JW Marriott bringing Kenya's outdoor beauty to its interior design

ELIZABETH MUSYIMI ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALIST

28 March 2024

• The hotel’s interior design is largely inspired by the beauty, heritage, and palette of Kenya’s great outdoors

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi, standing as the tallest hotel in the country with 35 stories in the Westlands commercial district, was opened on Tuesday.

The hotel captures the essence of Kenya’s natural beauty and heritage, offering travellers a peaceful escape for the mind, body, and soul. It embodies the city's contemporary yet mindful urban lifestyle.

The hotel features 315 sophisticated guestrooms, five internationally-inspired dining destinations, a luxury Spa by JW, swimming pool, fitness center, and eight exceptional event spaces for gatherings and celebrations.

An additional 51 spacious serviced apartments and a sky bar and lounge are slated to open later in the year.

An Urban Sanctuary - Bringing the Outdoors In The hotel’s interior design is largely inspired by the beauty, heritage, and palette of Kenya’s great outdoors.

Designed by George Wong, the property is inspired by the spirit and story of an African adventure, with an earth-toned colour palette of savannah browns, Maasai reds, cultural terracotta, and safari green incorporated throughout its spaces.

These aesthetic choices introduce a new echelon of luxury to the city, featuring intentional spaces that allow guests to connect with the essence of Africa, while enjoying the comforts of a modern urban hotel.

Throughout the property a collection of unique works of art - from sculptures and handmade ceramics to wall murals and regional textiles - tell the story of the breathtaking Kenyan landscape

The guest rooms and suites - including one Presidential Suite - offer guests a contemporary retreat to recharge and reset with breathtaking views of the city.

Situated on the nine top-most floors of the high-rise tower, spacious serviced apartments will offer luxurious, exclusive experiences for long-stay guests and family groups in one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

Mindful moments can be found at Spa by JW, which offers bespoke wellness experiences for guests during their stay, including customisable massages and beauty treatments to refresh and invigorate the body.

Guests can maintain their daily routines at the state-of-the-art Fitness Center on the fifth floor, featuring a yoga studio, steam room, and an outdoor pool and terrace, offering an ideal space for ultimate relaxation.

Worldly Culinary Destinations

Worldly Culinary DestinationsJW Marriott Hotel Nairobi is home to a host of rich culinary experiences that elevate the city’s hospitality scene to new standards of sophistication, with the goal of creating special moments andfostering a deeper connection between guests and locals.

All-day MIDI Café & Patisserie creates theideal spot for quick breakfasts, light lunches, or afternoon coffee and cake, while Myna Restaurantshowcases international cuisine with an African flair, serving sumptuous buffet-style breakfasts andfamily Sunday brunches, as well as lunches and dinner from its indoor and outdoor terrace setting.

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi is home to a host of rich culinary experiences that elevate the city’s hospitality scene to new standards of sophistication, with the goal of creating special moments and fostering a deeper connection between guests and locals.

All-day MIDI Café & Patisserie creates the ideal spot for quick breakfasts, light lunches, or afternoon coffee and cake, while Myna Restaurant showcases international cuisine with an African flair, serving sumptuous buffet-style breakfasts and family Sunday brunches, as well as lunches and dinner from its indoor and outdoor terrace setting.

Hudson Tavern Bar and Grill offers the ideal setting to relax while watching live sports, featuring an authentic grill house serving tapas, mezze, and classic American burgers.

Fine dining in the capital city is enhanced with the arrival of Mughal, celebrating the esteemed cuisine and culture of the Mughal Empire. Guests can embark on a unique culinary journey immersed in sumptuous décor and stories reminiscent of a gracious, bygone era.

The cocktail bar is a highlight, serving signature drinks and mocktails infused with Mughal ingredients and spices.

Slated to open later this year, Mr. Pang Sky Bar and Lounge, situated on the 31st floor of the hotel, is set to become the city’s evening hotspot, offering modern Pan-Asian cuisine and upscale mixology offerings across its indoor bar and lounge, outdoor terrace, and two private dining spaces, including a premium whiskey library.

Fostering Connections

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi offers over 1,700 square metres of exceptional meeting and event spaces equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, catering to all occasions from corporate events and meetings to family gatherings and celebrations.

The pillar-less Grand Ballroom, hosting up to 800 guests, is an inspirational venue for the city and can be adapted for a range of events including luxury weddings.

The hotel also has a sustainable meeting program, which includes strategies for reducing waste, ensuring responsible waste management, and maintaining energy efficiency to reduce the carbon footprint of events.