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The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Nairobi Hospital

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Jakaya Kikwete Road, Opposite Provincial Police Headquarters, Nairobi, 00100
  • Nairobi Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • University of Nairobi
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Double Bed

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Central Nairobi getaway .Your stay at this Kilimani hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Nairobi Hospital and University of Nairobi. City Hall and Kenyatta International Convention Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nairobi Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Nairobi - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Nairobi National Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Yaya Centre - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lava Latte - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Aksum Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Java Upper Hill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Daily Café & Bistro - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

4-star hotel near Nairobi Hospital
The Heron By Sarovar Portico India offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Heron By Sarovar Portico India. 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 Nairobi hotel.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Heron By Sarovar Portico India offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Languages

English, Hindi, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 2,000 for adults and KES 1,500 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 30.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KES 2000 for adults and KES 1500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 25 per person (one-way)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 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, debit cards, and cash
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Heron Portico
Heron Portico Hotel
Heron Portico Hotel Nairobi
Heron Portico Nairobi
Heron Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Heron By Sarovar Portico India to the airport?

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India is 3.4 mi (11-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Heron By Sarovar Portico India have an airport shuttle?

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of KES 25 per person, one-way.

Does The Heron By Sarovar Portico India offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of KES 2000 for adults and KES 1500 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Lucky 8 Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Heron By Sarovar Portico India have a pool?

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does The Heron By Sarovar Portico India have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Regional cuisine, al fresco dining, and happy hour.

Does The Heron By Sarovar Portico India have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer hot stone massages, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

How close is The Heron By Sarovar Portico India to downtown Nairobi?

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India is 1 mi away from Nairobi.

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 306 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Pleasant stay at the Heron Hotel

Nice hotel, clean room. Good value for the price. The food was good. Great location, close to the city center. I stayed at the Heron for 11 days. I got to know some of the staff. Alex and Bob at reception were very kind, welcoming and helpful. The dinning/cafe staff, Daniel, Alex, Emily, Felix and Bashasha were courteous and friendly and great customers service. I would definitely stay at the Heron again.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

David, Ottawa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eliud

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Vrashket

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

saifour

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
as above
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yohannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very good place to stay, and great value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Solomon

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chani

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Solomon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aynan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service is 10/10, also is good location close to malls , classy restaurants. I would recommend to everyone that visiting to Nairobi .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - comfortable and modern but still feels like Africa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, comfortable with a local appearance - the right balance of traditional Kenya and modern comforts - staff were extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yohannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, and has a unique quality and ambiance. Very much liked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms, customer service and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great, as usual
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I wouldn’t recommend this hotel for solo female travellers. On check out, the hotel demanded additional payment, and the men behind the front desk displayed aggressive behaviour. It was dark and very early morning with no one around. They called in extra men and wouldn’t let me leave until I paid them around $400USD. I had already paid the hotel for my stay. It was a scary experience.

10/10 Excellent

Merris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Rooms are big and have refrigerators, microwave, tea kettle. We enjoyed our stay. There’s also a pool and gym which we didn’t get to use. Can walk to CBD and arboretum from location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Valerie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very attentive and helpful. Room was spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

CONOR

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

OK but not ideal for a good night's sleep

Whilst architecturally some nice touches, hotel did not send transfer for airport pick-up. When called, they said had no record. Not the case though. Most frustrating. Service was slow, albeit staff most friendly. Biggest issue was noise. The rooms are not well soundproofed at all. Very lo Iittle sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021