Nairobi Transit Hotel

Kenya , Nairobi
NAIROBI, Limuru Road Box 29375 00100
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75 reviews shown

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2025

Stiffin

The entrance to the hotel is not clearly marked, making it harder for the guest to find the way to the hotel. Little to no support with directions and luggage.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2024

William

It's a good place for my future plans.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

20 Apr 2024

Mario

Disappointed

Receptionist wanted payment even though I had already paid which was a red flag. No hot water , no WiFi in the room.

Self

2/10

Poor

04 Apr 2024

VINCENT A

Not right for people life style

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2024

Ali

Everything was good , just internet connection in my room had problem .

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2023

Pamela

The Narobi Transit Hotel is quite nice for the price. The room is simple but clean. I you are American, think \"Motel 6.\" Be aware that it is not near the airport. It is a good 30 minute drive. They can send a driver for USD 20 or KS2500.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Jan 2021

Sylvia

Excellent.

On the first day of our stay, we had some issues but they were fixed the next day, staffs were helpful and we decided to extend our stay. Thanks.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

19 Mar 2019

Vuyile

Was there for one night and slept quite well.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2018

Leonard

The hotel and staff were excellent. Security was excellent. However, the surrounding neighborhood was not very nice.

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2018

Verified traveler

The hotel is basic but it is clean, it has satellite tv, free in room WiFi. It is close enough to Nairobi city centre. It is a good hotel for the money.

2/10

Poor

24 Aug 2017

Kris

Disappointing hotel overnight transit

No free wifi as advertised & shuttle ride round trip should have been $25US - there was no such thing I paid to & from $50US. I paid $73.00 & it was only 55000 Tz shillings - so will not recommend to anyone - it was also around an hour from airport. Unsatisfied customer.

4/10

Poor

17 Feb 2017

Ash

Probably more of a 2* hotel

The hotel was rated higher, but I thought it was in the 2-star category. Dirty walls in the lobby and hallways, curtains and towels stained in the rooms etc... and small cockroaches in the rooms. The sheets were clean though, and for that I was appreciative. But the hotel needs to be better managed overall and be prepared for some surprises in terms of quality lapses

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jan 2017

Margaret

Adequate hotel

This is an e adequate hotel for the price; located on a noisy street.

6/10

Pleasant

31 Aug 2016

Nairobi accommodation.

A hotel near the airport with some activities near it :- Museum excellent. food market good too.
It is in a noisy neighborhood and taxi from and to airport is costly.
Good view opportunity but only public transport station and street vendors meet the eye.

4/10

Poor

10 Nov 2015

Verified traveler

Old facility. Hot water didn't work. Power goes out. Dirty towels.

2/10

Poor

21 Sep 2014

Carina

Dingy and dirty

I read the reviews for this hotel and thought it sounded like the perfect hotel for just one night. I was wrong. We got there and one person in our group had to change rooms 3 times before they found one with clean sheets. Our room had no pillows nor sheets when we got there, that we had to ask for. Shower was dirty so we didn't feel like showering in the morning, plus the night before I had the conditioner stolen from my room whilst we were having dinner. There is a tv but no remote and only one channel was working. Hotel is dirty and not modern at all.

2/10

Poor

13 Sep 2014

Carina

Glad it was just one night

Dirty dirty dirty. The hotel is not modern at all and it is dirty and worn down. Our bed had no beddings when we got there and our friend had to change rooms three times before they found a bed with no blood on the sheets. We were a group of 17 and no one had a shower in the morning due to the fact that the showers were rank. Staff is friendly though.

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2014

Verified traveler

Good for a short stay

The Hotel staff was very helpful to us and we enjoyed our short stay in Nairobi. The Hotel is located a short walk away from the National Museum, a worthwhile place to visit. We asked the front desk about walking there, and they told us it was not safe and arranged for a younger brother to walk with us. He took us to the museum then by bus to the central business district. It was a very pleasant day experiencing the city. Then we took the short walk together from the Central Business District to our hotel. We would recommend this hotel to travelers. Everything was clean. The internet worked well. The restaurant had a good breakfast and dinner.

4/10

Poor

28 May 2014

Good for a night or two on a budget

Not so bad neither good. Just enough to spend a night on a budget

4/10

Poor

21 May 2014

Verified traveler

Nice property, but in very unsafe area. No restaurant or fast food options other then on-site bar

4/10

Poor

21 May 2014

Verified traveler

Nice property, but in very unsafe area. No restaurant or fast food options other then on-site bar

6/10

Pleasant

01 May 2014

kim lanxe

general good to price. food in restaurant is good. breakfast very good. Very good room cleaning. negativ : the elevator does not work and to stay on the 4th floor was pretty exhausting after 3 days of golf from dawn to dusk.

6/10

Pleasant

30 Mar 2014

Ray

Not what I expected

The price is good however it is probably so because this hotel is NOT in central Nairobi. It is at least a mile walk to there (minimum 15 minutes with a brisk pace) with the way through a gauntlet /wall of people at most times of the day over a path strewn with litter. The surrounding area too is litter strewn. Staying at this hotel is staying among the local people and if you don't want that you don't want this hotel. (I write that because many who travel want anything but a cultural immersion). There is no obvious or well seen sign at or directing to or announcing the hotel (even though the picture on Expedia showed one). Getting there required my taxi driver to ask for directions several times in the surrounding neighborhood as no one seemed to know of the facility. I write taxi driver because my transfer to the hotel (and arranged by the hotel) did not show up at the airport. After an hour long wait I got a taxi, and that was an event in itself. When I got to the hotel the response after reporting no transfer showed up was, \"Well you made it.\" There really is nothing immediately surrounding the hotel in the way of places to eat. The food at the hotel was at best dinner quality- not that I expected top restaurant quality. Best description of the facility would be a high end hostel where you don't share sleeping quarters. Do not expect more. Overall not a place I'd stay with a visit to Nairobi again, primarily due to location.

