The hotel- Hemingways Nairobi – is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and is the newest addition to Hemingways Collection stable that comprises two other properties- Hemingways Watamu and Ol Seki Hemingways Mara.
Local hotel chain Hemingways Collection has opened a new KES 1.2 Billion luxurious boutique hotel in Nairobi in a bid to tap in to the ever increasing demand for high-end accommodation and fine dining.
The hotel- Hemingways Nairobi – is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and is the newest addition to Hemingways Collection stable that comprises two other properties- Hemingways Watamu and Ol Seki Hemingways Mara.
Located in the heart of the exclusive Karen suburb of Nairobi and only 14km from Nairobi’s Central Business District, Hemingways Nairobi completes the chains ultimate ‘Beach, Bush and Boutique’ experience in Kenya. With 45 Suites, Hemingways Nairobi seeks to fill the gap in the luxury business and leisure travel market of Kenya and the East African region.
“The increasingly growing profile of Nairobi as a premier business destination in the region has occasioned an increased demand for quality beds, fine dining and conference facilities. Hemingways Nairobi is keen on tapping into Kenya’s sustained growth in business traveler and tourism arrivals,” Hemingways Collection Group Chief Executive Officer Alastair Addison said during the launch.
Addison added: “As optimism in the country’s economic outlook continues to grow, we expect this trend to continue even further especially after the peaceful transition following the just concluded general election, which has significantly boosted investor confidence in the country.”
According to Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers Caterers (KAHC), Nairobi had about 10,000 high-end beds in 2011 but requires about 20,000 more to effectively compete with other major world destinations.
Hemingways Nairobi enjoys the most tranquil setting in 10 acres of landscaped gardens. Beautiful in its symmetry and flooded with natural light, this plantation-style property is airy and spacious. Its 80 squared meter bedrooms each have a private balcony overlooking the iconic silhouette of the Ngong Hills.
“This stunning property is set to be the benchmark for luxury accommodation in East Africa”, says Mr. Addison Hemingways Nairobi is keen on filling the gap in this very important niche market and its arrival signifies the increasing importance of Nairobi as a business and tourism hub, but more importantly it highlights the increasing demand of providing both the business and leisure markets with an unrivalled quality experience.
The hotel boasts 43, 80 sq meter rooms, Junior Suites and 2 Luxury Suites, all of which are finished with beautiful custom made furnishings, the latest technology, and the most luxurious Egyptian cotton linens. Whether it be the hand cut Italian marble in the bathrooms, the walk-in walnut wardrobes, or the pop-up high definition pop-up TV, Hemingways Nairobi’s guests can be assured of the finest attention to every detail.
The hotel offers an authentic butler service which harnesses the traditional values of discretion and convenience and blends it with a contemporary approach and cutting edge efficiency. “Whether it is the personalized wake-up call with your choice of tea or coffee and daily newspaper, making dinner reservations, or verifying your return flight with his iPad, your butler will always be looking to provide a bespoke service that exceeds your every expectation,” says Hemingways Nairobi General Manager James Scott.
Dining at Hemingways Nairobi will be an experience which is given the highest importance with Michelin Star Chef, Barry Tonks presenting some of the finest cuisine available in Nairobi. “Our ethos is all about building lasting relationships which span generations” added Mr. Scott.
In ‘The Dining Room’, contemporary European dishes are made with grade-A local produce, making Hemingways Nairobi the destination for foodies all over Nairobi and where the gourmet elite will experience award winning cuisine.
Whilst in ‘The Brasserie’ Chef Tonks presents a cosmopolitan café menu which focuses on European classics with simply cooked produce sourced directly from local Kenyan farms. Signature dishes include steaks from home butchered, Premium Angus steers which have been corn-fed for 180 days “exclusively for Hemingways Nairobi”.
The quintessential British Afternoon Tea is not forgotten and fresh finger sandwiches are accompanied by freshly baked scones, clotted cream, home-made jams and curds, hand-crafted cakes and a selection of teas, tisanes and infusions.
Hemingways Nairobi will also offer a spa with four treatment rooms, hair salon, gymnasium and an outdoor heated swimming pool.
The new boutique hotel offers a serene environment and idyllic ambience, ultimate for relaxation and indulgence for business, leisure or families looking to enjoy this world class facility.
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