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Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

5.0 star property
Luxury spa hotel near University of Nairobi

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Exterior
Junior Suite (with Lounge Access)
Superior Room
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 30 per person)
Aerial view
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Arboretum Road, Nairobi
  • Popular LocationNairobi University6 min drive
  • Popular LocationNairobi Hospital6 min drive
  • Popular LocationUnited Nations Office at Nairobi12 min drive
  • AirportNairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)29 min drive

Room options

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Junior Suite (with Lounge Access)

Junior Suite (with Lounge Access)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 64 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Lounge Access)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (with Lounge Access)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (& Lounge Access)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Nairobi

A luxury stay in the heart of Nairobi awaits you at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find University of Nairobi and Uhuru Park. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, steam room and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of 6 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .With a stay at this 5-property class Nairobi hotel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Nairobi Hospital and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from The Aga Khan University Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Uhuru Park - 4 min drive
  • Nairobi University - 6 min drive
  • Nairobi Hospital - 6 min drive
  • The Aga Khan University Hospital - 6 min drive
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 27 min drive
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Villa Rosa - 5 min drive
  • Connect Coffee - 5 min drive
  • Java House - Orbit Place - 5 min drive
  • Lucca - 5 min drive
  • Office Park - Riverside Drive - 19 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

Luxury spa hotel near University of Nairobi
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms are available. A steam room, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nairobi hotel.

  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 2019
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum offers 122 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 30 for adults and USD 30 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Evening entertainment
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2019
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 150
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 150
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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: from approximately USD 30 for adults and from USD 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 150 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 150 (subject to availability)
  • Laundry fee: USD 15 per day
  • Spa fee: USD 60 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum Nairobi
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum on 17 May 2024 start from AU$319.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

Yep, Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like Swedish massages.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum have a pool?

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool.

What makes Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel situated close to all shops and amenities, stayed many times and will certainly stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time traveler to Nairobi
What a wonderful hotel with exceptional staff, spotless, friendly welcoming smiles, phenomenal customer services amongst all departments!! Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo, Laguna Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff eager to help
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Sherryl L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I booked a 2 twin room for me and my adult son with breakfast and paid in advance. We showed the reservation and they still said we had to pay for breakfast and put us in a single bed room. They had to move us to another room, then charged over $50 for breakfast. Very disappointing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern secure
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saihou

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

adesuwa

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities