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Our top choices for Nairobi 5-star hotels

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, ornate chandeliers, and a variety of baked goods displayed on tables.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple floors.
A room with large windows, a dining area with yellow chairs, and a view of greenery outside.
A lobby with wooden pillars, a central statue, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

1. Nairobi Serena Hotel

Nairobi Serena Hotel
Kilimani
United States
Hyunsik
£161
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nairobi Serena Hotel
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a large sectional sofa, and a decorative hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV displaying 'What a welcome'.
A hotel with a large swimming pool, outdoor seating areas, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple dining tables, and a distinctive circular glass structure.

2. Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Nairobi West
United States
Nkpoikanna-Abasi
£145
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
A modern building with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and a glass facade.
A modern bar area with a central counter, bar stools, and large windows offering a city view.
A modern dining area with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a pool table, and a bar area with stools.

3. Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
Highridge
United States
Dana
£147
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
A conference room with rows of chairs, a podium, and a carpeted floor.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern building entrance with a covered walkway, marble columns, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A modern interior with a central staircase, geometric wall art, and a unique ceiling design.

4. Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG
Embakasi
Canada
Lachlan
£134
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG
A waterfall in a landscaped area with large rocks and greenery, surrounded by modern buildings.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window.
A spacious lobby with wicker sofas, a bar area, and a large TV screen.
A modern interior with a long row of blue chairs, a wooden floor, and large windows offering a city view.

5. Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill
Upper Hill
United States
Sandra
£137
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill
A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with fruits and flowers, and a view of surrounding buildings and trees.
A hotel with multiple floors, a well-maintained garden, and a large tree in the center.
A spacious bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and a variety of glassware on display.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative plants.

6. Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk
Nairobi Central
United States
Marci
£150
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Fairmont The Norfolk
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large glass wall, and a unique light installation.
A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.
A rooftop bar with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and modern architecture.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large chandelier, and a glass wall offering a view of the interior.

7. Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum
Kilimani
Singapore
Fiona
£162
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum
A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a pool, and a clear view of the ocean.
A rooftop terrace with seating areas, tables, and a view of the landscape.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a view of the landscape, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant with colorful chairs and tables, a central plant, and a wooden wall with shelves.

8. Emara Ole-sereni

Emara Ole-sereni
Nairobi West
United States
Kayla
£160
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Emara Ole-sereni
A cozy lounge area with red sofas, small round tables, and decorative lanterns.
A hotel with a rooftop terrace featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas.
A glass table with candles, fruit bowls, and two glasses of wine.
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture.

9. Villa Rosa Kempinski

Villa Rosa Kempinski
Westlands
United States
Telvin Amollo
£161
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Villa Rosa Kempinski
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a modern building with a glass facade.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and potted plants.
A bar with various cocktails and bottles of liquor.
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging plants, and a unique ceiling design.

10. Tribe Hotel

Tribe Hotel
Gigiri
United States
Emmanuel
£256
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Tribe Hotel
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central decorative structure, and hanging plants.
A bar area with a wooden counter, leather bar stools, and various bottles and glasses.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables set for dining, overlooking a city skyline at dusk.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on each floor, a central courtyard, and a parking area with multiple cars.

11. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
Nairobi Central
United Kingdom
Paul
£150
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
A modern interior with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with a view of lush greenery.
A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a bar area, and comfortable seating.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of a forest through large windows.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

12. Kwetu Nairobi, Curio Collection By Hilton

Kwetu Nairobi, Curio Collection By Hilton
Kitisuru
United States
Virginia
£169
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kwetu Nairobi, Curio Collection By Hilton
A modern lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and decorative elements like vases and plants.
A spacious lounge with modern furniture, large windows offering city views, and a unique stained glass partition.
A couple lying on a bed with a magazine, a tray with breakfast, and a window with a view of trees.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

13. Novotel Nairobi Westlands

Novotel Nairobi Westlands
Spring Valley
United States
Tejeshwer
£97
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Novotel Nairobi Westlands
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and a glass railing.
A buffet area with various food items and a view of mountains through large windows.
A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, wooden paneling, and large glass doors leading outside.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and large glass doors leading to an outdoor area.

14. Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands
Westlands
United States
Diane
£149
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands
A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with curtains.
A large, two-story house with a stone facade, a well-maintained lawn, and a small pond.
Pool
A spacious atrium with a central seating area, a palm tree, and directional signs for rooms and meeting rooms.

15. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG
Kilimani
United States
Susan
£157
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG
A modern bar area with seating, hanging lights, and greenery.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, wooden reception desk, and a large mirror reflecting the space.
A rooftop pool area with a green vertical garden wall, lounge seating, and a clear view of the city skyline.
A well-lit outdoor area with a large planter, a water feature, and a modern building with a visible entrance.

16. Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection

Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection
Highridge
United States
Dale
£153
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection
A swimming pool with a horse statue, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple floors and balconies.
A gym with treadmills, a rowing machine, and a stationary bike, with large windows offering a city view.
A dining area with a city view, a long table, and chairs.
A spacious lobby with a central red carpet, large columns, and a modern ceiling design.

17. Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi

Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi
Highridge
United States
Dinesh
£89
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi
A nighttime pool area with palm trees and lounge chairs, surrounded by modern buildings.
A spacious lounge with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a large decorative rug.
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a grand staircase, and a high ceiling with modern lighting fixtures.
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, marble flooring, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

18. Glee Nairobi

Glee Nairobi
Nairobi
United States
Emily
£143
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Glee Nairobi
A modern building with a curved glass facade, a central atrium with a glass ceiling, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a sign that reads "POOL".
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central island with food and drinks, and a view of the sky through the glass structure.
A modern atrium with a glass dome ceiling, large windows, and a central sculpture.

19. The Boma Nairobi

The Boma Nairobi
Nairobi West
United States
Etoroabasi
£77
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Boma Nairobi
A spacious lobby with a glass ceiling, seating area, and indoor plants.
A bar area with a circular bar counter, multiple seating arrangements, and a city view.
A restaurant with round tables, wicker chairs, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with pink chairs, and a water feature.

20. Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi - MGallery Collection

Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi - MGallery Collection
Gigiri
United States
Kechia
£106
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi - MGallery Collection
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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a large park with a lake, and boats on the water.
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Top Nairobi Hotel Reviews

Nairobi Serena Hotel

Nairobi Serena Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The bar was great and the drinks selection was very good"
david 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Nairobi Serena Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a beautiful hotel, very well maintained and with excellent amenities. We have stayed at the Radisson blu , upper hill twice within a short period of time and found the service provided by all staff, the food and the ambience to be impeccable. It’s become our favourite hotel to stay in Nairobi. Highly recommended!"
Shahidah 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

10/10 Excellent
"Hyatt Westlands: Great Staff and a Convenient Base I had a really good stay at the Hyatt Westlands. The standout was the staff, who were helpful and friendly from check-in to checkout and were always happy to assist with any request. The location is excellent, well placed for getting around and with plenty of options close by, which made the whole stay easy and stress-free. The gym was another highlight. It was well equipped and a great way to keep up my routine while travelling. Overall, this is a great choice for a comfortable stay with attentive service and good facilities in a convenient spot. I'd happily stay again. Rating: 4.5/5"
Manjeet 10-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Staff is very warm, kind and helpful, The food is very good and the service is exceptional. Installations are cleaned and well maintained. The only thing is the quality of the coffee, which needs to be improved to match the high level of other beverage and food items."
Jose M 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

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