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West Wood Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near University of Nairobi

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Lobby sitting area
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Sundeck
Cocktail bar, garden views, open 24 hours
Reception hall

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Eldama Ravine Road, Westlands, Nairobi
  • University of Nairobi
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Yaya Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Highridge stay.A stay at this Highridge hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Nairobi and 6 miles (10 km) of Uhuru Park. Kenyatta International Convention Centre and Yaya Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sarit Centre - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Nairobi - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Yaya Centre - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nairobi Station - 22 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪360 Degrees Artisan Pizza & Winebar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anghiti Indian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lord Delamere Terrace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java House - Aga Khan University Hospital - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Milan Kenya - ‬4 min drive

About this property

West Wood Hotel

4-star hotel near University of Nairobi
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly West Wood Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nairobi hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting 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
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
West Wood Hotel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

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: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is West Wood Hotel to the airport?

West Wood Hotel is 5.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does West Wood Hotel have an airport shuttle?

West Wood Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 30 per vehicle, one-way.

Does West Wood Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at West Wood Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 per person.

Is there a casino at West Wood Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Lucky 8 Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at West Wood Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at West Wood Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does West Wood Hotel have a pool?

West Wood Hotel does not have a pool.

Does West Wood Hotel have a restaurant?

West Wood Hotel is home to Forest Bar, which features international cuisine, garden views, and happy hour.

Does West Wood Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is West Wood Hotel to downtown Nairobi?

West Wood Hotel is 2.9 mi away from Nairobi.

West Wood Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 67 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer care service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very responsive and friendly staff. The only thing that I didn’t like was the breakfast that they serve. The options of what you can get is very limited. And the food is just not tasty at all. It’s below average compared to other places I’ve visited.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Adedayo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Requirement - bed only

Great location Simple but comfortable room Hot water is a mystery Smart tv can’t open Netflix
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The environment is amazing and the chef made amazing meals. Very fresh food and great juice options. The staff were also very warm and offered support.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Annette, NAIROBI

We reached out via Expedia days to check-in to request for a refund or amendment, the Hotel advised that they would reach out on status, they never did despite the reasons given for the request. That was rather distasteful and the lack of communication was most regrettable.

10/10 Excellent

Sein

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sadia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Boris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst stay ever!

Worst stay I’ve ever experienced. I booked and paid the hotel through Hotels.com however when I got there, they made me pay the rate I already paid a second time, charging me double because I had a guest. This was so unheard of, and I felt completely unsafe in a country I didn’t know at all. This is at very best a 2 star hotel, towels had a bad smell, the room door couldn’t be locked, and there’s no A/C or heater in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Orisunmbola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of NBO's Best Kept Secrets Obviously

This is one of Nairobi's best kept secrets. Great, serene ambience you could as well be on a safari with all the wildlife around you. Great friendly staff and one of the best food I have tasted in an NBO hotel. I will stay here again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Fernando

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Great convenient location. The hotel is nice although a few minor enhancements would make it excellent. Overall good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lights in the room were quite dark and dim. There’s no aircon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safari in Nairobi

West Wood Hotel is a special place. Very conveniently located in West Wood, its backyard makes you feel like you are already on safari with monkeys, did-diks, bee-eaters, etc. Very friendly staff and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and setting -- almost like the safari has begun with monkeys and did-diks in their back yard "jungle." Very friendly staff. Nice rooms. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A comfortable stay next to the forest

I really enjoyed the feeling of being in the forest with the views from the terrasse and the room. The stay was comfortable but the kitchen was too slow, it took us a long time to get food when we ordered some.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anwar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A tranquil surprise in the middle of a city

Westwood is a gem in the middle of a city. Its quiet, tranquil, nestled in the forest with a small stream. Everything went smooth with our stay, the staff were super friendly. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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