Global hospitality company Hilton has expanded its Kenyan operations with the opening of two new brands; Double Tree by Hilton, along Ngong Road and Garden Inn Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. This is part of an ongoing five-year $50 million investment plan for the Hilton’s Sub-Saharan African portfolio that was announced recently.
Under the initiative, the plan is to convert around 100 hotels in multiple African markets into Hilton branded properties, providing instant benefits such access to leading innovative technology, including digital-check in.
DoubleTree in Hurlingham
The establishment has been opened as the first DoubleTree branded property in Kenya joining other five DoubleTree by Hilton properties open across Africa.
DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham is the first hotel to open under Hilton’s Africa Growth Initiative. Hilton has committed a total of $50 million over the next five years towards the Hilton Africa Growth Initiative to support the continued expansion of its Sub-Saharan African portfolio. These funds are intended to support the conversion of around 100 hotels in multiple African markets into Hilton branded properties, providing instant benefits such access to over 69-million Hilton Honors members and leading innovative technology.
DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi is part of the Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty programme for its distinct hotel brands. The programme honours members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels with instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else and free standard Wi-Fi.
“With the number of travellers visiting Kenya growing year-on-year, we are delighted to be opening the first DoubleTree by Hilton property in Nairobi in such a prime location with easy access to corporate offices and tourist attractions in Nairobi,” said Nitin Gupta, the general manager. “We look forward to opening our doors and providing our warm welcome to leisure and business guests alike, as they explore everything the capital has to offer.”
Guests can explore the heart of the capital, as the hotel is ideally located just a few kilometres away from the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre and the David Shedrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, or stroll through the city’s various shopping malls. Travellers also have easy access to Nairobi’s central and financial districts, including Nairobi Business Park, corporate houses and NGO centres.
Hotel features and amenities include:
• DINING
Guests can start their day with a sumptuous breakfast in the exquisite Atrium Brasserie. For lunch and dinner, the hotel offers an a la carte menu and an extensive buffet, including Indian, Italian and pan-Asian cuisines. After a day exploring the city guests can unwind in the Piano Lounge with a selection of wines or contemporary cocktails, whilst enjoying sweet symphonies from live piano and saxophone players.
• AMENITIES
Guests can rejuvenate with access to a 24-hour gymnasium, as well as a swimming pool open from 6am – 7pm.
• MEETINGS & EVENTS
DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham boasts five meeting rooms with natural daylight, capable of hosting up to 250 delegates. The hotel provides great space for corporate events and social gatherings with additional outdoor break out space on the terrace, which is perfect to enjoy Nairobi’s lovely weather.
Garden Inn At The JKIA
Hilton Garden Inn Jomo Kenyatta International Airport opened its doors to its first guest on 8th February 2018. The 175-room hotel marks the arrival of the award-winning Hilton Garden Inn brand in Sub Saharan Africa, providing guests with midscale yet affordable accommodations at more than 770 hotels around the world.
Hilton Garden Inn is a 175 room hotel that will be looking to provide business and recreational travellers – both into and out of Nairobi – with the ease that they are accustomed to with the brand – comfort and affordability.
The award-winning Hilton Garden Inn brand provides business and leisure guests with upscale yet affordable accommodation and modern amenities for a successful and comfortable stay. The satisfaction promise affirms the brand’s goal to make each stay better and brighter. Guaranteed.
Hilton Garden Inn serves daily cooked-to-order breakfast and offers full service restaurants and bars. Team Members at more than 770 hotels around the world are committed to guaranteeing today’s busy travelers have a bright and satisfying experience from the first hello when they arrive.
Hilton Garden Inn is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 14 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else, free standard Wi-Fi and digital amenities like digital check-in with room selection and Digital Key (select locations), available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app.
