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5.0 out of 5

"We booked a night on either side of a Safari to Kenya at this hotel. We were so impressed with everything from arrival at the hotel, restaurant, staff ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 13 Sep 2017

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Hotel Description

Nairobi Serena Hotel puts you in the heart of Nairobi, connected to the convention center and within a 20-minute stroll of Uhuru Park and University of Nairobi. Highlights at this luxury hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs, and facials along with access to the sauna and spa tub. The restaurant, Cafe Magreb Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. The Aksum Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, and kids' swimming pool. 4844 square feet (450 square meters) of event facilities include 8 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business center. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this Nairobi hotel, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Nairobi Hospital and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from The Aga Khan University Hospital.

Deluxe Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$281* Per night/room 18 Apr. - 19 Apr.

Club Double Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Suite, Corner

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room with sit out area

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Business Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Nairobi Serena Hotel ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Nairobi Serena Hotel

Everyone (1)
5 out of 5

Serena Naorobi

Pros: The location was excellent.
We booked a night on either side of a Safari to Kenya at this hotel. We were so impressed with everything from arrival at the hotel, restaurant, staff and smooth check-out procedure.

Posted by , from Brisbane, Australia on 13 Sep. 2017

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Property Features

Nairobi Serena Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and 8 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4844 square feet (450 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Nairobi Serena Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Nairobi Serena Hotel was completed in September 2019. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Nairobi hotel.

  • 199 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 4844 sq ft of conference space
  • 450 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1962
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Children's pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Miniature golf on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Nairobi Serena Hotel offers 199 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 21-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in September 2019.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Coffee maker
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Unique furnishings

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Cafe Magreb Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

The Pool Terrace and Bar - This restaurant serves light fare only. Open daily.

The Aksum Bar - Overlooking the garden, this bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

The Mandhari Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant overlooks the pool and specializes in international cuisine. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

H&S Pan-Asian Restaurant - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 4
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Sauna in spa
  • Spa tub in spa
  • Massages
  • Steam room in spa

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at noon
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and smart lock details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Children stay free
  • One child stays free
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free - maximum age 5
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KES 3547 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 4000 per person (one way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: 75-percent of room rate for check-in between 6:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.