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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.

A spacious atrium with a central seating area, a palm tree, and directional signs for rooms and meeting rooms.

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

1. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Kilimani, 1.6 km from University of Nairobi

Susan

￥22,484

￥32,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel lobby with a central water feature and a sign reading "JW MARRIOTT".

A modern hotel room with a sofa, coffee table, armchair, and dining table. A large window offers a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a central fountain, a wooden ceiling, and a large glass entrance.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and outdoor seating.

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

Westlands, 1.1 km from University of Nairobi

Autumn

￥33,270

￥41,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large glass wall, and a unique light installation.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, glass walls, and a wooden floor.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large chandelier, and a glass wall offering a view of the interior.

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

3. Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

Kilimani, 1.1 km from University of Nairobi

Fiona

￥24,226

￥30,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and large windows.

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape during sunset.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a checkered floor, and a city view through large windows.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and metal railings, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a clear sky.

4. Broadwalk Residency

Westlands, 1.1 km from University of Nairobi

Leanne

￥21,756

￥25,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and a glass railing.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and large glass doors leading to an outdoor area.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, wooden paneling, and large glass doors leading outside.

A buffet area with various food items and a view of mountains through large windows.

5. Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands

Westlands, 1.3 km from University of Nairobi

Jimmy

￥25,334

￥31,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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 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.

6. Nairobi Serena Hotel

Kilimani, 1 km from University of Nairobi

Hyunsik

￥28,468

￥33,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A cozy lounge area with red sofas, small round tables, and decorative lanterns.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture.

A swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A hotel with a rooftop terrace featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas.

7. Villa Rosa Kempinski

Westlands, 0.9 km from University of Nairobi

Telvin Amollo

￥28,501

￥35,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

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

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a central wooden panel structure, a patterned carpet, and a decorative ceiling light fixture.

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

8. Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi

Westlands, 1.1 km from University of Nairobi

Kamal

￥27,031

￥33,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and a pool.

9. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.9 km from University of Nairobi

Elizabeth

￥9,338

￥11,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

A hotel with multiple floors, a well-maintained garden, and a large tree in the center.

10. Fairmont The Norfolk

Nairobi Central, 0.2 km from University of Nairobi

Marci

￥24,493

￥31,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

Nairobi Central Business District, 1.2 km from University of Nairobi

Paul

￥24,627

￥31,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa with plaid cushions, and a small ottoman.

A balcony with artificial grass, wicker chairs, and a table set with glasses and bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies with green plants and a visible sign for 'Crossroad Plaza'.

12. The Crossroads Hotel Westlands

Westlands, 1.1 km from University of Nairobi

Pedro Miguel

￥9,824

￥11,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of trees and buildings.

A dining area with a table, chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, two sofas, a chair, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, and a door leading to another room.

13. Lantern Serviced Apartments

Ngara West, 0.8 km from University of Nairobi

Christopher

￥2,968

￥3,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a TV.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa with orange cushions, a coffee table, and a kitchen area visible through an open doorway.

A modern kitchen with a coffee maker, microwave, and refrigerator. There is a dining area with a sofa and a vase of flowers.

14. Shangrila Residency

Westlands, 1.4 km from University of Nairobi

Jean

￥10,677

￥12,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

An outdoor restaurant area with a covered seating area, a pathway, and greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A dining table set with a martini glass, a cocktail, salt and pepper shakers, cutlery, and a napkin.

A modern staircase with wooden railings and pendant lights.

15. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central, 0.1 km from University of Nairobi

Mark

￥7,739

￥9,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A modern hotel building with a prominent vertical glass facade and a landscaped entrance area with a water feature.

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

16. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.8 km from University of Nairobi

Charles

￥17,813

￥21,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A traditional interior with ornate wall decorations, a red sofa with multiple cushions, a wooden chair, and a coffee table.

An indoor swimming pool with a water fountain, palm trees, and a bar area with people.

A restaurant with wooden furniture and a view of the street.

17. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Kilimani, 1.5 km from University of Nairobi

Vishnu Bharadwaj

￥9,143

￥11,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 room with a wardrobe containing hanging clothes, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with patterned curtains.

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

18. Affordable furnished studio apartment

Ngara, 0.8 km from University of Nairobi

Vishnu

￥2,927

￥3,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a mural.

