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Reviews of Emara Ole-Sereni-Nairobi Park View 5 stars

Off Mombasa Road Adjacent to Ole-Sereni, 00500 Nairobi, Kenya

#41 of 181 hotels in Nairobi

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Review score

Based on 214 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well I didn't like the buffets good quality but when its raining and you can't get out, you end up with three buffets. I'm good with one per day. Or even two including breakfast. But three? Far too much. When conferences are taking place I would avoid it, as no a la carte, especially when it's monsoon season which is a new thing. You will struggle getting ubers or taxis. There is a tunnel right when exiting the hotel, you need a 4x4 for it.

    Very decent. Constant buffets are annoying. No A la carte when some sort of conference is going on. Also lots of high profile politicians that talk to you and then make you cover for their bill. So be warned.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Sadly the doors to the balcony didn't work

    park view

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    7.0
    The lift was not working well, and it happened. It locked in, and I tried to call using the alarm, but there was no resp
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms not at the value of the money to pay

    I like it's location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent I would certainly recommend it!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wonderful spread for breakfast and loved being able to sit outside and enjoy the view of the National park

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We did not have hot water three of the four nights we stayed. Our room did not look like it was used on awhile and was not that clean. This was not a big deal to us, but make sure when you book tours or rides from the hotel, they completely understand what you were asking for. We paid way too much money for a driving tour of Nairobi when we thought we were paying for a walking tour and paying to enter art galleries, observation towers, etc but all we got was a drive by . . . And it was expensive. All in all, however, it was a great stay with the exception of the miscommunication.

    The hotel was beautiful. The food and atmosphere are wonderful. It is directly across from Nairobi National Park so you can see animals from your room. The balconies and music in the evening was wonderful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    7.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was below par for me. There was a lack of variety to pick from, limited choices.

    It is aesthetically pleasing to me.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gym in another building

    Super modern

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    9.0
    great, quality, great staff, great time.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 10 nights

    the power cuts while staying should be looked at. i was stuck in an elevator for a few minutes.

    The breakfast was well catered and a large variety. I felt very spoilt with the quality and abundance.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    7.0
    Lovely hotel and staff, will return.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing negative to say.

    Location and overall feel of the hotel was very good. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    7.0
    It was pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    220usd and no breakfast included. Not value for money

    Nice spacious room and good views

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    9.0
    Excellent out of City Conference hotel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive Hotel Transfers, Food options for conferences could be a bit more varied. External bar and restaurant visitors to hotel felt intrusive.

    Lobby, restaurant, conference center, rooms, Rooftop Pool and Skybar

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    9.0
    Although short. Wonderful experience
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All well

    Very diverse

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Serenity

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    8.0
    Nice place to come and relax but very overpriced for what you get
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really expensive for the overall product. Not really value for money. Cocktails were expensive but among the worst we have had, which shocked us as it is such an exclusive hotel and bar. Service was really slow at times and it was as if everything was a hassle for the staff. When we asked for pool towels they proceeded to say the pool was closed mid-day as they couldn’t bother bringing the towels. However, one staff member warmed up and was really helpful. But they always had to ask someone if the items on the menu could be made, we could not put the bill on our room etc. We felt like we bothered them all the time. Overpriced dinner buffet.

    Nice rooms and the roof top pool with sunbeds. Loved the view of the national park!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    8.0
    A very clean and pleasant hotel! Was a nice stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was not good.

    Good facilities

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2023

    9.0
    Absolutely reccommended, great place
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The biggest issue is related to information. It becomes those small things that add up. The on screen information and info given from Booking.com is partially outdated / incorrect and also not too easy to access. Example: it states to have a minibar replenished daily, which turns out to be an empty fridge, so you have to order on room service and stack up and planning future use. There were no complete menu on the room sl I had to go to the restaurant to obtain a QR code. The park view is AMAZING but there is a somewhat noisy highway just below which is noticeable especially for breakfast. To enter gym/spa you have to go to the other Ole-Sereni..it is not far but it forces you through two receptions and restaurant area. One does not feel comfortable walking there post spa session. On arrival day the Sky lounge was closed due to a private event, totally unannounced. The Oasis bar turned out to be not open outside special occations, despite marketed pictures. So I was left with a buffet restaurant, or order room service for a la carte.

    I absolutely reccomend this place,key word being view, location, standard. The hotel has a superb location, the rooms are spacious and well decorated, with a very nice bathroom that gives a lux feeling and a super balcony on my room type. The park view is impeccableAll services are available and delivered perfect. Room sevice is quick, reception ans staff are super friendly and very helpful.Food, both breakfast and roof top restaurant is very very good, as well as a great drink selection.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Small swimming area

    Great view of the park and beautiful room. Nice roof top lounge!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful and enjoyable
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing to mention in particular

    The breakfast was delicious and the overall environment was good

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    7.0
    Great !
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful . Very helpful staff especially Benard at the front counter snacks area . Nice clean rooms and very spacious. Accommodative for families

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Great views over Nairobi National Park

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    9.0
    Great option for first time in Nairobi! Very nice decor; friendly staff with great staff!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    surrounding neighborhood.

    Smooth check in and I was able to get into my room my earlier than normal.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breafast and no indoor smooking area

    Location is excellant but breakfast is poor

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2023

    8.0
    Great stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff didn’t seem to know about the airport lounge access offer and I had to show them on the web page. Also tried to book a full day safari which differs from the usual half day one. This seemed to confuse the staff but did get a call later in the day to confirm the booking.

    Great location overlooking the park. Could see antelope and zebra from my bedroom. Great rooms and bars. Recommend the pizza in the old part of the hotel.

    Stayed in March 2023

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