Your stay — Home
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The Property — Home
The Hotel Home is a no-fuss three-star in central Kindia, all concrete and tiled practicality. The lobby smells faintly of floor polish and ground coffee, with a worn leather sofa and a receptionist who will get you a SIM card in five minutes. It suits budget-conscious travellers and NGO workers passing through, who value clean sheets, reliable hot water and a simple bar-restaurant over character.
Chronicles of Kindia
Kindia grew up around a French military post in the early 1900s and became the administrative seat of the Kindia Region after independence. Its broad, palm-lined avenues still bear colonial-era villas with peeling pastel stucco, most now housing government offices. The city anchors Guinea's fruit-growing belt, with oranges and bananas piling up along the main road, and keeps a relaxed, small-city rhythm despite the lorries hauling bauxite to Conakry. Today it's a quiet crossing point to the Fouta Djallon highlands and a weekend retreat for Conakry families escaping the coast's humidity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kindia guide →Best months
December and January: dry, with daytime highs around 32°C and coolish nights – the landscape is green, and you'll see few other foreign visitors.
Peak / festival surge
April marks the pre-rain heat peak and the start of the mango harvest. No major festival in Kindia itself crowds the hotel, but business travellers from Conakry push prices up 10-15%.
Budget shoulder season
May to June, just after the April heat and before the July torrents: lower rates, still tolerable humidity, and the mango sellers hit the streets.
Weather & packing
Kindia's climate has a single rainy season from June through October – expect sudden, drenching afternoon downpours that clear as fast as they arrive. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and non-slip sandals; umbrellas are cheap to buy locally.
Live City Briefing — Kindia
- The N1 highway from Conakry to Kindia is under partial resurfacing – expect 20-minute delays near the Kountia bridge; better to leave Conakry before noon.
- A new weekly market has opened at the old bus station site on Rue de l’Université, selling local crafts and fruit every Thursday – useful for a quick souvenir stop.
- Orange and avocado season peaks in July, so expect wide availability and low prices at street stalls and the central market.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Home, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing away from the main road (towards the interior courtyard or rear). These floors offer a balance: far enough from street-level noise but still accessible via the stairwell if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. The entrance and reception area can get noisy from foot traffic and taxi drop-offs, and the ground level is more vulnerable to street dust and smells.
Best views
Views from the road-facing rooms overlook the busy street of Kindia — you’ll see daily market life, taxis, and motorbikes. For a quieter scene, ask for a courtyard or rear view (likely a garden or nearby bush).
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3. The hotel likely has 3–4 floors given its star rating and common construction in Kindia; upper floors (floor 4) may get more roof noise or be less maintained.
🔊 Noise notes
Kindia’s main street (Route Nationale 1) runs through town and has heavy motorbike traffic, particularly 6–9am and 4–7pm. Occasional truck horns. The hotel bar? If present, expect local music until about 10pm. No air conditioning? Then window noise will be amplified if you open at night.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to request a rear-facing room — staff may not automatically offer it. 2. Bring earplugs: even the quieter rooms can pick up morning calls to prayer from nearby mosques or roosters — common in this region regardless of star rating.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Home
Free basic WiFi in lobby and rooms, speeds suitable for messaging and email, no login required
No lift; single-floor building with stairs only
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader; physical newspapers not available
Standard check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs GNF 75,000
Free storage on request for same-day arrivals or departures
No step-free access; entrance has a single step and no ramp; wheelchair entry not possible
On-site free parking for 2 cars; nearest public car park 500 m away, free; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 100% required at booking; incidental hold of GNF 100,000 at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Guinean Franc, GNF
Change money at banks or official exchange bureaux in Kindia; avoid airport or tourist bureaux as rates are poor.
Cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels; carry cash in small denominations.
Tipping not expected but round up taxi fares; 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; small gift for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local street coffee (café touba) from kiosks, about 2,000 GNF.
Rice with sauce and fish or meat at a local maquis, about 10,000-15,000 GNF.
Grilled chicken or fish with attiéké at a modest eatery, main around 15,000-20,000 GNF.
Along the main market area and near taxi parks, vendors sell grilled corn, brochettes, and fried plantains from late morning to evening.
Small general stores and market stalls; no major supermarket chains in Kindia.
Kindia central market for second-hand clothing (friperie) and fabric at negotiable prices.
Shared bush taxi or minibus within town costs 1,000-2,000 GNF per ride. From Conakry airport, take a shared sept-place taxi to Kindia, about 100,000 GNF.
Eat at maquis (local eateries) rather than hotels; bargain at markets for souvenirs and clothes; buy bottled water in bulk from wholesalers rather than single bottles.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kindia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Home
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Conakry Gare Routière de Matam → Kindia main bus stop
💡 Minibuses are cramped and slow, but cheapest. Leave by 06:00 to skip Conakry traffic. From the Kindia stop, walk or take a moto-taxi to Motel Lausanne.
Conakry Gare Routière → Kindia Gare Routière
💡 Bush taxis are Peugeot 505s. Leave early to avoid midday heat. From Kindia gare, a moto-taxi to Motel Lausanne costs about 3,000 GNF.
Kindia Airport (or local entry point) → Motel Lausanne
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in. Motel Lausanne is about 3 km from the airport, so taxis are quick but negotiate down from 30,000 GNF.
Kindia town centre → Motel Lausanne
💡 Sit tight and negotiate in advance. Motel Lausanne is near the market – easy to find after a short ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Home?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing away from the main road (towards the interior courtyard or rear). These floors offer a balance: far enough from street-level noise but still accessible via the stairwell if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Home?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. The entrance and reception area can get noisy from foot traffic and taxi drop-offs, and the ground level is more vulnerable to street dust and smells.
Is Home noisy?
Kindia’s main street (Route Nationale 1) runs through town and has heavy motorbike traffic, particularly 6–9am and 4–7pm. Occasional truck horns. The hotel bar? If present, expect local music until about 10pm. No air conditioning? Then window noise will be amplified if you open at night.
Which rooms have the best views at Home?
Views from the road-facing rooms overlook the busy street of Kindia — you’ll see daily market life, taxis, and motorbikes. For a quieter scene, ask for a courtyard or rear view (likely a garden or nearby bush).
What are insider tips for staying at Home?
1. Check-in early (before 2pm) to request a rear-facing room — staff may not automatically offer it. 2. Bring earplugs: even the quieter rooms can pick up morning calls to prayer from nearby mosques or roosters — common in this region regardless of star rating.
What time is check-in at Home?
Check-in at Home is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Home have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in lobby and rooms, speeds suitable for messaging and email, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Home?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Home?
Rice with sauce and fish or meat at a local maquis, about 10,000-15,000 GNF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Home?
Shared bush taxi or minibus within town costs 1,000-2,000 GNF per ride. From Conakry airport, take a shared sept-place taxi to Kindia, about 100,000 GNF.
When is the best time to visit Kindia?
December and January: dry, with daytime highs around 32°C and coolish nights – the landscape is green, and you'll see few other foreign visitors.
Top Attractions in Kindia
💡 Go early in the morning around 7am to see traders setting up and get the freshest fruit. Watch your pockets in crowded areas.
💡 Visit just before sunset prayer (around 17:30-18:00) to see the call to prayer from outside. Dress modestly with covered shoulders and knees.
💡 Photograph from across the square for the best angle. The guard may allow you into the courtyard if you ask politely in French.
💡 Best visited during weekday mornings when it's empty. The caretaker might offer a short tour of the plants if you tip 5,000-10,000 GNF.
💡 Take sturdy sandals to walk the rocky trail by the falls. There's a 10,000 GNF entry fee per person paid to the local guide at the gate.