Welcome to The Heron By Sarovar Portico India, a serene oasis in the heart of Nairobi. Unwind by the poolside bar or indulge in rejuvenating treatments like a Thai massage and sauna. Enjoy regional cuisine at one of three on-site restaurants, stay connected with WiFi, and take advantage of dry cleaning services.
Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Nairobi National Museum - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
University of Nairobi - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 11 min drive
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 28 min drive
Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
Lukenya (Kitengela) Station - 28 min drive
Nairobi Station - 28 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
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
The Heron By Sarovar Portico India is just 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or reflexology, and BASHASHA, one of 3 restaurants, serves light fare. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a health club.
Languages
English, Hindi, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
108 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Children's menu
What to do
Fitness classes
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Health club
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Sauna
Steam room
Lockers available
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Accessible bathtub
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
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.
Dining
BASHASHA - This coffee shop specializes in Regional cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
CASBAH - This bar serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
MDALASINI - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KES 1500 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KES 25 per person (one-way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for KES 30.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Policies
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Heron Portico
Heron Portico Hotel
Heron Portico Hotel Nairobi
Heron Portico Nairobi
Heron Hotel Nairobi
Frequently asked questions
Does The Heron By Sarovar Portico India offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Heron By Sarovar Portico India does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is KES 25 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.
Is there an onsite casino at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India and nearby?
Onsite recreation at The Heron By Sarovar Portico India includes fitness classes. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Heron By Sarovar Portico India?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Regional cuisine.
What's the area around The Heron By Sarovar Portico India like?
The Heron By Sarovar Portico India is in Kilimani, a short 11-minute walk from Uhuru Park and 14 minutes' walk from Nairobi Hospital.
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The Heron By Sarovar Portico India Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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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 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2024
A very good place to stay, and great value for money.
Yohannes
Yohannes, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
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.
Michael
Michael, 11-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Excellent rooms, customer service and location
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Pool was warm in the morning, and Gym and Spa staff were terrific.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Great hotel - comfortable and modern but still feels like Africa.
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Was a great experience
Julius
Julius, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Very nice hotel, comfortable with a local appearance - the right balance of traditional Kenya and modern comforts - staff were extremely helpful.
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Customer service is 10/10, also is good location close to malls , classy restaurants. I would recommend to everyone that visiting to Nairobi .
Aynan
Aynan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
The property was clean and neat. The swimming pool was perfect, and the spa and gym staff very friendly. We will be back for sure.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
as above
M
M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
The property is beautiful, and has a unique quality and ambiance. Very much liked it.
Yohannes
Yohannes, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2023
Fabulous breakfast!
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2023
It was great, as usual
Barry
Barry, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2024
Good and friendly
Heron Court is scoring high on friendliness and good service. Convenient location in quiet area, - and still within short walking distance from city center (CBD). Breakfast simple but sufficient, the cafeteria is pleasant, ..
Cons: The bed was on harder side for me, and except for early in morning "hot" water in shower was luke warm (at best).
All-in-all: Heron Court remains my "home away from home" in Nairobi.
Tore
Tore, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2022
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
Merris
Merris, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2022
Good
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 21, 2024
Bad internet / wifi acces
Good but Terrible internet acces. Dont go there if need internet for your work.
Dahir
Dahir, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 11, 2023
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.
Kathryn
6/10 Good
Mar 5, 2025
Hotellet och servicen var ok, men hotellet låg väldigt ensamt och fanns inget att göra utanför hotellet på gångavstånd. Man fick inte lämna hotellet efter 18.00 utan att ta taxi så man var isolerad på hotellet och maten på hotellet var dyr och tog extremt lång tid att få.