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Our top choices for Nairobi Central Business District hotels

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables set for dining, overlooking a city skyline at dusk.

1. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (868 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and hospitable, hotel room was very clean and spacious, and the restaurant was delicious"
United States
Syed
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and a pool.

2. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good to stay in Nairobi"
Canada
Julieta
The price is S$89
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and window with curtains.

3. Bonds Hotel Nairobi

Bonds Hotel Nairobi
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
The price is S$62
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Bonds Hotel Nairobi
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom, a desk with a chair, and a small table with fruits.

4. Hotel Mokka City

Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (48 reviews)
"It was ok"
United States
Hasim
The price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Mokka City
A hotel room with two beds, each with a canopy bedspread and pillows. There is a nightstand with a phone and a small table between the beds.

5. Marble Arch Hotel

Marble Arch Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (51 reviews)
"Clean and good service"
United Kingdom
ERICK
The price is S$67
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Marble Arch Hotel
A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies and a modern architectural design.

6. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (274 reviews)
"The hotel is good and clean but the mattress is very old."
United States
JAMES
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple balconies, and a decorative ceiling mural.

7. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel
4.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Charles
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Iconic Plaza Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the city.

8. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Malama
The price is S$81
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a white rug, and a view of the beach through the window.

9. Kije Place Hotel

Kije Place Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and the breakfast was great."
United States
Rume
The price is S$81
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Kije Place Hotel
A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a red headboard, and a white canopy.

10. New Urbane Hotel

New Urbane Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"I really like this stay there was definitely A1, I do wish they had other provisions and I would have stayed such as a microwave oven a mini refrigerator. A very good hotel I really did like it. However sleeping was difficult at night because of outside noise."
United States
David
The price is S$35
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
New Urbane Hotel
A bedroom with a large bed, a mural on the wall, and a shower area.

11. Lagos Hotel

Lagos Hotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
6.6 out of 10, (31 reviews)
"I found the Lagos really accommodating to my needs, It was early morning when I checked in with no issues and the staff were very helpful, clean room, and very welcoming friendly staff and it was very central to Nairobi..."
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is S$61
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Lagos Hotel
A hotel reception desk with a wooden finish, a clock, and a sign indicating the hotel is an embassy.

12. Hotel Embassy

Hotel Embassy
2.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (79 reviews)
" Very nice and clean hotel great food and AMAZING staff "
United States
John
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hotel Embassy
A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows with views of greenery, and hanging macramé decorations.

13. Maanzoni 680 hotel

Maanzoni 680 hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"Very good location. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Rooms recently redecorated, clean and comfortable. Restaurant was very slow at lunch and dinner which meant we sometimes went out. Breakfast had diverse options and efficient. Overall highly recommended as a good value hotel in the city centre."
United Kingdom
David
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Maanzoni 680 hotel
A bed with patterned bedding, a headboard with a decorative design, and a wall with a framed picture.

14. Citywall Hotel

Citywall Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Busy area but hotel has amazing helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Idan
The price is S$31
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Citywall Hotel
A reception desk with two staff members, a clock, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. Sandton Palace Hotel

Sandton Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
The price is S$60
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Sandton Palace Hotel
A pool area with a lounge chair and a table, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

16. Kenya Comfort Suites

Kenya Comfort Suites
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (81 reviews)
"Good room very comfortable along with proactive staff made our stay wonderful.."
United States
Ankit
The price is S$54
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kenya Comfort Suites
A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a potted plant.

17. Hotel Ambassadeur

Hotel Ambassadeur
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
3.8 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"Noisiest"
United States
Cecil
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Ambassadeur
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a grid-like facade and large windows.

18. Oakwood Hotel

Oakwood Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
6.6 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"Authentic old hotel, with all historic features. Maybe not the latest modern facilities, but unique it is original style. Perfectly located in the old city centre"
United States
Paulus
Oakwood Hotel
A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture, a view of the city skyline, and a building with a distinctive logo.

19. Kenya Comfort Hotel

Kenya Comfort Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (202 reviews)
"Good located good service, clean room etc"
Sweden
Jan
The price is S$49
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Kenya Comfort Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and red bedspreads. There are white curtains and a wooden headboard.

20. Decasa Hotel

Decasa Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
6.4 out of 10, (40 reviews)
"De Casa was a great choice for us as we had a 4.30am bus out to Tanzania. It’s a nice sanctuary in a really busy rough area of Nairobi. We ate at the restaurant so we didn’t have to go out on the street and the meal was good"
Australia
Ann
The price is S$30
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Decasa Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Nairobi Central Business District

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables set for dining, overlooking a city skyline at dusk.
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
868 reviews
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An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and a pool.
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple balconies, and a decorative ceiling mural.
Iconic Plaza Hotel
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
15 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom, a desk with a chair, and a small table with fruits.
Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
8.2
Very good
48 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a white rug, and a view of the beach through the window.
Kije Place Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
15 reviews
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Where to stay in Nairobi Central Business District

Find the best Nairobi Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a dense urban layout.

Westlands

The restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westlands. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall.

A city skyline with tall buildings, a lake reflecting the structures, and a park with trees.

Kilimani

Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.

A colonial-style house with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees.

Karen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Karen. You might want to make time for a stop at The Hub Karen or Karen Blixen Museum.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a large park with a lake, and boats on the water.
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Nairobi Central

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central, City Market and National Archives are top sights worth seeing.

A tower silhouetted against a sunset sky with clouds.

Embakasi

If you're spending some time in Embakasi, The Imaara Shopping Mall and Southfield Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nairobi Central Business District like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nairobi's Nairobi Central Business District neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit National Archives and City Hall as part of your Nairobi Central Business District travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Nairobi Central Business District?

Based on our traveller data, Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Nairobi Central Business District. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel and Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Nairobi Central Business District?

If you're searching for places to stay in Nairobi, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 180 Nairobi Central Business District hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nairobi Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Nairobi Central Business District.

What is there to do in this Nairobi neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Nairobi Central Business District with a visit to Uhuru Park and Jeevanjee Gardens. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, National Archives and City Hall are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Nairobi Central Business District include Maasai Market, City Square and Tom Mboya Statue. When you're sightseeing in Nairobi, City Market and Teleposta Towers are also worth a stop.

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