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Nairobi Hotel Guide. Hotels in Nairobi Central Business District, Nairobi, Kenya

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Our top choices for Nairobi Central Business District hotels

Front of property

1. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great staff, awesome breakfast."
United States
KELVIN
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (834 reviews)
"The hotel was just perfect for my 5 nights stay."
United States
Erastus
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
Interior detail

3. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"Nothing but great things to say about my stay. Rooms were impeccable, service was 100%. Would stay there again without a doubt. Location is great for pick up for tours in the area, easy walking distance to markets and just a beautiful building inside and out. The lady at the front desk and the manger on duty were extremely helpful and just nice people."
Canada
Byron
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Iconic Plaza Hotel
Deluxe Room

4. Hotel Mokka City

Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Good amenities, and a nice clean room. Also in a great location. Good Hotel"
United States
Diana
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Hotel Mokka City
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

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 €47
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Marble Arch Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 6 PM, pool loungers

6. Kenya Comfort Suites

Kenya Comfort Suites
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (80 reviews)
"Good room very comfortable along with proactive staff made our stay wonderful.."
United States
Ankit
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Kenya Comfort Suites
Outdoor pool

7. 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, (80 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room . Excellent location "
United States
Sanjiv
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
Front of property

8. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (248 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious. They have great breakfast in the morning."
United States
Nathan
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | City view

9. 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 €27
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Embassy
Reception

10. Sandton Palace Hotel

Sandton Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Sandton Palace Hotel
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. Citywall Hotel

Citywall Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
The price is €17
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Citywall Hotel
Exterior

12. 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
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Oakwood Hotel
Sun deck

13. Kenya Comfort Hotel

Kenya Comfort Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (200 reviews)
"Good located good service, clean room etc"
Sweden
Jan
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Kenya Comfort Hotel
Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

14. Decasa Hotel

Decasa Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
6.6 out of 10, (38 reviews)
"Good basic accommodation. It wasn’t fancy, but was clean, comfortable, and served its purpose."
United States
Marc
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Decasa Hotel
Exterior

15. The Clarion Hotel

The Clarion Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (58 reviews)
"Nice hotel. I would definitely stay here again"
Canada
Paul
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Clarion Hotel
Family Twin Room

16. Kije Place Hotel

Kije Place Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and the breakfast was great."
United States
Rume
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Kije Place Hotel
Restaurant

17. Maanzoni 680 hotel

Maanzoni 680 hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 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 €70
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Maanzoni 680 hotel
Design Room (Safari)

18. Lagos Hotel

Lagos Hotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
6.4 out of 10, (29 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 €45
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Lagos Hotel
Restaurant

19. Stanmar Hotel

Stanmar Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Stanmar Hotel
Interior detail

20. New Swanga Guest House

New Swanga Guest House
2.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Good for a short stay in the CBD, good price for the area, secure room, inexpensive bottled water in lobby, free breakfast. "
Ireland
Anonymous traveller
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
New Swanga Guest House
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Compare popular hotels in Nairobi Central Business District

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,008 reviews
View
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
834 reviews
View
Deluxe Room
Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
8.2
Very good
45 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3.5 star property
8.0
Very good
80 reviews
View
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | City view
Hotel Embassy
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
79 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.
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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 Nairobi National Museum or Kenya National Theatre.

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Kilimani

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

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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.

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Embakasi

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

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Nairobi West

While visiting Nairobi West, you might make a stop by sights like Nairobi National Park and Nyayo National Stadium.

Top Nairobi Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is clean and good security, good location I did not just like how the rooms are designed"
Willis 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

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 City Square and National Archives 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, Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi is one of the top choices for your stay in Nairobi Central Business District. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel and Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel.
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 179 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, City Square and National Archives are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Nairobi Central Business District include Maasai Market, City Hall and Tom Mboya Statue. When you're sightseeing in Nairobi, City Market and Teleposta Towers are also worth a stop.

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