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Emara Ole-sereni

5.0 star property
Travelers find tranquility by the pool at this Nairobi retreat, with retail therapy nearby and a welcoming bar for evening relaxation

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Emara Ole-sereni offers a luxury experience near Nairobi National Park with a spacious terrace and rejuvenating spa. Guests love the coffee shop, in-room WiFi, and two restaurants. The 24-hour business center and attentive staff consistently impress visitors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Park view
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Park view
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Park view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Park view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room with City View

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

2 Twin Bed Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Located in Lang'ata, a neighborhood in Nairobi, Emara Ole-sereni is in a national park. Kenya Railway Golf Club and Royal Nairobi Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Thika Road Mall and The Nextgen Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nyayo National Stadium or Nairobi City Stadium. Visit our Nairobi travel guide
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Nairobi West, Nairobi, Nairobi County

What's nearby

  • Zebras in Nairobi national park with Nairoby city in the background. Zebra puts head on back of other zebra in Nairobi, Kenya.
    Nairobi National Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Giraffe manor is truly a once in a lifetime experience both in the sheer enjoyment it gives and the cost. I cant come close to explaining the experience but it you ever have the chance dont think to hard just do it.
    Giraffe Centre
    20 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • The Nextgen Mall
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • African Heritage House
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Thika Road Mall
    16 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lukenya (Kitengela) Station
    33 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stakeout B
    9 min drive
  • Nerkwo South B
    9 min drive
  • Big Square Bellevue
    17 min walk
  • Belvedére Grill
    11 min walk
  • Pizza Mojo
    16 min walk

About this property

Emara Ole-sereni

Luxury hotel near Nairobi National Park
At Emara Ole-sereni, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a ballroom, and concierge services
  • A gift shop, luggage storage, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 148 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 30 for adults and USD 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Acacia
  • Karibu Cafe
  • Oasis
  • Sky Lounge

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 486 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 30 for adults and USD 25 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April to September

Property is also known as

Emara Ole sereni
Emara Ole-sereni Hotel
Emara Ole-sereni Nairobi
Emara Ole-sereni Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Does Emara Ole-sereni have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Emara Ole-sereni pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Emara Ole-sereni?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Emara Ole-sereni?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Emara Ole-sereni located?

Located in Lang'ata, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nairobi National Park and The Nextgen Mall. African Heritage House is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Emara Ole-sereni Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 125 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I had a nice view of the National park. Also enjoyed dinner on the 3rd floor restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy my stays at Emara Ole sereni. Everyone there is so friendly and the rooms are well kept, and I really enjoyed having a balcony this time. I can mention a few people who helped make my stay great: Peter Erick at security, Samuel, Lucy, Alex from the front desk, Brian, and Eunice from the shops, and there are so many more people at the hotel I cannot name. This is the only hotel that I stay at when I am in Nairobi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms, good food, beautiful views from the rooftop terrace
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nethra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. cannot fault the service here. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLEOPHAS

Liked: Amenities
Amazing hotel, friendly staff and professional service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elysee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the style of the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TATA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is state of the art with welcoming,courteous and highly professional team.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a fantastic place to stay after our tour in the Masai Mara Thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther

The staff at this hotel are beyond remarkable, very friendly, helpful and they go o er and beyond. Will definitely come back to this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Panayiotis

Very clean property, spacious and clean rooms, and very accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was centrally located not to far from the airport and had a really great roof top bar and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place is just nice . Clean, good food, very friendly staff etc. I enjoyed being there!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

HOSNI

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

Beautiful stay

Thank you for the kindness and the nice service you granted me during my stay, see you soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Make up mirror handle was not holding up. No convenient way to dry your hair. Hair dryer cord too short and plug near the floor. Rest everything was excellent including staff, breakfast buffet and roof top restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very luxurious property. Well kept, spotless. Many nice restaurants, including delicious pizza. Good gym. The staff is what makes this hotel so excellent, they can’t do enough for you. In particular, Naomi at the front desk was amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing experience! The view of the national park, the service, hospitality, kindness, and cleanliness were exceptional. I really loved the spacious and serene environment within the city. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Nairobi, especially those coming from the West. Truly an unforgettable stay!”
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, staff goes out of their way to be kind and helpful. Great rooms. Would recommend without reservation!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Very nice facility

Extremely nice property near the Nairobi international airport about 15 minutes away
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and Florence goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John

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

It’s ok but not sure!!!

Nice hotel which is very secure with nice rooms. The food is good but really limited choice and quite expensive for what you actually get. Staff are nice and friendly but not the quickest! Rooms have nice views with comfy bed and bathroom. WiFi fast. All in, it’s a nice hotel but is it worth the extra cost? I’m not sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had not intended to book the new wing of the Ole-Sereni hotel but it was fine, just slightly disappointing. It's typically business/conference oriented. The restaurant is on an upper level restoring the dining view across Nairobi National Park which was lost in the original hotel. Convenient for the airport and well-appointed if a little boring.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is pure luxury! Not only is it overlooking Nairobi National Park but the rooftop pool is beautiful. The beds are comfy and soft. The breakfast and dinner buffet are so delicious! We ordered room service for one of my nights and the food was so savory. I highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing as always. Sis loved it and will be back. Best way to bribe aunty to watch the kids 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Emara Ole-sereni, and it was a truly memorable experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive, making me feel right at home. The room was impeccably clean, spacious, and well-appointed with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. I especially appreciated the attention to detail and the thoughtful amenities provided. The hotel’s dining options were excellent — the food was delicious, beautifully presented, and the service was top-notch. Whether it was breakfast or dinner, every meal was a treat. What really stood out to me was the overall ambiance of the hotel. It strikes a perfect balance between luxury and comfort, with stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere that’s hard to beat. Thank you, Emara Ole-sereni, for a wonderful stay. I look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed by Emara OleSerena. Far from serenity

Despite its promising online presentation, my stay at Emara Ole-sereni was disappointing. The photographs of the deluxe room advertised on Hotels.com, with both front and side-facing windows, turned out to be very misleading, as I was told by a porter that only very few such rooms exist and the photo is used to lure guests. The alternative room with a terrace was clean, but the building itself felt neglected, with visible water damage and a dusty, dated & faded appearance. Road noise made it hard to relax, undermining the hotel’s claim of offering serenity. Reception was unresponsive to calls, forcing me to go down in person just to be heard, which felt more like an inconvenience than a service. Breakfast staff seemed disengaged, forgetting basic items like cutlery and coffee orders, which I eventually had to fetch myself from the bar. On a positive note, the porter and cleaning staff were exceptional, offering the only bright spot in an otherwise underwhelming experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025