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

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

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.

1. Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

Kilimani, 1.4 km from City Market

₹4,900

₹6,272 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

2. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Kilimani, 1.4 km from City Market

Susan

₹15,266

₹19,540 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables set for dining, overlooking a city skyline at dusk.

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.

3. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.4 km from City Market

Erastus

₹14,810

₹18,957 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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.

4. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.4 km from City Market

jeremiah

₹5,636

₹6,650 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

5. Fairmont The Norfolk

Nairobi Central, 0.7 km from City Market

Marci

₹16,795

₹21,498 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

6. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central, 0.8 km from City Market

Crystal

₹7,521

₹9,095 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple floors.

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

7. Nairobi Serena Hotel

Kilimani, 0.7 km from City Market

Luke

₹14,433

₹17,031 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

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

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

8. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Kilimani, 1.5 km from City Market

Peter

₹5,518

₹6,898 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 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 compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a single bed, and a small dining table.

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.

9. Affordable furnished studio apartment

Ngara, 0.6 km from City Market

Vishnu

₹1,771

₹2,090 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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.

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

10. Hotel Embassy

Nairobi Central Business District, < 0.1 km from City Market

John

₹2,532

₹2,988 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 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.

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

11. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Nairobi Central Business District, < 0.1 km from City Market

Sanjiv

₹5,054

₹6,022 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

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

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

12. Kenya Comfort Suites

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.3 km from City Market

Ankit

₹3,042

₹3,828 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A spacious gym with wooden floors, exercise mats, and various fitness equipment.

13. Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Kilimani, 1.2 km from City Market

Jeannie

₹13,734

₹17,579 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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 large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

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

14. Kije Place Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.1 km from City Market

Rume

₹5,101

₹6,019 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

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

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

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

15. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.4 km from City Market

David

₹7,826

₹10,017 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A multi-story building with a brick facade, a covered outdoor area with a curved pathway, and lush greenery.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, television, and large windows with a view of the outside.

A circular brick patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

16. Heri Heights Hotel Apartments, SureStay Collection by BW

Kilimani, 1.5 km from City Market

james

₹7,261

₹8,785 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

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

17. Norfolk Towers Serviced Apartments

Nairobi Central, 0.9 km from City Market

Aloice

₹6,678

₹8,028 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

18. Hotel Mokka City

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.4 km from City Market

Hasim

₹5,807

₹6,852 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

The Marble Arch Hotel entrance with a covered entrance, steps leading up to the door, and potted plants around the entrance.

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

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

19. Marble Arch Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.6 km from City Market

ERICK

₹3,901

₹4,699 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

20. Iconic Plaza Hotel

Nairobi Central Business District, 0.2 km from City Market

Omar

₹8,883

₹10,482 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to City Market

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill	9.2 Wonderful 320 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
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Fairmont The Norfolk	9.2 Wonderful 226 reviews	View

Top City Market Hotel Reviews

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

10/10 Excellent

"What I didn't like was, you have to pay for breakfast."

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!"

Iconic Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, good food and managed well"

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!"

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!"

Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Clean Room, proximity to hospitals and city."

Other attractions near City Market

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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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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Tom Mboya Statue

You can learn about the history of Nairobi with a visit to 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 browsing the exhibits at Nairobi Gallery in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

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City Hall

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

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Central Park

8.2/10 (24 reviews)

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City Square

8.2/10 (10 reviews)

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Kenyatta Mausoleum

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Market?

City Market 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 420 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near City Market?

Adjacent to City Market, 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 within a short distance include Nairobi Serena Hotel and Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near City Market?

Expedia has 420 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from City Market.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to City Market.

What can I see and do near City Market?

You'll want to browse the collections at African Heritage House, Nairobi National Museum and Nairobi Gallery. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Uhuru Park, Karura Forest or Arboretum. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts, Nairobi Railway Museum and The GoDown Arts Centre.

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Our top choices for City Market hotels

1. Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

2. Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

3. Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

4. Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

5. Fairmont The Norfolk

6. Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

7. Nairobi Serena Hotel

8. The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

9. Affordable furnished studio apartment

10. Hotel Embassy

11. Chester Hotel and Suites Nairobi, City Centre CBD

12. Kenya Comfort Suites

13. Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

14. Kije Place Hotel

15. Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

16. Heri Heights Hotel Apartments, SureStay Collection by BW

17. Norfolk Towers Serviced Apartments

18. Hotel Mokka City

19. Marble Arch Hotel

20. Iconic Plaza Hotel

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Top City Market Hotel Reviews

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG

Iconic Plaza Hotel

Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill

Fairmont The Norfolk

The Heron By Sarovar Portico India

Villa Rosa Kempinski

Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill

Other attractions near City Market

Jeevanjee Gardens

Teleposta Towers

Tom Mboya Statue

Nairobi Gallery

City Hall

Central Park

City Square

Kenyatta Mausoleum

Frequently asked questions