The Best Hotels Closest to City Square in Nairobi for 2026

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

An indoor dining area with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and a view of buildings through an arched doorway.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and a pool.

A multi-level atrium with a central courtyard featuring a water feature, seating areas, and potted plants.

1. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.8 km from City Square

Samuel

NT$1,869

NT$2,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A spacious lobby with a curved reception desk, a seating area, and a large window with a view.

A pathway leading to a building with a glass facade, surrounded by greenery and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of trees, and a kitchen area with modern appliances.

A modern building with a glass facade, a well-maintained garden with a large planter, and a clear night sky.

2. Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

Kilimani, 1.5 km from City Square

Jonathan

NT$1,921

NT$2,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A courtyard with tables arranged in a grid pattern, surrounded by balconies with plants and flowers.

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.

3. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.4 km from City Square

Erastus

NT$4,525

NT$5,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and hanging lanterns.

4. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Kilimani, 1.4 km from City Square

Susan

NT$4,493

NT$6,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with fruits and flowers, and a view of surrounding buildings and trees.

A spacious bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging light fixtures, and a variety of glassware on display.

A grand lobby with a piano, plush seating, and a 'CIN CIN' sign.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative plants.

5. Fairmont The Norfolk

Nairobi Central, 1.2 km from City Square

Marci

NT$5,562

NT$7,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, ornate chandeliers, and a variety of baked goods displayed on tables.

A lobby with wooden pillars, a central statue, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A restaurant with wooden walls, large windows, and hanging lamps. Tables are set with orange napkins and chairs.

A room with large windows, a dining area with yellow chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

6. Nairobi Serena Hotel

Kilimani, 0.9 km from City Square

Luke

NT$5,068

NT$5,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern interior with round tables, wooden chairs, a mural, and a TV on the wall.

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and large windows.

A modern office space with a large glass wall, a blue and white target decoration, and several wooden chairs and tables.

7. Mercure Nairobi Upper Hill

Upper Hill, 1.6 km from City Square

james

NT$3,120

NT$3,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a table. There are decorative items on the walls and hanging plants.

A restaurant with a booth seating area, potted plants, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of buildings and greenery.

8. Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill

Upper Hill, 1.6 km from City Square

Manuela

NT$3,658

NT$4,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a small table, a refrigerator, a stove, and a wall with a tree branch mural.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.

A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and a shelf with toiletries.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a single bed, and a small dining table.

9. Affordable furnished studio apartment

Ngara, 1 km from City Square

Vishnu

NT$587

NT$693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a white rug, and a view of the beach through the window.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a painting of a landscape on the wall.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a wooden table, chairs, a kettle, and a cabinet.

10. Kije Place Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.7 km from City Square

Rume

NT$1,405

NT$1,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by a high-rise building.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, comfortable chairs, a laptop on a desk, and a large window with curtains.

A high-rise building with multiple floors, featuring a mix of brick and glass facades.

11. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.6 km from City Square

Richard

NT$1,781

NT$2,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A pool area with a lounge chair and a table, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A covered walkway with steps leading to a building entrance, surrounded by greenery and a decorative ceiling light.

A covered outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by potted plants and a large window.

12. Kenya Comfort Suites

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.9 km from City Square

Ankit

NT$1,132

NT$1,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern hotel with a large pool, a wellness center, and a balcony with glass railings.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern hotel with a large glass facade, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a vanity with a sink.

13. Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Kilimani, 1.3 km from City Square

Jeannie

NT$4,196

NT$5,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

A plate of food with beef, vegetables, and bread on a wooden table.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden finish, a clock, and a sign indicating the hotel is an embassy.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a frosted glass door.

14. Hotel Embassy

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.6 km from City Square

John

NT$840

NT$991 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A multi-level atrium with a central spiral staircase, multiple balconies, and a decorative ceiling mural.

A modern living room with a TV mounted on a wooden panel wall, a coffee table with a vase, a sofa, and a chair.

A flag with "ICONIC HOTEL" text, a paved area with a circular design, and a building with illuminated windows in the background.

A modern interior with a green sofa, wooden tables, and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling with linear lighting.

15. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.7 km from City Square

Charles

NT$2,946

NT$3,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies and a modern architectural design.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a desk, and a fan.

