KENYA – The MGallery Hotel Collection, part of French Accor Group, has expanded its footprint in Africa by unveiling the Gem Forest hotel, located in the city’s diplomatic neighbourhood of Gigiri in Nairobi, Kenya.
Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi – MGallery Collection is the fourth property in Africa and first in the Sub-Saharan Africa. This opening illustrates the brand strategy to develop destinations with leisure potential and expand its local signature memorable experiences to new guests.
Mehdi Mora, MGallery’s Vice President of Operations for Africa, Mauritius, Reunion, and Seychelles, emphasised the importance of Nairobi in the group’s regional growth plans.
“Nairobi is a very important location for us. We believe in the dynamics of the region. We are looking forward to expanding our presence in other countries like Uganda,” he said.
Mehdi asserted that the Gem Forest Hotel stands out for its commitment to sustainability, with Mora highlighting its eco-friendly features.
Like bespoke gem oasis, the 105 rooms and suites welcome guests with their refined beauty and sophistication.
Each provides a welcoming and soothing atmosphere and is enhanced by breathtaking views of the forest and skyline, making this new MGallery a comfortable and elegant sanctuary.
Jewel-toned furniture and decorative accents stand out against the warm white background of the surrounding walls.
The renowned design studio The Sundukovy Sisters (S+S) has worked carefully to incorporate references to Africa in subtle details inspired by the gemstones of the Karura forest and the spirit of Nairobi, nicknamed ‘the city of water’. Wherever possible, local materials and suppliers have been used.
With four lively and unique food and drink venues, the hotel’s eclectic dining and entertainment offerings add to Nairobi’s rich dining culture.
Kahani is a modern Indian restaurant located on the ground floor. Enchanté offers a delightful dining experience that encompasses Mediterranean culinary traditions.
Troy is the Gem Forest’s rooftop bar and lounge serving up bold and theatrical mixology and Mediterranean-inspired tapas and finally La Mer, the hotel’s poolside bar invites guests to indulge in small bites and refreshing beverages in a beautiful outdoor setting.
The hotel boasts zero use of plastics and employs artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint.
It has also earned certification as an eco-friendly building, aligning with the growing global trend towards sustainable hospitality.
With this latest addition, Accor’s portfolio in Nairobi now includes five properties.
These include existing hotels under the Fairmont, ibis Styles, and Mövenpick brands, with the city’s first Pullman hotel set to open later this year.
Accor’s Kenya portfolio also includes the Fairmont Nairobi, Fairmont Mara Safari Club, and Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, further cementing its presence in the country’s luxury hospitality sector.
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