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Gigiri Lion Villas 2

4.7(239 reviews)

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Right next to the UN and US Embassy, so it's fortress-secure but also surprisingly welcoming — staff arrange safari outings without you asking, the coffee is excellent, and they'll drive you around Gigiri for free. John makes the best mocktails in Nairobi.

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Wheelchair accessible

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Based on 239 reviews

SM

Scott McCartney

2 months ago

Very secure and quiet resort right next to UN offices and US Embassy. Staff were wonderfully friendly and welcoming. Rooms are a high standard. Restaurant food was good, breakfast ok. Coffee excellent...

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Carolyne Njung'e

3 months ago

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Manop Kaewmoracharoen

6 months ago

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Gökmen Köroglu

4 months ago

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Thuon Chen

5 months ago

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United Nations Ave, Nairobi, Kenya

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Gigiri Lion Villas 2 is located at QR86+MM8, United Nations Ave, Nairobi, Kenya, Gigiri, Nairobi.

Gigiri Lion Villas 2 has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.

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I just had the best mocktail ever! Truly exceptional service and attention to detail. The mocktail was perfectly balanced and beautifully presented. Thank you, John, for the amazing experience, hand...

We had an amazing stay at Gigiri Lion Villas 2 — 5 stars without a doubt! From the moment we arrived, the hospitality exceeded all expectations. On our last day, we had an early morning safari outing,...

This was my third visit to Nairobi and the Lion Villas 2 was the best hotel I stayed in. Great staff, great room and environment. Definitely again! Highly recommended.

My girlfriend and I booked this boutique hotel stay because of the proximity to the US embassy, we had a tourist visa interview. The place is very nice, relaxing, they did our laundry, good food opti...