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Bonsai Villa Homestay

2.5 star property
A peaceful retreat near Karura Forest where travelers can relax in gardens, enjoy massage treatments, and appreciate artistic touches throughout the property

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Bonsai Villa Homestay, near Karura Forest, offers a peaceful escape. Enjoy Swedish massages, body treatments, and sun loungers by the rooftop pool. WiFi is available in rooms. The property features a library and art gallery, enhancing its thoughtful atmosphere.

Reviews

4.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Economy Single Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Exclusive Villa, Multiple Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 20
  • 2 Twin Beds and 9 Double Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Living area | TV

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Gigiri neighborhood, Bonsai Villa Homestay is connected to a shopping center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Karura Forest and Nairobi National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Moi International Sports Centre. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Nairobi travel guide
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Map
Gigiri Drive, Nairobi, Nairobi County

What's nearby

  • Village Market
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Embassy of the United States of America
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Banana Hill Art Gallery
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Karura Forest
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station
    41 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hero Bar
    3 min walk
  • Artcaffe
    6 min walk
  • Harvest
    1 min walk
  • Karel T Lounge
    5 min walk
  • Cj's Village Market
    6 min walk

About this property

Bonsai Villa Homestay

Guesthouse near United Nations Office at Nairobi
Located close to Karura Forest, Bonsai Villa Homestay provides a rooftop terrace, an art gallery on site, and a shopping mall on site. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a hot stone massage, a body wrap, or a body scrub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, coworking spaces, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Bonsai Villa Homestay feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, electric kettles, 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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; KES 1,000 for adults and KES 500 for children

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Designer stores
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Meals are available by reservation only and cannot be requested after check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately KES 1000 for adults and KES 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 3050 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 25.0 per night

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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bonsai Villa Homestay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bonsai Villa Homestay pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bonsai Villa Homestay?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Bonsai Villa Homestay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Bonsai Villa Homestay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of KES 3050 per vehicle applies.

Where is Bonsai Villa Homestay located?

Located in Gigiri, this spa guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from United Nations Office at Nairobi and within 9 mi (15 km) of Karura Forest and Kenyatta International Convention Centre. Moi International Sports Centre and Nairobi National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Bonsai Villa Homestay Reviews

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4.0

Staff & service
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
My girlfriend and her father showed up and were told their reservation was not recognized and that Expedia had not paid them nor protected the reservation although this was confirmed more than a month in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022