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About this property
The King Post is located in Nairobi and features cozy apartments. The castle-like building boasts unique Swahili architecture with Arabic, Portuguese and Indian influences.
The apartments at The King Post combine simplicity with old world charm. Each comes with mahogany and oak furnishings, TV, a fully furnished kitchen and private bathroom. The beds are draped with a mosquito net.
The property has an outdoor pool and offers private parking and free WiFi. Guests have free access to the fitness centre. Massages and beauty treatments can be arranged.
If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out the Railway Museum or Karen Blixen Museum, both a 15-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.6
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.6
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Guests who stayed here loved
Muhammad
Kenya
“I loved the Swahili charm of The King Post Nairobi. The apartments are spacious, clean, and beautifully designed with a homely feel that instantly puts you at ease. The ambience is warm and cozy you honestly feel like you’ve been transported to...”
Dunia
Rwanda
“The property a mixture of Arabic, Indian and African styling. Half way between hotel and apartment.”
J
Julia
United Kingdom
“Lovely decor, very quiet neighbourhood, good restaurant.”
Claire
South Africa
“The ambience relaxed Arabic/coastal
The generosity of wooden furnishings
The mushroom and beef soup
The quiet efficiency of the staff and friendliness
The pool in the early morning
The green gardens well tended
Good location”
Bent
Kenya
“Location is very good. Good restaurant, near shops
Have stayed many times, and will keep coming back
Great staff that will do everything to make your stay nice”
Bent
Kenya
“Have now stayed there many times, and it is a great place. Will come back again”
Bent
Kenya
“Great place and facilities.
A place a book again and again”
D
David
United Kingdom
“Stayed multiple times very pleased with the staff & hotel”
Bent
Kenya
“Location is great and very service minded staff.
Check in at any time is great
Good restaurant and bar”
Fatima
Germany
“really nice hotel with relaxing vibes and great food. the rooms are lovely? and spacious”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Managed by The King Post
Company review score: 8.6Based on 435 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties
Company information
We love The King Post's unique architectural design and theme
You will surely love to be here
It is a home away from home
Property information
The King Post is a Swahili Village that is unique in every sense. It brings about a unique architectural synthesis between the East African coast and the lands across the Indian Ocean, reflecting social and cultural interaction between the regions over more than a millennium. It reflects the timeless beauty of Swahili Architecture. It has a mystic coastal warmth & intimacy. Within the premises of The King Post, we have the King's Gym & Spa, Jabeen's Salon & the Cafe Chumba.
Neighbourhood information
Located along Rhapta Road, The King Post is a stone's throw away from major shopping malls, restaurants, lounges, clubs, & Business parks Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The King Post. Shopping malls like The Carrefour, situated right opposite and minutes away The Chandarana Supermarket are some of the city's most popular shopping malls. Whether you're here for a weekend, a month, a business trip or a relaxing getaway, our hotel offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay.
Languages spoken
English,Swahili
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
The Tavern
Cuisine
Indian • Italian • Pizza
Ambiance
Family friendly • Modern
House rules
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Check-in
Available 24 hours
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Housekeeping and maid service is provided daily, except on Sundays and public holidays. One linen and two towel changes per week.
Please inform The King Post in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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Kenya“I loved the Swahili charm of The King Post Nairobi. The apartments are spacious, clean, and beautifully designed with a homely feel that instantly puts you at ease. The ambience is warm and cozy you honestly feel like you’ve been transported to...”
Dunia
Rwanda“The property a mixture of Arabic, Indian and African styling. Half way between hotel and apartment.”
United Kingdom“Lovely decor, very quiet neighbourhood, good restaurant.”
South Africa“The ambience relaxed Arabic/coastal The generosity of wooden furnishings The mushroom and beef soup The quiet efficiency of the staff and friendliness The pool in the early morning The green gardens well tended Good location”
Fatima
Germany“really nice hotel with relaxing vibes and great food. the rooms are lovely? and spacious”
