Kenya

In this exclusive interview, Shaileen Jiwa, the General Manager of Gem Forest Hotel in Nairobi, shares insights into the luxury hospitality industry and the unique aspects that make Gem Forest Hotel a standout destination. As the flagship MGallery hotel in Africa, the property combines elegant design, personalized experiences, and a deep commitment to storytelling. Shaileen discusses the evolving trends in Nairobi’s tourism, the hotel’s focus on corporate and leisure travelers, and her passion for creating memorable, one-of-a-kind guest experiences.

In this insightful interview, Jigar and Dil Patel, Project Development Directors at Jit Group, share the journey and vision behind the establishment of the Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi, part of the prestigious MGallery Collection. The discussion highlights the Patel brothers’ deep-rooted passion for hospitality, their innovative approach to sustainable luxury, and the unique design elements that set their boutique hotel apart in Nairobi’s vibrant and growing hospitality sector. Their commitment to excellence, sustainability, and creating memorable guest experiences shines through as they discuss the hotel’s development, its distinctive features, and future plans.