Hotel Rio, Nairobi ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Muthaiti Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

3 Double beds

City view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Centre

Nairobi 2.9 km

Airports

Wilson (WIL) 2.2 km

Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) 18.2 km

Train

Nairobi Railway Station 2.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Great Breakfast Atmosphere

“I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast at Hotel Rio. The mini buffet spread included a good variety of fruits, cereals, sausages, and scrambled eggs. The ambiance was enhanced by beautiful piped music, making it a lovely way to start my day.” view full review

Appealing Room Design

“I was impressed by the room's setup style, which featured great color contrasts and an appealing ambience. The kettle for tea and coffee and complimentary drinking water were excellent touches, making my stay more comfortable.” view full review

Quality Amenities

“The bathroom provided branded amenities that added a touch of luxury to my experience. I appreciated the thoughtfulness of having good-quality toiletries available, making my stay feel more special.” view full review

Comfy Bed

“Despite some minor issues, I found the bed to be quite comfortable. It was a welcoming resting place after a busy day, and I appreciated the extra duvet that was promptly provided upon my request.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Night club
Entertainment
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Muthaiti Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya

Map view

Muthaiti Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya

City landmarks

Uhuru Highway-Kenyatta Avenue

Uhuru Park

2.1 km

Mbagathi Road Kws Workshop Entrance - Nairobi National Park

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

2.2 km

Library

Kenya National Archives

2.6 km

Junction of Moi Avenue

August 7th Memorial Park

2.2 km

Harambee Avenue

Kenyatta International Conference Centre

2.2 km

Park

Jeevanjee Gardens

3.0 km

Central Business District

2.8 km

Off Moi Avenue

Kencom House

2.5 km

Nyayo Stadium

700 m

Kenyatta Avenue At A104 Corner

Nairobi Gallery

2.5 km

Gallery

GoDown Arts Centre

2.9 km

02 Koinange St

Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Family

2.4 km

The Sarova Stanley

2.6 km

Madaraka Estate

1.4 km

Mosque

Jamia Mosque

2.8 km

Langata Rd

National Museums of Kenya -Uhuru Gardens

3.4 km

Tuskys Supermarket

1.3 km

Museum

Nairobi Railway Museum

4.8 km

T-Mall Nairobi

1.3 km

South B

2.1 km

Park

The Nairobi Arboretum

4.3 km

Store

Capital Centre

2.9 km

Church

International Christian Centre

1.9 km

Upper Hill

4.5 km

Nakumatt Mega Supermarket

3.8 km

Coca Cola East Africa & Central Africa

4.8 km

Two Ems Associates LTD

5.0 km

Nearby

Event hall

Discount Aka DC

350 m

Discount Bazaar

360 m

Nairobi West Mosque

420 m

Restaurants

Brew Tap Room

910 m

Galleria Mall

Marita's Bhajias

900 m

Mai Mahiu Rd Magharibi Place

La Bonne Bouche

4.5 km

Upper Hill

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Clean and comfortable rooms

Run-down area

Limited dining options

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

8.0

Location

6.7

Service

8.6

Dining

5.0

John

United States, September 2024

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel which offers a clean and comfortable environment. The staff were very friendly and helpful, making my experience enjoyable. However, the location could be better as it felt a bit insecure at times, and the dining options were quite limited. Overall, I found it good value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean and very comfortable, which made my stay quite pleasant.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly and provided helpful services throughout my stay.

Location

6.0

The location is decent, being close to both airports, but the area felt somewhat run-down and insecure at times.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited and not very great, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, though not particularly standout.

Scott

United States, August 2024

6.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms and very friendly staff. The location is quite convenient as it's close to both airports, which is a big plus. However, the dining options weren't great, and I found the area a bit noisy at night. Overall, it's decent value for money but not without its downsides.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and the bathroom was totally functional.

Service

7.0

Service was amazing and polite overall, except for one receptionist who didn't quite meet the friendly standard.

Location

6.0

The location is good since it’s at the start of the CBD coming from the airport, but the area itself felt a bit rundown and insecure.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited and not very appealing, which was disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities provided some basic amenities but nothing extraordinary.

Frank

United States, July 2024

6.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located near both airports in Nairobi, which was great for me. The staff were friendly and accommodating, but the room I stayed in was quite small and basic. Overall, I found it to be a decent value, but the noise at night was a bit of a downside.

Rooms

6.0

The room was rather small and basic, not really what I expected.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with anything I needed.

