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Gelian Hotel Machakos

4.0 star property
Hotel in Machakos with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Mwatu Wa Ngoma Street, Machakos, 90100
  • Place, Kenyatta Stadium
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Machakos Golf Club
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Machakos University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Machakos

At Gelian Hotel Machakos you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Kenyatta Stadium and Machakos Golf Club. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Paprika, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own poolside bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, nightclub, gym and sauna. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 6 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Machakos hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Machakos University and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Machakos People's Park.

What's nearby

  • Kenyatta Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Machakos Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Machakos University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Machakos People's Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Gateway Mall - 39 min drive - 54.5 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪T.tot Hotel machakos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Club Wizard - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hornbill machakos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪austers pub - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gelian Hotel Machakos

Hotel in Machakos with full-service spa and free breakfast
Gelian Hotel Machakos offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, a nightclub, and a fitness centre are also featured at the business-friendly Gelian Hotel Machakos. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Machakos hotel.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Gelian Hotel Machakos offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Machakos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Creme Brulee
  • Paprika

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gelian Hotel Machakos

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

Gelian Hotel Machakos offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

Yep, Gelian Hotel Machakos has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Gelian Hotel Machakos. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Gelian Hotel Machakos have a pool?

Gelian Hotel Machakos has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

Gelian Hotel Machakos features a full-service spa, a nightclub and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Gelian Hotel Machakos a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gelian Hotel Machakos.

Does Gelian Hotel Machakos serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is available daily between 6 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Gelian Hotel Machakos?

There isn't one on site, but Machakos Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.

Reviews

Gelian Hotel Machakos Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ana Paula

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Return customer. Very happy with the accomodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

ALEXANDER, IRVING

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
This hotel used to be a 5 star that has lost a lot in it's ratings. This should be known as a 3 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Richard R

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Investment needed to restore hotel’s glory days

One of my colleagues suffered from a bed bite attack. The showers on the third floor need to refurbished. The air conditioner and WI-FI of my colleagues did not function.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nusrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

KatieGN, Nairobi, Kenya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the best place to stay in Machakos. Clean and modern with decent food and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good bargain in growing urban centre

Good service, well mainyained accommodations, great bath amenities. Slow wifi and functuinal but old equipment in the gym. In center of town so errands, banking, and meals options ate yhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

local environment is very chaotic

Hotel could not provide a receipt for my stay as the 'systems where down'. So no invoice for expense claim. The internet was very poor and the bathroom not very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Sung Won

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marco

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

SANG HUN

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice place to stay in the center of Nairobi

good serviced appartment. spacious and clean, very new. the location is very good, it is in one very lively area of Nairobi and very well serviced with taxi and Uber, very close to a shopping mall. there is a good security service and the all area is well covered by security also from the mall.people are very nice and available to help if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Esperienza eccellente!

Ottima struttura,personale molto gentile e disponibile,siamo stati benissimo!!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018