Part of living a healthy modern lifestyle has inevitably come to include going to the gym. Additionally, stress from everyday life activities prompts people to seek relaxing activities like going to the spa and getting beauty treatments. Places like gyms and spas are integral to urban neighbourhoods like Kitisuru and tend to be a much sought-after amenity.
People living in and around Kitisuru have access to a couple of spas and gyms in the area where they can work out or get a massage. Several of these facilities are found within large or well-known hotels in Westlands, the Gigiri area, and places along Limuru Road. Depending where in Kitisuru you are located, plus what your personal preferences are, here are some great options for gyms and spas.
1. Burn Body
Burn Body is a group fitness studio. Their classes include yoga, TRX, and Barre.
Location: Kitisuru Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 0780 516 777
Working hours: 9 am to 7 pm every day. Closes at 12pm on Saturdays. Closed on Sundays
Google rating: 4.5 stars, (10 reviews)
2. Jacaranda Gym and Spa
The equipment at Jacaranda Gym and Spa include cardio, free weights, and isotonic equipment. The gym is part of the Jacaranda Hotel in Westlands which is right inside the shopping centre, near the Sarit Centre Mall. The location is easy to reach no matter the means of transport you are using. They also have four treatment rooms and a sauna.
Location: Woodvale Close, Westlands Off Waiyaki Way Nairobi Kenya
Contacts: 0707 395 315
Working hours: 6am to 10pm every day. 7am to 9pm on weekends
Google rating: 4.6 stars, (13 reviews)
3. King’s Gym & Spa
King’s Gym and Spa has professional masseuses who are trained to give the best services. The facility also has a swimming pool where clients can enjoy an outdoor workout if that is their preference. There is a restaurant that members can access as well.
Location: Rhapta Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 0734 261 182
Working hours: 8:30 am to 6:30 pm every day. Closed on Sundays
Google rating: 4.5 stars, (142 reviews)
4. VMX Fitness
VMX Fitness inside The Village Market is a convenient gym to visit, thanks to its location. Their products include several group classes that vary in intensity to suit a variety of members. They also have the latest gym equipment which is well-maintained. Their members of staff are highly qualified and friendly making them easy to work with.
Location: 3rd Floor The Village Market Limuru Road
Contacts: 0708 000 621
Working hours: 5am to 10pm every day. 7am to 7pm on weekends
Google rating: 4.9 stars, (25 reviews)
5. Revitalize Wellness Center at Ibis Styles Hotel
Revitalize Wellness Center at Ibis Styles Hotel in Westlands is a facility which focuses on fitness as well as beauty. The centre has a gym and a spa, both of which offer several services. One of the centre’s most unique products is their skin care line, Babor and Elemis.
Location: Rhapta Road Ibis Styles Hotel Westlands
Contacts: 0721 889 777
Working hours: 11am to 8pm every day and closed on Mondays
Google Rating: 4.7 stars, (130 reviews)
6. Serenity Spa Kitisuru
Serenity Spa Kitisuru is a day spa as well as a beauty salon. One of its most attractive qualities is the serene environment offered by the beautiful and calm compound it is located in. In addition to offering several spa treatments like massages and facials, they also cut and style hair.
Location: Ngecha Road, Kitisuru, Nairobi
Contacts: 020 3653950
Working hours: 9am to 8pm every day
Google rating: 4.7 stars, (404 reviews)
7. Bustani Day Spa
Bustani Day Spa is designed to use plant, herb, and flower treatments across their different services. That is based on their belief that a natural environment is the best way to provide healing and therapeutic treatments to their clients. Their work cuts across spa, hair, as well as beauty procedures.
Location: House 50, Gigiri Court on UN Crescent Road off UN Avenue Nairobi Kenya
Contacts: 0710 451 713
Working hours: 9am to 8pm every day. Closes at 6pm on Mondays and Tuesdays. Closes at 3pm on Sundays.
Google rating: 4.7 stars, (7 reviews)
8. CrossFit Kwetu
CrossFit Kwetu differs from your typical gym by offering a holistic fitness experience. They have fitness coaches who guide clients towards building the healthy habits they desire. They also have nutritionists who help customers modify their diets to fit the kind of lifestyle they aspire to.
Location: Gigiri Lane, Nairobi
Contacts: 0740 969 669
Working hours: 5am to 7:30 pm every day. 7am to 1pm on Saturdays. Closed on Sundays
Google rating: 4.7 stars, (116 reviews)
9. Serenity Spa Gigiri
Serenity Spa has another branch in Gigiri, allowing clients to pick the most convenient location to visit when they need a spa. This facility offers a steam bath, as well as outdoor lounging areas where one can continue to relax after their massage. There is a coffee shop which sells smoothies and specialised coffees.
Location: 412 UN Crescent, Box 1934,, Nairobi
Contacts: 0708 202 020
Working hours: 9am to 8pm every day
Google rating: 4.6 stars, (562 reviews)
10. Kaya Spa
Kaya Spa is part of the Tribe Hotel on Limuru Road. They have experts who specialize in different services, such as Thai massages. The spa is highly ranked by critics, thanks to their experience which features great services in a tastefully designed space.
Location: Limuru Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 0732 186 444
Working hours: 8:30am to 9pm every day
Google rating: 4.5 stars, (16 reviews)
Conclusion
While gyms generally contain the same workout equipment and similar training regimens, some have alternative workouts, like cross fit or even coordinated group aerobics. Kitisuru and the nearby residential areas are home to facilities offering this variety of fitness alternatives. The spas have different beauty therapies you can try out as well as varied hours of operation to suit different schedules. Explore this list of options to find what you are looking for.
