Kahama Hotel

3.0 star property
Nairobi hotel in Ngara with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
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Interior
Bar (on property)
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi
Front of property - evening/night
View from room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Muranga Road in Ngara, Next to Globe Cinema Flyover, Nairobi, 00600
  • University of Nairobi
    4 min walk
  • City Market
    13 min walk
  • National Archives
    14 min walk
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson)
    15 min drive

Room options

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Nairobi

At Kahama Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Nairobi and Jeevanjee Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ngara hotel, attractions include Yaya Centre and Nairobi National Park.

What's nearby

  • University of Nairobi - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nairobi National Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Aga Khan University Hospital - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sarit Centre - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 25 min drive
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonford Fish and Chips - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chandarana Supermarket - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coco Locco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wainaina's Meat Joint - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kipepeo Restaurant - RiverRoad - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Kahama Hotel

Nairobi hotel in Ngara with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Kahama Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nairobi hotel.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Kahama Hotel offers 47 accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Nairobi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Glassy Bar and Grill

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 5 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and M-Pesa. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Kahama Hotel Nairobi
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kahama Hotel?

Kahama Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Kahama Hotel?

Yep, Kahama Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes Kahama Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kahama Hotel.

Does Kahama Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kahama Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kahama Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kahama Hotel?

Check-in begins at 11 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kahama Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kahama Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 110 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Taha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
good enough
OK, nothing special, outdated and not super clean, but nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

MING SHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel with nice staff
The service is great and staff very helpful and friendly. The hotel is close to highway and you can hear the traffic very early in the morning, but this is not a big issue to me. The issues i have are all about the washroom. Hot water is weak, toilet water always draining (problem with the lever ?) . . . It takes about 15 minutes walk to city center where i can find some good dining choice. In the beginning part of the walk the surrounding is unclean & got heavy traffic but it is safe even in the evening. Remark : Due to the current movement restriction after 8pm, i always finish dinner before 8 and back in hotel already.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly safe, great value
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
I loved every bit of hotel. I could stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Hoyt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Get room
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Troy, New York, NY

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Close to everything downtown. Had a Had a New York feel too it. Will stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Wilson

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
KAHAMA... Average and Clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great! Staff were friendly and the restaurant bar was good to sit at for a cold beer and some food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcoming and friendly stuff, clean rooms and nice food. Had a great time. I recomend trying their supper deluxe rooms. The receptionst was very helpful, the food was great, only negative rhing mixed tea for breakfast was cold. Otherwise, overall, I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Good.
The hotel was so nice with african style decoration. Food was good too. Staff are really friendly. Local area not walkable in the night, although it is close to city center. Wifi is not good in the rooms. Hotel is good for economy budget.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent place to stay for someone wishing to experience local flavor with a reasonable price and simple, friendly comfort. Don’t freak out at the exterior appearance. Once you walk through the doors your heart smiles. Staff was great, room was clean, and hot shower was welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
for what you pay acceptable quality . the food in the bar was good ,room was clean,butbed sheet very old, staff are nice ,location is good .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Third floor no problem except when key won't work means trekking back to reception
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Location closer to central business district Property has no safe access from highway
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was great. However the price they charge is not worth it’s quality. There were remotes for a TV and a fan and there were neither. It’s in sort of a noisy location. It “ok” for a night if you’re looking for something a little cheaper but I wouldn’t stay there again for that same price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

soumik

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good budget place
Hotel good.area is of questionable security.staff friendly.breakfast good.overall budget friendly stay near to national museum
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
WiFi decent, hot water hard to control (boiling or cold). No money exchange at hotel. The taxi drivers at the hotel are more expensive than outside. Difficult entry unless you are willing to walk from the round about. Staff is friendly and helpful. Room is dated but comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018