Utalii Hotel

Hotels
7.2 (71 reviews)
Thika Road , Nairobi , KE

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Pool
Cons:
Unmaintained property
Noise issues
Poor amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.7
Property has not been maintained - beds, towels, cushions, all seem old and need replacement.
Service
9.2
Staff is very friendly and try their best.
Location
9.2
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
5.7
Aircon doesn't work, cold showers, and low water pressure.
Amenities
5.7
Gym has high noise levels and WiFi is terrible.
Value for Money
8.7
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
6.7
No food in the restaurant.
Overall Experience
7.7
Overall experience impacted by noise and maintenance issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 03:41

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Enjoy upscale facilities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, and garden at Utalii Hotel. Relax on the terrace with stunning city views or dine at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Comfortable Rooms
Experience ultimate comfort in our well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private bathrooms with hot tubs. Enjoy pool views and make use of the safety deposit box for your valuables.

Convenient Location
Ideally situated just a short distance from Nairobi National Museum, our hotel offers easy access to attractions like Kenyatta International Conference Centre. Take advantage of our airport shuttle service for a hassle-free stay.

Book now for a memorable stay at Utalii Hotel in Nairobi!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 71 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 5.7
Amenities: 5.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 6.7
Overall Experience: 7.7
O
Oleg • solo_traveller • de
1
They cheat
Cons:

The receptionist decided to charge me more than it was listed in my reservation. It was very disrespectful. The lady was kind unfriendly and rude. The difference between prices was not big. However what matters is respect and rudeness.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
R
Ruth • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

Swimmingpool
Restaurant

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
A
ARIADNI • family_with_children • gr
6
Pros:

Facilities were well established, atmosphere was nice, Breakfast and dinner at the restaurant was satisfactory. Personnel really great and trying to be of assistance

Cons:

Hot water was not available at the time needed..we had to let water running at least 30 min. A waste of water....
Room service was coming unexpectedly even in the afternoon..I understand the need to be of assistance but this was annoying. I had to place DO NOT DISTURB on the door and of course lock it from inside
For breakfast, one needs to wait at least 15 min to be served. Sometimes it was self-service and sometimes not. At least they could have tea and coffee ready

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
A
Ahmed • solo_traveller • ke
7
Pros:

The scenery is very beautiful and well maintained.

Cons:

The door locks need to be upgraded.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
A
ALBERT • solo_traveller • za
5
In urgent need of maintenance, especially the entire HVAC system
Pros:

Staff try their best. Cleaning staff very friendly.

Cons:

Shower water terrible. Sometimes tap have to run 1 hour before warm water comes out. Extremely wasteful in a water scarce world.
Gym music too loud, can't work in room due to this early morning noise.
Aircon does not work.
Wi-Fi is terrible in the rooms.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
J
John • solo_traveller • gb
3
Pros:

OH VERY LITTLE AND SERVICE REALLY WANTING.
NO VARIETY OF BREAKFAST

Cons:

CLEAN THE ROOM AND BEDDINGS
I WAS TOLD I CANT A MEAL CANT BE PREPARED FOR ME

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
O
Ongaro • solo_traveller • ke
6
Pros:

The staff are the best,the location is great.

Cons:

The shower in the bathtub is a bad idea,its risky

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
U
Urs Safaris • family_with_children • nl
5
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
M
Mercy • family_with_children • ke
1
Terrible
Pros:

The pool

Cons:

Broken A/C unit, No TV channels, Drama and noise until the police showed up and removed someone, Yelling and slamming doors after midnight, No food in the restaurant.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
A
ALBERT • solo_traveller • za
3
Are you tired of comfort, Wifi, hot showers, A/C, and quiet? Then Utalii is the place for you!
Pros:

Staff is very friendly and try their best

Cons:

Property has not been maintained - beds, towels, cushions, staff uniforms, curtains, carpets - all seem to come from the 70's and haven't changed.
Aircon doesn't work. Cold showers. Low water pressure. Shower door broken. 2 water bottles for a week stay. Towels old. Smell of burned plastic outside. Gym music noise measured at 80 dB. WiFi is terrible. Check out takes 17 min. TV doesn't work.

2025-11-24 • via Nuitee
N
Nassem • family with young children • eg
8
Very good
2025-06-13 • via Nuitee
F
Flashbooings • family with young children • us
7
Good
Pros:

Clean
Comfortable
Convenient

Cons:

Shower head no spray, solid stream of water

2025-05-31 • via Nuitee
B
Begna • solo traveller • ca
8
The staff are very friendly.
Pros:

The staff are very friendly.

Cons:

The window of the room is not strong.

2025-05-06 • via Nuitee
S
Susanna • young couple • ca
10
Exceptional
2025-04-29 • via Nuitee
R
Ravshan • young couple • ru
10
Excellent place!
Pros:

Everything was fine !

Cons:

Not so often the rain at the night!

2025-04-25 • via Nuitee
S
SAMUEL
10
Pros:

Property is good.

2025-03-23 • via Nuitee
M
Mercy • family with young children • ke
9
Superb
2025-02-28 • via Nuitee
S
Stan • solo traveller • ke
3
disappointing
Pros:

The room was clean. The reception staff are friendly and competent.

Cons:

The service staff in the restaurant were very friendly, but not very attentive. The food was at best mediocre. You only got hot water in the shower after letting the water run for at least 10 minutes

2025-02-25 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • solo traveller • nl
8
Very good
2025-01-18 • via Nuitee
E
Emily • young couple • ke
5
Passable
2025-01-16 • via Nuitee