Best spas in Nairobi

Best spas in Nairobi

With all the stress that come with traveling, there is nothing better than a special treat during or at the end of your vacation, and a Spa sounds like just the thing you need when in Nairobi. I know…a spa might not be what you think of when thinking about things to do in Nairobi or Kenya, but wait until I tell you what you might be missing out!

The spas here are also popular with Kenyans who want some rest and calm from a busy week, not just tourists. It is also important to note that most spas in Nairobi are located inside some of our recommended 5 star hotels in Nairobi, but others are in smaller hotels but still as great, if not better. These spas are open to patrons whether they are guests at the hotel or not.

Below I give you some of the best spas in Nairobi. I promise you will be impressed, and pleasantly surprised by the experiences.

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1. Entim Sidai Sanctuary and Wellness Spa

This is a combination of a beauty salon, massage parlour, and health spa. “Entim Sidai” is a language of the Maasai people of Kenya meaning “Beautiful Forest”.

It is a wellness sanctuary that is located at the heart of Karen, one of the top 10 best trendy neighbourhoods to stay in Nairobi. This Spa is located in a pioneer farmhouse that was built in 1924, and is surrounded by mature indigenous vegetation and birds. It occupies a total area of 20 acres of forest with icon views of the Ngong Hills.

The Entim Sidai’s exclusive wellness spa features an eclectic mix of treatments which are named after phrases and words from the Maasai tribe. There is also a hydro therapy and a sui generis nail studio which is glass walled and located in the middle of the forest. All these services are done by a well-trained Kenyan crew of therapists and beauticians.

The Spa is opened from 9.00 am to 8.00 pm every day.

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2. Revitalize Wellness Center

This is a combination of a beauty salon and health spa. Located at the New Muthaiga on Thigiri View, the Radisson Blu Hotel in Upper Hill, and the Movenpick Hotel and Residences in Westlands, this is a must visit when in Nairobi.

The Center also has a gym, meditation and yoga classes, and a cafe with a healthy menu. Their luxurious spa treatments use natural and organic skincare products that are clinically proven and scientifically tested. The staff here are also very professional and offer great customer service.

All branches are opened every day of the week from 6.00 am to 9.00 pm except the Muthaiga branch that is closed on Mondays.

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3. Devarana Spa

This is a health spa, and one of the best in Nairobi. “Devarana” (pronounced te-wa-run) is actually a Thai-Sanskrit name which means “Garden in Heaven”.

The Spa is located in Nairobi’s DusitD2 Hotel, in the Westlands neighbourhood. It officially started operating in Kenya in 2014.

Everything including the construction of the hotel and Spa have been created with the aim of enhancing ultimate relaxation. The Spa offers health and beauty healing treatments that are inspired by age-old Thai therapies.

Try their signature “Heavenly Nantha Garden Experience” which uses fresh tropical leaves and flowers that are grown in Kenya, combined with aromatic blends of ylang ylang.

The Spa is opened from 10.00 am to 9.00 pm every day.

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4. Serenity Spa

This is a health Spa. It is located in Gigiri, along the United Nations Crescent, and is a haven for relaxation, rejuvenation, and just total well-being.

There are also many trees and a lush garden at the location, making your experience that much more peaceful.

The Spa offers services that include massages, scrubs, manicures and pedicures, facials, and many other signature treatments.

It is opened from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm every day.

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5. Angsana Spa Sankara Nairobi

This is a health spa. It is located at the Sankara hotel in Nairobi, on its topmost floor, in the Westlands neighbourhood. The Spa’s treatments have won a range of awards, making it one of the best Spas in Nairobi.

The Spa uses a refreshing blend of treatments with special emphasis on natural ingredients including native flowers and fruits.

Try their signature Angsan Massage treatment which uses Euphoria Oil and extracts from Ylang Ylang, Sweet Basil, and Litsea Cubeba if you want to relieve tension, aid your blood circulation, or just enjoy some deep relaxation.

Their Javanese Massage and facial treatments are also popular.

