UbuntuNet-Connect 2011 was held at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya on 23-25th November 2011, hosted by KENET, the NREN of Kenya.

Safari Park Hotel & Casino is part of the leading hotel chain and member of the Paradise Group. The Paradise Group displays its hospitality in Korea; Busan, Incheon, Dogo and in Kenya; Nairobi.

Safari Park Hotel and Casino is a destination in a world of its own. A five-star luxury hotel located 15 minutes drive from the City Centre, Nairobi. The Hotel stands in 50 acres of beautifully manicured gardens and offers a selection of 205 rooms, decorated and tastefully furnished with a taste of Africa with private rear and front balconies.                   

Other Neighbouring Hotels

1. Hotel La Mada

Hotel La Mada is located 8 km from Nairobi City along Thika Road. After the Shell station/ Chomazone Restaurant, you take the first left turning and proceed past the National Security Intelligence Service Headquarters. Hotel La Mada lies on 7 acres of perfectly manicured gardens on the edge of Karura forest, with a stream flowing through the property. despite its close proximity to the city,the hotel enjoys tranquility of the countryside as well as some if its attractions as a rich birdlife and monkeys can be spotted here.  See website Here

2. Kenyatta University Conference Centre

Kenyatta University Conference Centre is situated in Kenyatta University, a sprawling 1000 acres of greenery that cradles a modern University Campus at the cutting edge of educational growth in the region. The Conference Centre is situated in the Upper Zone of the Campus, a quiet serene and exclusive section that avails you the perfect setting to “Confer in Quiet comfort.”

The Centre offers exclusive Conference and Restaurant services to a discerning clientele that’s looking for a setting for a stimulating exchange of ideas. Our commitment is also to offer you an experience that is as elegant and enjoyable as its stimulating.  See website Here

3. Kenya School of Monitory Studies

The School has excellent catering and accommodation facilities whose management has been contracted to a reputable firm in the hotel industry.  Accommodation comprises of 159 spacious self-contained single and twin rooms of deluxe standard fitted with a mini-conference area, telephone services and TV sets. Laundry services are available at a fee. Guests can access wireless internet while on the compound. All the sports and recreational facilities in the School, including the gym and the health club are open to guests at no extra charge.

There are various rates available for both conferencing and non – conferencing guests. For the prices and what the packages entail, kindly follow this link.

4. Utalii Hotel

Utalii hotel is situated 8km from the city centre. This unique hotel is out of the city hustle and bustle and has spacious grounds with beautiful gardens that provide a peaceful country environment.  The hotel has 57 spacious luxury rooms, surrounded by serene grounds. The hotel rooms come with a complete range of guest room services such as TV’s, air conditioning and in room electronic safes.

The guest facilities include 24 hr business center with internet and e-mail facilities, 24 hr room services, laundry service, gift shop for souvenirs and convenience items, free shuttle bus at scheduled times to and from city center, can also arrange airport transfers ,foreign currency exchange, swimming and tennis. See wbsite Here

5. Windsor Golf and Hotel Country Club.

The Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club is a Kenyan 5 star hotel resort with a cluster of impressive Victorian style buildings with 130 deluxe rooms comprising twins, doubles, studio suites and cottages all overlooking our spectacular 18-hole championship golf course, are tastefully decorated and have five-star amenities. With a 16-hour business center, free internet access in all rooms & free wifi in public areas, jogging track, tennis & squash courts, heated pool among other facilities ensure you and even your family won’t miss a moment of excitement when you choose to stay/visit the Windsor. Our greatest asset is SPACE, an AWESOME AMBIENCE and YOU our most valuable guest. See website Here

Airport Transfer

The main port of entry is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport which is located on the outskirts of Nairobi. The recommended means of getting to Safari Park Hotel is via taxi and there are a number of taxi companies operating from the airport. The recommended one is Kenatco Taxi Ltd. You can book for a taxi by writing to info@kenatco.co.ke. The taxi rate to Safari Park Hotel is Kshs2500, which is about $30.