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Our top choices for Nairobi Central Business District hotels

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central decorative structure, and hanging plants.

1. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (849 reviews)
"The hotel was just perfect for my 5 nights stay."
United States
Erastus
The price is P9,743
P12,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a security checkpoint, and a well-maintained garden area.

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, (1,003 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 P3,708
P4,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
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 Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Busy area but hotel has amazing helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Idan
The price is P1,163
P1,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Citywall Hotel
A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a red headboard, and a white canopy.

4. 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 P1,532
P1,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
New Urbane Hotel
A pool area with a lounge chair and a table, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

5. 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 P2,247
P2,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Kenya Comfort Suites
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and red bedspreads. There are white curtains and a wooden headboard.

6. 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 P1,248
P1,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Decasa Hotel
A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by a high-rise building.

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)
"Located in the CBD was what I needed and the hotel was perfect. "
United States
Richard
The price is P3,532
P4,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
A rooftop terrace with wooden furniture, a view of the city skyline, and a building with a distinctive logo.

8. 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 P2,067
P2,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Kenya Comfort Hotel
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
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and the breakfast was great."
United States
Rume
The price is P2,758
P3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Kije Place Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom, a desk with a chair, and a small table with fruits.

10. Hotel Mokka City

Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"It was ok"
United States
Hasim
The price is P3,822
P4,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Hotel Mokka City
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
6.4 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 P2,482
P2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Lagos Hotel
A room with a rock wall, a hanging light fixture, and a large terracotta pot with a plant.

12. 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 P2,912
P3,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Marble Arch Hotel
A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple balconies, and a decorative ceiling mural.

13. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel
4.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Charles
The price is P5,844
P6,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Iconic Plaza Hotel
A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies and a modern architectural design.

14. 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, (260 reviews)
"Comfortable bed and clean rooms."
United States
David
The price is P4,449
P5,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

15. 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 P1,666
P1,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Embassy
A multi-level interior with a balcony, indoor plants, and a tiled floor.

16. New Swanga Guest House

New Swanga Guest House
2.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Good for a short stay in the CBD, good price for the area, secure room, inexpensive bottled water in lobby, free breakfast. "
Ireland
Anonymous traveler
The price is P1,118
P1,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
New Swanga Guest House
A multi-story hotel with a pool area.

17. SNL Hotel & Gardens

SNL Hotel & Gardens
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"My arrival got off to a complicated start, at reception my reservation and room weren't checked and I was given the key to a budget room, I declined that and was shown another room which was budget with a TV, which I said this isn't the room I've prepaid for, the hotel staff didn't seem to believe I'd booked a executive pool view room until I showed them my booking and receipt that I'd prepaid, I was eventually given the right room with the intervention of a staff member Joyce because I told her...
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is P2,542
P3,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
SNL Hotel & Gardens
A reception area with a wooden counter, a staircase to the left, and a light fixture above.

18. Sunway Hotel Nairobi - YOHOH

Sunway Hotel Nairobi - YOHOH
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Good"
United States
ROLISCH VOLTAIRE
The price is P1,916
P3,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Sunway Hotel Nairobi - YOHOH
A restaurant with a brick wall, a long counter, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

19. Hotel Mercury

Hotel Mercury
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
5.0 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"Location impressive. Easy access to transport. Lively atmosphere and wonderfully for sports fans. "
United States
Harold
The price is P1,294
P1,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Mercury
A dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows with views of greenery, and hanging macramé decorations.

20. Maanzoni 680 hotel

Maanzoni 680 hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"직원들은 친절해요 에어컨설비는 없어서 힘들었지만 동절기 투숙은 괜찮아요"
South Korea
Chanwook
The price is P5,054
P5,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Maanzoni 680 hotel
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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
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
849 reviews
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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
1,003 reviews
View
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
46 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
8.4
Very good
7 reviews
View
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
8.0
Very good
12 reviews
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Where to stay in Nairobi Central Business District

Find the best Nairobi Central Business District 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 cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a large park with a lake, and boats on the water.
Photo by Kenya Tourism Board
Open Photo by Kenya Tourism Board

Nairobi Central

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

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.

Top Nairobi Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

10/10 Excellent
"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!"
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

What is Nairobi Central Business District like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Nairobi's Nairobi Central Business District neighborhood. Be sure to check out National Archives and City Hall as part of your Nairobi Central Business District travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Nairobi Central Business District?
Based on our traveler 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 neighborhood include Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel and Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi.
How many hotels will I be able 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 181 Nairobi Central Business District hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nairobi Central Business District, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Nairobi Central Business District.
What is there to do in this Nairobi neighborhood?
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 neighborhood, 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.