Nairobi · Kenya
Where to Stay in Westlands, Nairobi
A major commercial and entertainment district just north of the CBD, packed with restaurants, bars and offices.
✦ The vibe
Upbeat, modern and cosmopolitan; feels like a mini-city with high-rises and a lively after-work scene.
👤 Best for
Business travellers, young professionals, nightlife seekers, couples wanting a central but more polished base.
🏨 Where to stay
A mix of international chain hotels (Sarova, Hilton Garden Inn) and boutique apartments; typically £70-150 a night.
🚇 Getting around
Walkable within Westlands, but you'll need Uber or matatus to reach the CBD or airport. 15-20 mins by taxi to CBD; 30-45 mins to Jomo Kenyatta.
📍 Nearby
The Sarit Centre (shopping mall), Karura Forest (a short drive north for walking trails).
Best hotels in Westlands
18 hotels ranked by how close they are to Westlands
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands
422 m from Westlands
38 Muthithi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
441 m from Westlands
PRH5+VMC, Chiromo Ln, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Villa Rosa Kempinski
605 m from Westlands
Chiromo Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Mövenpick Nairobi Hotel & Residences
1.1 km from Westlands
Mkungu Cl, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection
1.2 km from Westlands
05 Woodvale Grv, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Fairmont The Norfolk
1.3 km from Westlands
Harry Thuku Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Jacaranda Hotel
1.3 km from Westlands
Woodvale Cl, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum
1.4 km from Westlands
Arboretum Dr, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands
1.5 km from Westlands
Rhapta Road, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Kahama Hotel
1.6 km from Westlands
Murang'a Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
1.6 km from Westlands
University Wy, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Kenya Comfort Hotel
1.7 km from Westlands
Muindi Mbingu Street, Off Monrovia St, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Sislink Hotel
1.8 km from Westlands
Kirinyaga Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
1.8 km from Westlands
6th Muranga Road, Off Moi Ave, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →INKS HOTEL
2.2 km from Westlands
Latema Junction, River Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Lagos Hotel
2.2 km from Westlands
Lagos Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Nairobi Serena Hotel
2.2 km from Westlands
Kenyatta Ave, Nairobi, Kenya
View intelligence briefing →Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
2.2 km from Westlands
Junction Of Kenyatta Avenue and, Kimathi St, Nairobi, Kenya
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