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Our top choices for Nairobi Central hotels

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on each floor, a central courtyard, and a parking area with multiple cars.

1. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (872 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 AED 561
AED 718 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
An indoor dining area with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and a view of buildings through an arched doorway.

2. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good to stay in Nairobi"
Canada
Julieta
The price is AED 217
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted artwork, and a window with curtains.

3. Bonds Hotel Nairobi

Bonds Hotel Nairobi
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Recently refurbished. Excellent Shower Excellent breakfast. Surprisingly nice place in a not so nice neighborhood."
United States
Michael E
The price is AED 150
AED 180 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Bonds Hotel Nairobi
A hotel building with a sign that reads "Lagos Hotel".

4. Lagos Hotel

Lagos Hotel
4.0 star property
Nairobi Central
6.8 out of 10, (32 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 AED 149
AED 176 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lagos Hotel
A multi-story building with balconies, a central entrance with a decorative arch, and multiple flags.

5. 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 AED 66
AED 81 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Citywall 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
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (275 reviews)
"The hotel is good and clean but the mattress is very old."
United States
JAMES
The price is AED 268
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

7. Kije Place Hotel

Kije Place Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and the breakfast was great."
United States
Rume
The price is AED 196
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kije Place Hotel
A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a view through large arched windows.

8. 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 AED 162
AED 192 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Marble Arch Hotel
A hotel with multiple floors, a well-maintained garden, and a large tree in the center.

9. Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk
5.0 star property
Nairobi Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Beautiful property with excellent staff."
United States
Andrew
The price is AED 450
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Fairmont The Norfolk
A high-rise building with multiple balconies and a brick facade.

10. 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, (85 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Malama
The price is AED 198
AED 233 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD
A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple balconies, and a decorative ceiling mural.

11. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel
4.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Charles
The price is AED 372
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Iconic Plaza Hotel
An outdoor restaurant area with a covered seating area, a pathway, and greenery.

12. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (90 reviews)
"A very pleasant stay, in a very convenient location."
United Kingdom
Zachary
The price is AED 193
AED 228 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
A pool area with a lounge chair and a table, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

13. 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 AED 126
AED 156 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kenya Comfort Suites
A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a chef in uniform, and a checkered tablecloth.

14. Decasa Hotel

Decasa Hotel
3.0 star property
Nairobi Central
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 AED 72
AED 86 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Decasa Hotel
A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling panels, multiple dining areas, and a mix of seating options including tables and booths.

15. Hotel Mokka City

Hotel Mokka City
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (48 reviews)
"It was ok"
United States
Hasim
The price is AED 224
AED 264 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel Mokka City
A neatly made bed with a beige bedspread and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a curtain partially drawn to the side.

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 AED 84
AED 100 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
New Urbane Hotel
A bar area with a wooden counter, a menu stand, and a television screen in the background.

17. Kenya Comfort Hotel

Kenya Comfort Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (202 reviews)
"Good located good service, clean room etc"
Sweden
Jan
The price is AED 114
AED 140 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kenya Comfort Hotel
A conference room with a long table, chairs, water bottles, and a whiteboard.

18. Sandton Palace Hotel

Sandton Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Nairobi Central
The price is AED 146
AED 177 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Sandton Palace Hotel
A bed with a canopy, two pillows, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

19. 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 AED 97
AED 115 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Embassy
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
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 AED 260
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Maanzoni 680 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 multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on each floor, a central courtyard, and a parking area with multiple cars.
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
872 reviews
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An indoor dining area with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and a view of buildings through an arched doorway.
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
A hotel with multiple floors, a well-maintained garden, and a large tree in the center.
Fairmont The Norfolk
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
233 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
15 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
8.6
Excellent
90 reviews
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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 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.

A cityscape with modern buildings and a park with trees.

Parklands

Visitors to Parklands enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Diamond Plaza II is worth a stop.

Top Nairobi Central Hotel Reviews

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with curtains.
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG
Kilimani

10/10 Excellent

No complaints whatsoever
United States
Arnab
Reviewed September 6, 2026
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

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?

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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.