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The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri

3.0 star property

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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42 Gigiri Court, Nairobi, 00100
  • Place, Village Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Banana Hill Art Gallery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, United Nations Office at Nairobi
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Economy Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Located in Gigiri, The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as United Nations Office at Nairobi and Banana Hill Art Gallery. This 9-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Village Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Banana Hill Art Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Embassy of the United States of America - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Karura Forest - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nairobi Station - 27 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hero Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Harvest - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪BangBang - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Karel T Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cj's Village Market - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri

Guests of The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 35 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Coffee makers, portable fans, and safes are also available.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: noon—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cottage Guest House Gigiri Guesthouse
Cottage Guest House Gigiri
The Cottage Guest House Gigiri
Cottage House Gigiri house
The Guest House Gigiri Nairobi
The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri Nairobi
The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri Guesthouse
The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri Guesthouse Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri?

The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri?

This guesthouse is situated in Gigiri within a short 7-minute walk of Village Market and also 18 minutes on foot from Banana Hill Art Gallery. You'll also find Karura Forest and Two Rivers Mall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri?

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

Does The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri feature a casino at the property?

No, The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a restaurant, 2 outdoor pools, and a bar/lounge.

Does The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri though service animals are welcome.

Does The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri?

The closest major airport to The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is 8.4 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is located 15.8 mi away (44-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri?

No, there aren't any accommodations at The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri that offer a balcony.

The Cottage Guest House - Gigiri Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Affordable and convenient

Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean. Great internet. Bathroom fixtures worn but functional. Nice walk to UN Compound, US embassy, Village Market. I didn't try use the pool. My room faced a main highway so things were a bit noisy sometimes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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4/10 Poor

Eston

Not clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Markku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice location and staff, could use some renovation

The good stuff: the location is great with lots of food options and a mall in walking distance, as well as some beautiful outdoors, and the staff are friendly and do their job well. Special shout out to the laundry service that cleaned any amount of clothes for just 1000Ksh a pop. The not so good stuff: the Wi-Fi in the room was patchy at best, nonexistent at worst. The bed was probably the worst I've slept in: a worn-out mattress and fluffy pillow combined to offer barely any back or neck support, leading to a lot of painkillers being a necessity. Also, the heater for the shower seemed to be wired a bit dangerously as I got some electric tingles from the taps turning off the water.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

SHARAF QASEM ALI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, Staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Everline Konyo

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before. The service snd the stay was exellent the reason i came back. But when i came back things were different. I landed late. I called the place to inform that i will be checking inn by midnight. By the time i arrived the staff had slept but after a shirt while i was checked inn by the most hard faced young man. I thought he was tired. The bathroom lights were not functioning he promised me it will be fixed in the morning. When i asked for a room change it was not possible because it was full which is understandable. The problem was his almost hostile responses i actually even asked him if he ever smiles with guests. The following day i was out all day, by the time i came back in the evening the bathroom lights were not fixed. The guy at the reseption was not there but i luckily got help eith the light by the friendly kitchen stuff and the guard. The cottage guest House is a lovely place. The guy who checked me inn should not be a face of any place dealing with client they depend on. I was planning to stay for One month but i moved out after three nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The toilet was broken, the hotel had construction workers work through the night, mosquito infested.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Very calm and comfortable, serene and breathtaking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice lobby, good room. The food was poor. Staff helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The Cottage guest house, Nairobi

Staff molto accogliente e attento ai clienti. Condizioni generali delle camere buone anche se alcune mancano di manutenzione, sopratutto il sistema elettrico nei bagni. Posizione buona.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very helpful and the location was great for business at the US Embassy in Nairobi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Embassy Trip

Only problem was that breakfast was not ready most days at 6:30am as promised. Which was only a problem due to morning meetings & appointments that left only a small window for breakfast. Otherwise the property was good and the staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Très bien situé. Très propre. Bon accueil. Bon lit. Bon petit déjeuner
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay and friendly staff

The staff went out of their way to make stay enjoyable. The room was clean, the environment was safe, green and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ECW

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were super friendly and made it easy to enjoy my time in Nairobi
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ana Belen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Owful experiece.

It was a very bad experience. I arrived at 10:00 p.pm. and I was told than the the junior suite I booked was not avaliable and no possible changes of room in the hotel because it was fooly booked. They moved me to other hotel with a worst room, the shower was broken, not water, not hor water. I will as my bank to as for reimbursment of the mony I paid though your web page.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

needs to improve but location is okay

This place has been better before. The room had a good size but there were plenty of mosquitoes in the room which made it impossible to sleep. staff in the hotel is friendly Breakfast could be improved, could still be simple but improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey J.

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Paid for three people. Given first night for two person charged for extra person. On second night we had to pay for third person Told if we do not like it we should leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

suited my needs

The Cottage suited my needs for a quiet, safe place to stay within walking distance of the UN in Gigiri. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very nice, felt like I was in my own home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trivelig gjestehus

Herskapelig hus med fin hage. Rommene var store, fine og rene. Frokosten var også god, men av det litt enkle slaget. Veldig hyggelig betjening, kokk og vakthold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

sum

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nader

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mpho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

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