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GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside

4.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Property entrance

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Riverside Lane, Lavington, Nairobi, 00202
  • Place, Uhuru Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nairobi Hospital
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Nairobi
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Apartment Bed 1

  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment Bed 2

  • 1830 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Hotel Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Kilimani, GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Uhuru Park and Central Park. This 94-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Uhuru Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nairobi Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Nairobi - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Serena Nairobi Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Alan Bobbes Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hillside Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bricklayers Arms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Aksum Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside

Art Deco hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 35.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a steam room, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Kitchens, dining areas, and refrigerators are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a steam room.
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Argenti

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 100
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 13 2025 to November 16 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Late check-in fee

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside on Dec 4, 2025 start from $131.5, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

This hotel is situated in Kilimani within a short 10-minute walk of Uhuru Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Central Park. You'll also find Nairobi Gallery and Teleposta Towers less than a mile away.

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

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is a spa located at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this hotel.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside have a casino?

No, GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside serves breakfast for a surcharge at Argenti.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside.

Does GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

The closest major airport to GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is 3.5 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is located 11 mi away (29-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a furnished patio where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

GemSuites Hotel & Apartments, Riverside Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff but they’re understaffed. Water in the shower was warm, at best.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019