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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 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.

1. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.8 km from City Square

jeremiah

RM238

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A lush garden with a paved pathway, various plants, and a small pool area.

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

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

RM173

RM222 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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.

3. Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

Upper Hill, 1.7 km from City Square

Robert

RM479

RM599 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with curtains.

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

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.

4. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Kilimani, 1.4 km from City Square

Susan

RM598

RM869 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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

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

5. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.4 km from City Square

Erastus

RM517

RM661 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

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

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.

6. Nairobi Serena Hotel

Kilimani, 0.9 km from City Square

Luke

RM609

RM719 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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.

7. Fairmont The Norfolk

Nairobi Central, 1.2 km from City Square

Marci

RM708

RM906 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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 spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a bar counter.

8. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Kilimani, 1.7 km from City Square

Peter

RM233

RM291 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and a tropical garden.

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.

9. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central, 1.4 km from City Square

Crystal

RM368

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

A person serving food at a counter with various wooden bowls labeled with food items.

A person seated on a wicker sofa with a laptop and a glass of red drink on a table.

10. Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill

Upper Hill, 1.6 km from City Square

Kathleen

RM465

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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

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

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

11. Affordable furnished studio apartment

Ngara, 1 km from City Square

Vishnu

RM75

RM88 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

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.

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

12. Hotel Embassy

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.6 km from City Square

John

RM107

RM126 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

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

13. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.6 km from City Square

Sanjiv

RM227

RM267 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

A wooden table with a tray holding a glass pitcher, two bottles of water, and a white cup. A telephone and remote control are also on the table.

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.

14. Kije Place Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.7 km from City Square

Rume

RM215

RM254 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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.

15. Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Kilimani, 1.3 km from City Square

Jeannie

RM479

RM613 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

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

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a city view.

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

16. Hotel Mokka City

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.5 km from City Square

Hasim

RM245

RM289 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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.

17. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.9 km from City Square

David

RM330

RM423 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

18. Kenya Comfort Suites

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.9 km from City Square

Ankit

RM144

RM177 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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 swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a multi-story building in the background.

19. Norfolk Towers Serviced Apartments

Nairobi Central, 1.5 km from City Square

Aloice

RM316

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

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.

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

20. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.7 km from City Square

Omar

RM375

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to City Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill	9.2 Wonderful 318 reviews	View
Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill	9.2 Wonderful 267 reviews	View
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG	10.0 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi	9.0 Wonderful 838 reviews	View

Top City Square Hotel Reviews

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"My kids are still raving about the breakfast buffet! The food is excellent and the service is wonderful. Very kind and helpful staff. Our room was large for our family of 4 and the property and pool area area really beautuiful. The location is super convenient to the Giraffe centre and the Sheldrick rescue sanctuary. Highly recommend this hotel!"

Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing staff! The hotel, the restaurants, solid all around."

Fairmont The Norfolk

10/10 Excellent

"The Fairmont was amazing! We received the best service we’ve ever experienced and we travel often. Tevin was friendly and attentive and every staff member was top notch. We highly recommend staying here and wished we’d had more time. Loved our stay!"

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

8/10 Good

"The staff were very friendly and helpful,always smiling and ready to assist me anytime. The air condition was working well but abit noisy throughout,needs to be turned off when you want a quiet night"

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

10/10 Excellent

"My wife, teenage daughter and I originally were going to stay for a week and ended up staying for four weeks. We loved it -- comfortable room, quiet surroundings, helpful staff, nice breakfasts each day, good heated pool, etc."

Villa Rosa Kempinski

10/10 Excellent

"Such a beautiful hotel! highly recommend!"

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

8/10 Good

"Key cards were not working during our stay. Breakfast fantastic. Neighborhood ok."

Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Clean Room, proximity to hospitals and city."

Other attractions near City Square

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

8.4/10 (178 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in 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 visit to 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 trip to 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 spend time at 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, take a look at the 384 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel 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 traveller 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 384 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near City Square.

What can I see and do near City Square?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Nairobi National Museum, African Heritage House 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 favourites 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. Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

4. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

5. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

6. Nairobi Serena Hotel

7. Fairmont The Norfolk

8. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

9. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

10. Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill

11. Affordable furnished studio apartment

12. Hotel Embassy

13. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

14. Kije Place Hotel

15. Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

16. Hotel Mokka City

17. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

18. Kenya Comfort Suites

19. Norfolk Towers Serviced Apartments

20. Iconic Plaza Hotel

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Top City Square Hotel Reviews

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

Fairmont The Norfolk

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Villa Rosa Kempinski

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

Other attractions near City Square

Kenyatta International Convention Centre

City Hall

Maasai Market

Kenyatta Mausoleum

Times Tower

National Assembly Building

Teleposta Towers

National Archives

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