The Spa opens from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm every day.

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6. Kaya Spa at Tribe Hotel

This is a beauty salon and a health spa. Located at another of our recommended 5 star hotels in Nairobi – the Tribe Hotel, this is a luxurious Spa that you must try out. If you are out at the Village Market Center or the Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi, then you might consider checking it out as it is very close to the two.

The Spa has a total of five treatment rooms and a Rasul Chamber. Inside these rooms is where you get to experience a variety of indulgent treatments that include body boot camp treatments, traditional Thai massages, and other ancient healing therapies.

The Spa also has a range of pregnancy-safe treatments that are keen on relieving body aches, and healing post natal stretch marks, dry skin, and cellulite.

The Spa is opened from 8.30 am to 10.00 pm every day.

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7. Wild Earth Day Spa

This is a combination of a beauty salon and a health spa. It is located in the Westlands neighbourhood of Nairobi, along Peponi road.

The Spa offers massages, body scrub, manicure services, and salon services. It caters for all; men, women (including pregnant women), and children.

The Spa’s design is inspired by the colours and designs of Morocco, which are just awesome and spectacular to look at, and they give you a feeling of relaxation.

Staff at the Spa are also very professional and friendly.

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8. Silver Spa at Silver Springs Hotel in Nairobi

This is a gym and health spa. Situated inside the Silver Springs hotel in Nairobi along Valley Road, the spa is mainly popular because of its gym.

The gym is inspiring as it has energetic and passionate instructors who are knowledgeable and provide awesome guidance to members.

The health spa is also great for its beauty and holistic treatments that include body massage therapies like deep tissue and hot stone massages, skin care which includes deep cleanse facials, specialty treatments which include body scrubs, and hair and nail treatments.

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9. Saffron Day Spa & Salon

This is a beauty salon, massage parlour, and health spa. Located at Muthangari drive in Nairobi, the spa is defined by gorgeous designs and has very professional staff who gives you the kind of attention bestowed to VIPs.

Their services include skin care, body scrubs, salon services, nail services, hair removal, among others. Try out their signature treatments including the Moroccan Hamman & Gommage and let us know what you think!

It is opened from 7.00 am to 8.00 pm Monday through Saturday, and 10.00 am to 5.00 pm on Sundays.

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10. Aromatics Spa

This is a combination of a beauty salon and health spa. It is a serene space, with therapies from the East and West blending harmoniously to give you perfect relaxation and rejuvenation.

Some of their body treatments include body scrubs, body wraps, massages, and hand and foot treatments.

They also have a dedicated skin care clinic with highly trained professional staff to cater to each of their guests.

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11. Ayush Ayurveda and Yoga Holistic Centre

This is a combination of a beauty salon and health spa. It is located on Kyuna Crescent, off Kyuna Rise, Spring Valley, in the Westlands area of Nairobi.

The holistic centre focuses on the rejuvenation of the body and mind using Ayurveda yoga, spa therapies, aromatherapy, reflexology, and Ayurveda treatments.

They also have customized therapies that have been created by the resident Ayurveda doctor from 5,000 years old Ayurveda, and which are performed by specially trained therapists from Kerala and Kenya under the guidance of the doctor.

The spa is open from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm weekdays, and 9.00 am to 2.00 pm on Saturdays.

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12. Kempinski The Spa

Also known as the Villa Rosa Spa, this is another of the best spas in Nairobi. It is located at the Villa Rosa Kempinski hotel, one of our recommended 5 star hotels in Nairobi.

The Spa has an extensive treatment menu, and nine treatment rooms including two couple rooms.

The Spa and its treatments are inspired by the four European seasons.

Other features include a fitness center, a stylish steam room, a traditional sauna, an outdoor heated pool, and an accompanying pool bar.

The Spa is open from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm every day.

There you have it! My list of the best spas in Nairobi. Nairobi is awesome for a relaxing, adventurous vacation, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Africa. So as you book your hotel in Nairobi, don’t forget your spa appointments! Karibu Nairobi!