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Our top choices for Nairobi Central hotels

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a security checkpoint, and a well-maintained garden area.

1. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Well located, clean, comfortable and well designed bedrooms, great choice for breakfast, and the team were brilliantly helpful and friendly."
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is SAR 222
SAR 262 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central decorative structure, and hanging plants.

2. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (855 reviews)
"Such a quiet hotel in the heart of downtown. Had a great nights sleep after a long flight. Lovely breakfast and terrace. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Great history too!"
United States
Karen
The price is SAR 583
SAR 746 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
A bed with patterned bedding, a headboard with a decorative design, and a wall with a framed picture.

3. Citywall Hotel

Citywall Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Busy area but hotel has amazing helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Idan
The price is SAR 58
SAR 70 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Citywall Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with fruits and flowers, and a view of surrounding buildings and trees.

4. Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"The Fairmont was amazing! We received the best service we’ve ever experienced and we travel often. Tevin was friendly and attentive and every staff member was top notch. We highly recommend staying here and wished we’d had more time. Loved our stay!"
United States
Marci
The price is SAR 581
SAR 743 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Fairmont The Norfolk
A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies and a modern architectural design.

5. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (265 reviews)
"Comfortable bed and clean rooms."
United States
David
The price is SAR 264
SAR 338 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple balconies, and a decorative ceiling mural.

6. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel
4.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Charles
The price is SAR 422
SAR 498 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Iconic Plaza Hotel
A bedroom with a large bed, a mural on the wall, and a shower area.

7. Lagos Hotel

Lagos Hotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central
6.4 out of 10, (30 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 SAR 153
SAR 180 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Lagos Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and window with curtains.

8. Bonds Hotel Nairobi

Bonds Hotel Nairobi
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
The price is SAR 146
SAR 177 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Bonds Hotel Nairobi
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and red bedspreads. There are white curtains and a wooden headboard.

9. Decasa Hotel

Decasa Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
6.6 out of 10, (38 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 SAR 73
SAR 87 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Decasa Hotel
A pool area with a lounge chair and a table, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

10. Kenya Comfort Suites

Kenya Comfort Suites
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
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 SAR 124
SAR 154 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Kenya Comfort Suites
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom, a desk with a chair, and a small table with fruits.

11. Hotel Mokka City

Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"It was ok"
United States
Hasim
The price is SAR 228
SAR 270 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hotel Mokka City
A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by a high-rise building.

12. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Malama
The price is SAR 202
SAR 238 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
An outdoor restaurant area with a covered seating area, a pathway, and greenery.

13. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"A very nice place to stay"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is SAR 200
SAR 237 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
A room with a rock wall, a hanging light fixture, and a large terracotta pot with a plant.

14. Marble Arch Hotel

Marble Arch Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (51 reviews)
"Clean and good service"
United Kingdom
ERICK
The price is SAR 246
SAR 290 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Marble Arch Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a white rug, and a view of the beach through the window.

15. Kije Place Hotel

Kije Place Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and the breakfast was great."
United States
Rume
The price is SAR 162
SAR 192 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Kije Place Hotel
A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a red headboard, and a white canopy.

16. New Urbane Hotel

New Urbane Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
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 SAR 81
SAR 97 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
New Urbane Hotel
A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture, a view of the city skyline, and a building with a distinctive logo.

17. Kenya Comfort Hotel

Kenya Comfort Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (200 reviews)
"Good located good service, clean room etc"
Sweden
Jan
The price is SAR 124
SAR 152 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Kenya Comfort Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

18. Hotel Embassy

Hotel Embassy
2.5 star property
Nairobi Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (79 reviews)
" Very nice and clean hotel great food and AMAZING staff "
United States
John
The price is SAR 100
SAR 118 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel Embassy
A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows with views of greenery, and hanging macramé decorations.

19. Maanzoni 680 hotel

Maanzoni 680 hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
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 SAR 272
SAR 321 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Maanzoni 680 hotel
A reception desk with two staff members, a clock, and a television mounted on the wall.

20. Sandton Palace Hotel

Sandton Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
The price is SAR 168
SAR 199 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Sandton Palace Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Nairobi Central

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a security checkpoint, and a well-maintained garden area.
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central decorative structure, and hanging plants.
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
855 reviews
View
A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with fruits and flowers, and a view of surrounding buildings and trees.
Fairmont The Norfolk
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
229 reviews
View
An outdoor restaurant area with a covered seating area, a pathway, and greenery.
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
83 reviews
View
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
10 reviews
View

Where to stay in Nairobi Central

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

Westlands

Restaurants, shopping, and spas are some highlights of Westlands. You might stop by Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall while you're in the area.

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 city skyline with tall buildings, including a distinctive tower with a clock and a cylindrical structure.
Photo by Kalunde Mbevi
Open Photo by Kalunde Mbevi

Kileleshwa

Kileleshwa is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Nairobi area, you might plan a trip to Yaya Centre or Sarit Centre.

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Nairobi West

While visiting Nairobi West, you might make a stop by sights like The Nextgen Mall and Nairobi National Park.

Top Nairobi Central Hotel Reviews

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

10/10 Excellent
"This is the best hotel in all of Kenya. And that’s not an understatement and yes, I’ve been to hotels all over Kenya for the last 11 years. Maybe there is a hotel that is drastically nicer and more luxurious up in the Masai Mara like the other JW Marriott in that location that’s $5000 a night or the Ritz Carlton in that area for $5000 a night but for 150-600 USD a night in Nairobi there is nothing better. The quality of the food the furnishings, pool, and all of its many other features is unparalleled. The Hyatt Regency might have a nicer gym, but the JW Marriott is superior in every other way."
David 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Nairobi Central?
Travelers to the Nairobi Central neighborhood in Nairobi will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Nairobi Central travel tips? Be sure to check out City Market and National Archives while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Nairobi Central?
Based on our traveler data, Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Nairobi Central. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel and Fairmont The Norfolk.
How many hotels are there in the Nairobi Central area?
Expedia has 257 hotels and other accommodations in Nairobi Central to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Nairobi area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nairobi Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Nairobi Central.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Nairobi Central?
To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Nairobi Central, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Nairobi neighborhood?
For cultural attractions in Nairobi Central, head to Nairobi Gallery, Kenya National Theatre, and Nairobi Railway Museum. City Market and National Archives are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Nairobi Central include Tom Mboya Statue, City Hall, and Teleposta Towers. While you're out sightseeing in Nairobi, be sure to visit other sights like Maasai Market or City Square.