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GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside

4.5 star property
Suburban hotel in Nairobi with spa and outdoor pool

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Escape to the Riverside area at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, where a warm welcome awaits with a rooftop terrace and poolside bar. Unwind in style at the on-site spa or connect with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Health club
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Business center

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
$148 nightly
The total price is $175
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Apartment Bed 1

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Fan
  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Apartment Bed 2

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
  • 1830 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Hotel Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Riverside Lane, Lavington, Nairobi, 00202

What's nearby

  • Uhuru Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nairobi Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Nairobi - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Yaya Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 13 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 29 min drive
  • Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
  • Lukenya (Kitengela) Station - 28 min drive
  • Nairobi Station - 29 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Serena Nairobi Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Alan Bobbes Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hillside Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Aksum Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Newlife Vegetarian Dishes - ‬2 min drive

About this property

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside is just 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Argenti, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There's a rooftop terrace and a poolside bar, and in-room conveniences at this luxurious hotel include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 94 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • Business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (431 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 100
  • ATM/banking
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Argenti - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 3 2025 to October 7 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Spa
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Gemsuites Luxury Serviced Apar Hotel Nairobi
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GemSuites Hotel Apartments Riverside Nairobi
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GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 35.00 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside and nearby?

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Argenti.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

What's the area around GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside like?

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside is a short 10-minute walk from Uhuru Park and 20 minutes' walk from University of Nairobi.

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