What are the Rainbow Ruiru Resort opening hours?

Daily; pool day use roughly 8am to 6pm (confirm by phone). Busiest: Weekends and public holidays.

What is the best time to visit Rainbow Ruiru Resort?

Weekday mornings. It is busiest Weekends and public holidays.

How do you get to Rainbow Ruiru Resort?

About 30 minutes from Nairobi CBD outside peak traffic. Ride-hailing: Ride-hail from Nairobi is straightforward; agree on the return trip. Public transport: Matatu along Thika Road to Ruiru, then a short boda boda ride to the resort On the Nairobi-Thika Superhighway in Ruiru, about 500 m from the Eastern Bypass junction.

Rainbow Ruiru Resort in Ruiru (Thika Superhighway), Ruiru: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide

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Rainbow Ruiru Resort is a hotel on the Thika Superhighway in Ruiru with day-use pool access at KSh 400 for adults and KSh 300 for children, plus a free kids play area, gym, spa and restaurants. It is about 30 minutes from Nairobi CBD outside peak traffic.

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Rainbow Ruiru Resort, Nairobi-Thika Superhighway, about 500 m from the Eastern Bypass, Ruiru, Kiambu County, Ruiru (Thika Superhighway), Ruiru, Kiambu

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What is Rainbow Ruiru Resort?

Rainbow Ruiru Resort is a 123-room hotel on the Nairobi-Thika Superhighway in Ruiru, about 500 m from the Eastern Bypass and roughly 30 minutes from Nairobi CBD outside peak traffic. Day visitors come mainly for the outdoor pool, which has adult and children's sections, and for the kids play area, gym, spa, restaurants and bars. Parking is on site.

It is a hotel rather than a dedicated family park, so day swimmers share the grounds with hotel guests and conference groups. Pool day use is KSh 400 for adults and KSh 300 for children, and the kids play area is free. A 2026 social media offer advertised KSh 300 for adults and KSh 200 for children. Confirm availability and the current rate by phone before travelling.

Family cost snapshot: KES 1,400 for 2 adults + 2 childrenadults KES 400 each. children KES 300 each. Food, activities and rentals are extra.

Rainbow Ruiru Resort ticket prices 2026

Visitor type	Adult	Child
Standard rate	KES 400	KES 300

Pool day use is KSh 400 per adult and KSh 300 per child according to the resort website, and the kids play area is free. A 2026 social media offer advertised KSh 300 for adults and KSh 200 for children, and gym members swim free. Confirm the current rate and what it includes before you travel.

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Is it right for your child's age?

Age group	Verdict	What to expect
0-2 years	Okay	Shallow pool area and play area with an adult \| 3-5 years

Key details

Address: Rainbow Ruiru Resort, Nairobi-Thika Superhighway, about 500 m from the Eastern Bypass, Ruiru, Kiambu County, Ruiru
Opening hours: Daily; pool day use roughly 8am to 6pm (confirm by phone)
How long to plan: 2 to 4 hours
Suitable ages: All ages
Phone: 0714 675050 / 0736 675050 / 020 2061448

What to expect when you visit

Call ahead to confirm pool availability and the day-use rate, then pay at reception. The outdoor pool has adult and children's sections, and the kids play area, gym, spa, restaurant and bar are on site.

Bring swimwear and a towel, and supervise children around the pool. Day use can be restricted when the hotel is busy with conferences or groups.

Family essentials

Safety notes: Supervise children around the pool and in the play area. Pool depth and lifeguard cover vary, so check on arrival.

Tickets and costs

Free entry rules: No
Extra costs (activities, rentals, food): Swimming pool, kids play area, gym, spa, restaurant and bar

Plan your visit

Best time to visit: Weekday mornings
Busiest times: Weekends and public holidays
How to get there: On the Nairobi-Thika Superhighway in Ruiru, about 500 m from the Eastern Bypass junction.
By car: About 30 minutes from Nairobi CBD outside peak traffic
Uber / Bolt estimate: Ride-hail from Nairobi is straightforward; agree on the return trip
Public transport: Matatu along Thika Road to Ruiru, then a short boda boda ride to the resort
Combine with: Paradise Lost Resort | Fourteen Falls
What to bring: Swimwear, towel, change of clothes, sunscreen, cash or card

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to visit Rainbow Ruiru Resort?: Adults pay KES 400 and children pay KES 300. Pool day use is KSh 400 per adult and KSh 300 per child according to the resort website, and the kids play area is free. A 2026 social media offer advertised KSh 300 for adults and KSh 200 for children, and gym members swim free. Confirm the current rate and what it includes before you travel.
What are the Rainbow Ruiru Resort opening hours?: Daily; pool day use roughly 8am to 6pm (confirm by phone). Busiest: Weekends and public holidays.
How long do you need at Rainbow Ruiru Resort?: Plan for 2 to 4 hours.
What is the best time to visit Rainbow Ruiru Resort?: Weekday mornings. It is busiest Weekends and public holidays.
How do you get to Rainbow Ruiru Resort?: About 30 minutes from Nairobi CBD outside peak traffic. Ride-hailing: Ride-hail from Nairobi is straightforward; agree on the return trip. Public transport: Matatu along Thika Road to Ruiru, then a short boda boda ride to the resort On the Nairobi-Thika Superhighway in Ruiru, about 500 m from the Eastern Bypass junction.