Accor Opens Gem Forest Hotel in Nairobi Targeting Diplomats
Nairobi has a new hotel under the hospitality group, Accor. The new 105-room hotel called Gem Forest Hotel is located along Limuru road in Nairobi.
This will be Accor’s 9th property in the country. The other Accor properties in Kenya include Movenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi, Fairmont The Norfolk, ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands, Mercure Nairobi Upper Hill, Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill, Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club and Novotel Nairobi Westlands.
According to the hotel, they are trergeting those residing in the upmarket neighbourhoods of Gigiri, Runda, Muthaiga, Rosslyn and Nyari. It was built at a cost of $30 million.
“We expect diplomats to be among our biggest clients, Gigiri is home to many embassies, so they are a primary focus,” said Jigar Patel, the owner of the hotel. “At the same time, our property is stunning, catering to business travellers, diplomats, and tourists alike.”
Gem Forest Hotel is strategically located close to all the action including Nairobi city centre, the Village Market mall and UN agencies such as the United Nations Environment Programme (Unep).
Gem Forest is a boutique, design-oriented hotel that promises a unique and luxurious experience for its guests. With 10 floors, the hotel offers great views of Karura Forest and promises esceptional security for its guests.
“We have invested significantly in security, the entire ground floor features bulletproof glass,” Mr Patel said.
Guests at the hotel can indulge in an Indian-inspired dining experience at the Kahani Restaurant, which offers modern Indian dishes, a buffet breakfast, and a curated selection of international and local cuisine.
Gem forest Hotel Nairobi Prices
Gem Forest hotel in Nairobi has 4 different room types and 3 suites. Here are the prices for all of them. The nightly rates are quoted in Euros and are accurate as of August 2024.
Gem forest Hotel Nairobi Room Rates
- Superior room (1 King bed) – €254.64.
- Superior Twin Rooms (2 Twin beds) – €254.64.
- Deluxe Room (1 King Bed, Pool side) – €335.48.
- Executive Room (1 King Bed, High Floor, Balcony) – €303.14.
Gem forest Hotel Nairobi Suite Rates
- Junior Suite (1 King bed) – €780.09.
- Gem Suite (1 Bedroom, 1 King Bed, Balcony) – €860.92.
- Emerald Gem Suite (2 Bedrooms, 2 King Beds, Balcony) – € 2518.10.
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