In Nairobi’s State House area, Palacina The Residence & The Suites offers a different take on luxury accommodation, combining the privacy of a boutique hotel with the space of a serviced apartment.

Located on Kitale Lane, off Dennis Pritt Road, the property is positioned close to the city’s business and diplomatic districts.

For travellers searching for luxury hotels in Nairobi, the appeal is as much about space as it is about location.

Palacina has suites, furnished apartments and residences designed for both short visits and longer stays, giving guests more room than a conventional hotel room.

The property caters to both business and leisure travellers, with a restaurant, bar, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness facilities, meeting rooms and complimentary Wi-Fi. Its residential setting also gives the hotel a quieter feel while remaining within reach of Nairobi’s main attractions.

That mix of hotel services and home-style accommodation has made serviced apartments an increasingly useful option for travellers staying in Nairobi for several days or weeks.

Spacious suites and Nairobi serviced Apartments

Palacina has eight suites, including two penthouses. The suites measure more than 70 square metres, while the penthouse suites offer about 150 square metres of living space, with features including balconies, kitchens in some units and separate living areas.

The Residence includes one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Some units have fully equipped kitchens and separate living and sleeping areas, making them suitable for families, corporate travellers and guests seeking a longer stay.

The hotel also offers seven studio kitchenette rooms measuring more than 50 square metres.

Dining, wellness and business facilities

The Palacina Bistro serves Kenyan produce alongside dishes influenced by international cuisine. Guests can also use the Terrace Bar, while the property offers an indoor heated pool, outdoor swimming pool, fitness room, sauna and massage facilities.

For business travellers, Palacina has conference and meeting spaces, including an executive boardroom and lounge. The venues can accommodate corporate meetings, private dinners, workshops and smaller events, with Wi-Fi and other business services available.

The Palacina experience

Palacina is a family-run Nairobi hospitality business with roots in hospitality and design.

The group says its approach centres on international hotel standards, local design, attention to detail and personalised service.

For visitors weighing where to stay in Nairobi, Palacina brings together hotel accommodation, serviced residences, dining and business facilities in one property.

Its State House location and range of room types make it an option for both short city breaks and extended stays.