Loved by Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi - Mgallery Collection guests
Attentive staff
Delicious meals
Spacious rooms
Cute ambiance
"Loved the gym and the views to the forest."
Karolina from United Arab Emirates
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"They did a beautiful design of the property and the location has beautiful views!"
Amanda from United States
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"Breakfast was amazing. So fresh and delicious."
Arielle from United States
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"Dinner at M Gallery Nairobi was pure class from start to finish."
Tina J from Kenya
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"This is a new hotel very well designed."
Michael from United States
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5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi's diplomatic district, Gigiri
Dining
The hotel offers three on-site restaurants: Enchanté Bistro serving French cuisine, Kahani - Modern Indian Dining, and Troy Mediterranean restaurant on the 8th floor. Guests can also dine at the rooftop bar, Troy, which has a pool bar and serves cocktails. Breakfast includes local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are available.
Wellness & Recreation
The full-service Shanta Spa offers body treatments, facials, massages, and beauty services including hair styling and waxing. An outdoor heated swimming pool with a view is open all year, with a pool bar, sun loungers, and umbrellas. The fitness centre has modern equipment, and guests can use the sauna, steam room, and spa lounge.
Rooms & Services
Rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a safety deposit box. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service, concierge, private check-in/check-out, and a paid airport shuttle. Daily housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, and trouser press are available, along with room service and packed lunches.
Location & Security
The hotel is located in the upscale Gigiri neighbourhood, a 15-minute walk from the United Nations offices and near the World Agroforestry Centre. It is 7 km from Nairobi National Museum and 13 km from Wilson Airport, with easy access to Karura Forest. Security includes 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, key card access, smoke alarms, and a fence around the pool.
Family & Business
The hotel has family rooms, a kid-friendly buffet, kids' meals, and strollers available. Business travellers can use meeting/banquet facilities, fax/photocopying, and a 24-hour front desk with luggage storage. Evening entertainment, live music or performances, themed dinner nights, and game drives are offered on site.
“Stepping into this establishment, I found a property that lives up to its visual promise, the design details evident throughout. The spaces, from the rooms to the gym with its forest views, feel both fresh and thoughtfully curated. It's a place where the thoughtful touches, from the spa to the attentive staff, create a genuinely welcoming atmosphere.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Superior King Room Forest View
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Coffee machine
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Deluxe King Room Balcony
2 persons
380 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Deluxe King Room Pool Access
2 persons
380 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Shower
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Facilities
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Facilities: Perfect
9.1/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Hairdresser
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Hiking
Horseback riding
Bowling
Sports trainer
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Baby pushchair
Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi - Mgallery Collection Location
Limuru Road, Nairobi, 621,
Map view
City landmarks
Landmark
Sigiria
1.5 mi
Landmark
Gigiri
4500 ft
Shopping Area
Village Market
1.1 mi
Landmark
Friday Maasai Market
2400 ft
Landmark
Warwick Centre Nairobi
2500 ft
Landmark
US Embassy
2700 ft
Landmark
United Nations Office at Nairobi
4200 ft
Public Building
Embassy of Sweden
4400 ft
Park
The Nairobi Arboretum
2.9 mi
Library
Kenya National Archives
3.7 mi
Landmark
UNON Parking
1.0 mi
Forest
Karura Forest
2.4 mi
Landmark
Kazuri Beads Factory
1.5 mi
Landmark
Gigiri Shopping Centre
2100 ft
Landmark
Serenity Spa
2100 ft
Market
Maasai Market
2300 ft
Landmark
Village Market Undercover parking
1.2 mi
Landmark
World Agroforestry Centre
1.0 mi
Landmark
UNRC car park
2600 ft
Landmark
Sigiria Forest
1.5 mi
Public Building
Embassy of the United States of America
2900 ft
Landmark
Traustine Adventure Safaris
3500 ft
Landmark
1998 Bomb Blast Memorial
3800 ft
Landmark
Rosslyn Academy
4000 ft
Landmark
Les Arbres Brules
4300 ft
Landmark
New Muthaiga" shopping center
4600 ft
Landmark
Banana Hill Art Gallery
1.5 mi
Landmark
Turkish Embassy
5200 ft
Landmark
Double Touch Supermarket
3.1 mi
Nearby
Bustani Day Spa
400 ft
Restaurants
Artcaffe
3700 ft
Limuru Road Village Market
Hero Restaurant
3700 ft
Limuru Road Trademark Hotel
The Kentmere Club
3700 ft
Banana/Tigoni/Limuru Road
Harvest Restaurant
2400 ft
Trademark Hotel
RocoMamas
2100 ft
Limuru Road Ground Floor Courtyard
Four Cafe Bistro
2700 ft
UN Avenue Warwick Centre
Mediterraneo Ristorante
2200 ft
United Nations Avenue Gigiri
Karel T-Lounge
2600 ft
Limuru Road Village Market
Mugg & Bean
2700 ft
Village Market
Big Square Cafe
1400 ft
Corner of United Nations Avenue and Limuru Road
CJ's
2900 ft
Limuru Rd Village Market
Osteria Gigiri
2800 ft
Limuru Road Inside the Village Market
Explore Nairobi
Explore the Surroundings
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Friday Maasai Market
10 minutes walking
Vibrant arts marketplace featuring traditional crafts, textiles, and jewelry, ideal for unique souvenirs.
Warwick Centre Nairobi
10 minutes walking
Shopping destination with a variety of shops, cafes, and services, perfect for leisurely afternoons.
Gigiri
17 minutes walking
Residential area known for embassies, restaurants, and the United Nations offices, offering a glimpse of international culture.
The Village Market
20 minutes walking
Lively shopping complex with boutiques, restaurants, and a cinema, perfect for family outings and dining.
Bustani Day Spa
2 minutes walking
Spa offering various treatments for relaxation and rejuvenation, just moments from the hotel.
Karura Forest
12 minutes driving
Urban forest with walking and biking paths, waterfalls, and picnic spots for nature enthusiasts.
Sigiria
10 minutes driving
Adventure venue featuring rock climbing and zip-lining for thrill-seekers looking for excitement.
Harvest Restaurant
9 minutes walking
Casual dining with a focus on local flavors and farm-fresh ingredients, ideal for a relaxed meal.
RocoMamas
8 minutes walking
Fun eatery specializing in gourmet burgers and casual dining, popular for its vibrant atmosphere.
Artcaffe
14 minutes walking
Trendy café known for its coffee and light bites, with a chic ambiance that invites long stays.
Gigiri Shopping Centre
10 minutes walking
Shopping centre featuring an array of shops, perfect for family-friendly outings and casual strolls.
World Agroforestry Centre
20 minutes walking
Venue hosting events and exhibitions focusing on agricultural innovations, great for educational pursuits.
Tips on navigating the city
City Centre
Nairobi 9 min · 3.5 mi
Airports
Wilson (WIL) 22 min · 9.1 mi
Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) 44 min · 17.9 mi
Train
Nairobi Railway Station 11 min · 4.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-17:00
Check-out
from 08:00-12:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 30.0 per person.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
105
Family-focused reviews and ratings
Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
Breakfast
8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
9.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.4/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.0/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Pros
Green views
Modern design
Spacious rooms
Cons
Staff training
Slow service
Guest reviews
based on 152 reviews
8.8/10
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