A lobby with a circular water feature, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A person running on a treadmill in a gym with multiple treadmills and a control panel.

16. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.9 km from City Square

David

NT$2,166

NT$2,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom, a desk with a chair, and a small table with fruits.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a city view.

A modern office space with a sofa, chairs, a small table with fruit, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

17. Hotel Mokka City

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.5 km from City Square

Hasim

NT$1,926

NT$2,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A multi-story residential building with balconies, a swimming pool, and well-maintained gardens with palm trees.

A residential complex with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a swimming pool.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa set, and a coffee table.

18. Norfolk Towers Serviced Apartments

Nairobi Central, 1.5 km from City Square

Aloice

NT$1,790

NT$2,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with a rock wall, a hanging light fixture, and a large terracotta pot with a plant.

A dining area with tables set for four, green chairs, and a large potted plant in the center.

A balcony with a checkered floor, a wicker chair, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom.

19. Marble Arch Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.7 km from City Square

ERICK

NT$1,468

NT$1,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a pool.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a white sofa with patterned cushions in the living area.

A hotel room with two beds, a dark headboard, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area with chairs.

20. LONGONOT PLACE SUITES - Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central, 1.3 km from City Square

Regina

NT$2,064

NT$2,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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Compare popular hotels close to City Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill	9.2 Wonderful 324 reviews	View
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi	9.2 Wonderful 844 reviews	View
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG	10.0 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Fairmont The Norfolk	9.2 Wonderful 228 reviews	View

Top City Square Hotel Reviews

Nairobi Serena Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was amazing. The hotel was very clean and staff very helpful. Loved it"

Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Upgraded room offered additional space for unwell guest. Wonderful staff trying to make everything perfect. Great job. Beautiful gardens. A lovely, heavenly respite in busy Nairobi."

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Iconic Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel"

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

10/10 Excellent

"Very thoughtful and warm hospitality. They even surprised me with a birthday cake while the staff sang beautiful birthday song for me. They are the best. Thank you Sarova Stanley"

Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill

8/10 Good

"Pretty average chain hotel. Seems to have had a refresh."

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

10/10 Excellent

"All was good at the Heron Hotel."

Other attractions near City Square

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

8.4/10 (178 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Kenyatta International Convention Centre during your trip to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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City Hall

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

After visiting City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Maasai Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Maasai Market during your stay in Nairobi.

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Kenyatta Mausoleum

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Kenyatta Mausoleum, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Times Tower

6.8/10 (6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Nairobi with a stop at Times Tower. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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National Assembly Building

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

National Assembly Building is just one of the places to see in Nairobi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Teleposta Towers

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Nairobi when you take a trip to Teleposta Towers. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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National Archives

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

National Archives is just one of the places to see in Nairobi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Square?

City Square is located in an area of Nairobi known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 367 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to City Square?

Adjacent to City Square, Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices close by include Nairobi Serena Hotel and Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel.

How many hotels will I find close to City Square?

Expedia has 367 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from City Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near City Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near City Square?

For more information about updating your stay near City Square or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near City Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at African Heritage House, Nairobi National Museum, or Nairobi Gallery. Spend some time wandering around Uhuru Park, Karura Forest, and Arboretum. Nairobi Railway Museum, Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts, and The GoDown Arts Centre are some favorites close by City Square.

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Our top choices for City Square hotels

1. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

2. Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

3. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

4. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

5. Fairmont The Norfolk

6. Nairobi Serena Hotel

7. Mercure Nairobi Upper Hill

8. Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill

9. Affordable furnished studio apartment

10. Kije Place Hotel

11. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

12. Kenya Comfort Suites

13. Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

14. Hotel Embassy

15. Iconic Plaza Hotel

16. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

17. Hotel Mokka City

18. Norfolk Towers Serviced Apartments

19. Marble Arch Hotel

20. LONGONOT PLACE SUITES - Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Compare popular hotels close to City Square

Top City Square Hotel Reviews

Nairobi Serena Hotel

Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Iconic Plaza Hotel

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Other attractions near City Square

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

City Hall

Maasai Market

Kenyatta Mausoleum

Times Tower

National Assembly Building

Teleposta Towers

National Archives

Frequently asked questions