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A home away from home

3.0 star property
3-star apartment with kitchen in Ruaka

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Flat-screen TV, Netflix
Flat-screen TV, Netflix
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior entrance
Economy Apartment, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Limuru Rd, Ruaka, Kiambu County
  • Place, Two Rivers Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Village Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, United Nations Office at Nairobi
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1507 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Apartment, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Apartment, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ruaka

In Ruaka .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ruaka apartment, you'll find Two Rivers Mall and Funscapes Theme Park. Also, Rosslyn Riviera Mall is within 3 miles (5 km) and Village Market is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Two Rivers Mall - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Village Market - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Sarit Centre - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Yaya Centre - 15 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 30 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Stream Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Artcaffe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Palace Instanbul - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Java House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A home away from home

3-star apartment with kitchen in Ruaka
A home away from home offers its guests laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an ATM. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ruaka apartment.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
A home away from home offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature slippers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib: KES 1,000 per day

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: KES 1,000 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Window guards

General

  • 2 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting units available
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 1000 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for KES 1000 per day.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: KES 5000.0 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: KES 800.0 per person, per week

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: KES 1000 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 1000 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is A home away from home to the airport?

A home away from home is 11.6 mi (44-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A home away from home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at A home away from home.

Does A home away from home offer free breakfast?

A home away from home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A home away from home?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Lucky 8 Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at A home away from home?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 5 PM.

Is there free parking at A home away from home?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does A home away from home have a pool?

A home away from home does not have a pool.

Does A home away from home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is A home away from home to downtown Ruaka?

A home away from home is 0.1 mi away from Ruaka.

A home away from home Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

fearing.

Never got there.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2019