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

19. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.5 km from University of Nairobi

David

￥11,126

￥14,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling panels, multiple dining areas, and a mix of seating options including tables and booths.

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a city view.

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

20. Hotel Mokka City

Nairobi Central Business District, 1.2 km from University of Nairobi

Hasim

￥8,566

￥10,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Nairobi

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG	10.0 Exceptional 44 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi	9.6 Exceptional 145 reviews	View
Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum	9.4 Exceptional 315 reviews	View
Broadwalk Residency	9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands	9.4 Exceptional 124 reviews	View

Top University of Nairobi Hotel Reviews

Heri Heights Hotel Apartments, SureStay Collection by BW

8/10 Good

"Don't think of this as a hotel, think of this a furnished apartment with housekeeping. Great setting on the side of a hill with a bridge between buildings and a winding path below. Front desk was helpful and provided me with a temporary room to "crash" in while my actual room was being finished. The breakfast buffet was not huge, but there is no need for 100 items on a buffet, when 20 solid choices will do. If you are a picky traveller, do note that there is not air conditioning. For the rest of us, do note that there are plenty of trees and breezes; my room stayed comfortable the whole time I was there. This is not a new property, but it is in good shape [it has a few dents and dings, just like all of us get as we age :) ]. So the big question, would I stay here again? Yes."

Iconic Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Z"

Kije Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I recommend this hotel to everyone. The staff are amazing - Lidia, Caleb, Colin and everyone else whose names I didn't find out. The chefs, waiters, housekeeping were all amazing. Kije Place is in a great location, the food is wonderful and it's also great value for money. It's definitely one of the best hotels I have stayed in for a long time. Above everything though, it's the people who work there who are welcoming, kind, helpful and respectful - they are the best of Nairobi, and I hope the management and ownership treat them well. Thank you!"

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"

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."

Lotos Inn & Suites, Nairobi

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Lovely staff at desk and restaurant"

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."

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spacious and clean. The receptionist always wore a smile on her face and was of great help. There is no hair dryer or ironing board in the room which I missed having."

Other attractions near University of Nairobi

City Market

8.0/10 (144 reviews)

During your trip to Nairobi, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at City Market. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.

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Kenya National Theatre

8.4/10 (34 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Kenya National Theatre during your trip to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts during your stay in Nairobi.

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Nairobi National Museum

8.6/10 (45 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Nairobi National Museum in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Jeevanjee Gardens

6.6/10 (19 reviews)

After visiting Jeevanjee Gardens, 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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Central Park

8.2/10 (24 reviews)

After visiting Central Park, 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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Tom Mboya Statue

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

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Nairobi Gallery

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nairobi Gallery during your travels in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its safari tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Nairobi?

University of Nairobi 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 450 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near University of Nairobi?

Adjacent to University of Nairobi, Fairmont The Norfolk is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices within a short distance include Nairobi Serena Hotel and JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of Nairobi?

Expedia has 450 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Nairobi.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Nairobi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near University of Nairobi.

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What can I see and do near University of Nairobi?

You'll want to browse the collections at African Heritage House, Nairobi National Museum, and Nairobi Gallery. Spend some time wandering around Uhuru Park, Karura Forest, and Jeevanjee Gardens. Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts, Arboretum, and Nairobi Railway Museum are some favorites close by University of Nairobi.

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Our top choices for University of Nairobi hotels

1. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

2. JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

3. Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

4. Broadwalk Residency

5. Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands

6. Nairobi Serena Hotel

7. Villa Rosa Kempinski

8. Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi

9. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

10. Fairmont The Norfolk

11. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

12. The Crossroads Hotel Westlands

13. Lantern Serviced Apartments

14. Shangrila Residency

15. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

16. Iconic Plaza Hotel

17. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

18. Affordable furnished studio apartment

19. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

20. Hotel Mokka City

Compare popular hotels close to University of Nairobi

Top University of Nairobi Hotel Reviews

Heri Heights Hotel Apartments, SureStay Collection by BW

Iconic Plaza Hotel

Kije Place Hotel

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

Lotos Inn & Suites, Nairobi

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Other attractions near University of Nairobi

City Market

Kenya National Theatre

Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts

Nairobi National Museum

Jeevanjee Gardens

Central Park

Tom Mboya Statue

Nairobi Gallery

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