Location

7.0

The location is good, especially for accessing the airports easily, though it can be noisy at night.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining options to be quite limited and not that great.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were okay, but nothing outstanding.

Ralph

United States, July 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers a comfortable stay with clean and spacious rooms, making it a great value for money, especially with its convenient location near both airports in Nairobi. The service is friendly and attentive, but the dining options leave a bit to be desired. Overall, I had a pleasant experience but the noise at night might be an issue for some.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and the bathroom was totally functional.

Service

9.0

The staff was amazing and polite, always ready to assist with anything I needed.

Location

8.0

The location was great, easily accessible from both airports and away from the congested city center.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite limited and not very appealing.

Facilities

7.0

The overall facilities were decent, but nothing particularly standout.

Ralph

United States, June 2024

6.8/10

I had a decent stay, with the hotel being clean and comfortable. The location is convenient for both airports in Nairobi, but it can be a bit noisy at night. The staff was friendly and provided great service, although the dining options were quite limited. Overall, it’s a good value for money, but there are definitely areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but I found them very small and basic.

Service

9.0

The service was amazing and polite, with staff being very friendly and helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is good as it's close to both airports, but it can get noisy at night, making it hard to sleep.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a bit of a letdown, with limited options and quality not great.

Facilities

6.0

The general facilities were adequate, but nothing particularly stood out.

Raymond

United States, May 2024

7.2/10

I had a great experience at this hotel, which is conveniently located near both airports in Nairobi. The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, making my stay quite enjoyable. The service was generally friendly and accommodating. However, the dining options were limited, and some noise from the area could be an issue at night. Overall, it’s good value for money if you’re looking for convenience and comfort.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a totally functional bathroom.

Service

8.0

The staff was very accommodating and friendly, except for one receptionist who seemed less helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is advantageous, being at the start of the CBD and very close to national parks, making it great for a short stay.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was limited and not great, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were adequate, but nothing particularly stood out.

Ashley

United States, May 2024

6.6/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel, especially considering its great location near both airports in Nairobi. The rooms were quite spacious and clean, which made my stay comfortable. However, the dining options left much to be desired, and service at times was hit or miss. Overall, it offers good value for money, but there are certainly areas for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very spacious and clean, which I appreciated. The bathroom was totally functional, making my stay comfortable.

Service

7.0

Most of the staff were really friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with room service and shuttle arrangements. However, I did encounter one receptionist who was not as accommodating.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is great, especially for easy access to both airports, although the surrounding area felt a bit run-down, which made me feel a little insecure at times.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, the dining options were quite limited and not very appealing. It could definitely use some improvement.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were okay, but nothing stood out to me as exceptional.

Jennifer

United States, April 2024

7.4/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel, particularly appreciating its clean rooms and friendly staff. The location is quite good, being close to both airports in Nairobi, which is a plus. However, the area felt somewhat insecure at times, and the dining experience didn’t really meet my expectations. Overall, it was a fair experience for the price, but there are definitely areas for improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean and comfortable, making my stay enjoyable.

Service

10.0

The service was amazing; the staff was very accommodating and polite throughout my stay.

Location

7.0

The location is good being at the start of the CBD and very near to both airports in Nairobi, though the area felt a bit insecure.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited and not great; I found the breakfast to be quite poor.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent but nothing extraordinary.

Jessica

United States, April 2024

7.0/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel, which is in a good spot, making it easy to get to both airports. The rooms were clean and comfortable, although the surrounding area felt a bit run-down and insecure at times. The staff was very friendly and helpful, but the dining options left a bit to be desired. Overall, it offers good value for money if you keep your expectations realistic regarding the location and dining experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a pleasant place to rest after a long day.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely helpful and very friendly, making my stay more enjoyable.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently located near both airports, but the surrounding area felt a bit run-down and insecure.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were quite limited and not very appealing, which was a letdown.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a decent range of facilities, although I didn't get to explore them much myself.

Friendly staff

Run-down area

Katherine

United States, March 2024

7.0/10

The hotel was conveniently located at the start of the CBD, making it easy to access from the airport, but the area felt a bit run-down, which was concerning. The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a functional bathroom, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. However, the noise at night made it difficult to get a good night's sleep. Overall, it was decent value for money, especially considering the spacious rooms.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and the bathroom was totally functional.

Service

9.0

The staff were all very friendly and helpful, making my stay enjoyable.

Location

6.0

The location is good for accessing the CBD from the airport, but it’s in a run-down area where I felt a bit insecure at times.

Dining

5.0

I found the breakfast options were limited and not very impressive.