2/10

Poor

19 Mar 2014

Kathy

Poor security. Sliding doors to outside had no locks.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Mar 2014

PROF AJIKE

EASILY ACCESSIBLE

OKAY, BUT NO AC, NO FAN IN THE ROOM, NO WINDOW EXCEPT A DOOR LEADING TO THE BALCONY. MOSQUITOES IN THE ROOM HAD TO REQUEST FOR A FAN AND A MOSQUITO NET.

4/10

Poor

16 Feb 2014

A and L England

Friendly staff but dingy hotel

For this price I would expect something a bit better quality - a bit dingy tacky no mosquito net we laughed at breakfast because it was so poor. Breakfast buffet was toast and butter.

2/10

Poor

14 Feb 2014

Dan

Terrible

I booked this hotel for free in room wifi. The receptionist gave me the password but didn't tell me it wasn't working. So after half an hour of attempting to get online I call reception from my room and she tells them tellse there is no wifi and won't be fixed till next day! So I decide to have a shower. There is no cold water. I am told to press a button on wall? There are 10 buttons I hit them all.. No hot water . I have a cold shower. Room is very basic. TV didn't work and didn't fit In socket on wall. Beds are very uncomfortable and directly outside was a noisy busy street. Breakfast is hard boiled eggs and pancakes and coffee is very bad.
Don't bother with this place unless it is an emergency!

4/10

Poor

11 Feb 2014

Verified traveler

advoid

It is said a Crocodile smiles before it bites you , in this case its a Hotel. The staff are very friendly, but also skilled in the art of padlock picking.
To return to your room and find that your bags have been tamped with and searched is not pleasant My advice is don’t stay here if you do make sure your room is not cleaned. The security cameras are an asset but not any use of evidence not followed up.
After my bitter and very costly experience. I hope that all booking companies remove this hotel from their sites asap

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jan 2014

Derek

Had a pleasant stay in this basic hotel..staff are very pleasant and helpful. No a/c or mosquito net in room but got net and fan when I asked. On 30min to Jomo airport..location ok during day, dodgy at night..

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jan 2014

Roland

Good

Good hotel except for its location and surrondings

8/10

Excellent

13 Nov 2013

Verified traveler

I had a pleasent experience and a nice stay.

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2013

Verified traveler

Centrally located with very helpful staff

The hotel is in a good, central location and one of the more reasonably priced hotels in Nairobi. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I crashed after a long flight and slept for 12-hours. I would certainly stay here again.

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2013

Brewbottle

ok service

Basic but acceptable. Freindly staff. Chnaged our room from double to twin with no fuss. Location ok but needs a taxi to cbd and make sure you agree a sensible fare first

6/10

Pleasant

07 Sep 2013

Jackie

One night stay before going to Masai Mara

We stayed at the Nairobi Transit Hotel for one night prior to going to the Masai Mara. It was convenient in location, not far from the airport. The hotel staff was friendly enough. The bedroom was clean, with enough space to store our luggage. The bed and room were comfortable enough. The bathroom was a bit dingy and dirty. There is free wifi, another bonus to this hotel. The breakfast was pretty good - we got eggs and sausage with coffee or tea. You also have the option of ordering pancakes. Our friends left some baggage at the hotel for free to store while at safari. Overall, you get what you pay for and it is a convenient, affordable place to stay if you're spending a short time in Nairobi.

6/10

Pleasant

28 Aug 2013

RON

basic hotel handy for transport

We wanted a cheap hotel for one night which was fairly near to the airport.
This hotel met those requirements .
We were pleasantly surprised at the standard and cleanliness of this hotel.
Also the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Would recommend it for a short stopover if you need a good cheap hotel near to the airport.
It is also very close to the bus station.
The only negatives were no hot water for the washbasin, but the shower was O.K.

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2013

Verified traveler

Clean and central.

Friendly efficient staff, clean hotel throughout. A good base for post flight travel rest/centrally located if you feel the need.
Restaurant serves pleasing food as not much else close by.
We walked into city markets but recommend only if you are prepared for the streets of Nairobi and local neighbourhood .

6/10

Pleasant

15 Aug 2013

John

Good value

We enjoyed our two night at the hotel. Very clean and friendly staff. A little bit out of the city but the hotel itself was great

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2013

Mark

Pretty happy

This was a great hotel for the price! We were stranded in the area due to an issue at the airport and found this hotel randomly online. It is a smaller hotel but the rooms were perfectly comfortable and very clean! The staff checking us in was extremely helpful and took us to our rooms to make sure everything was good and efficient. They even changed our room for no extra cost when we realized the wifi wasn't strong in our original room. The restaurant on the location was very casual but very good. We missed dinner one night but still was able to get some chapati's and tea from the chef. Overall, the price paid was worth the experience! We stayed at a supposedly 5 star hotel a couple of miles away the previous night and the transit hotel was far nice than that hotel! We were happy with our stay!

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2013

Angela

Reliable for Short Stay

Only spent 1 night here. Room is clean and quiet enough. Was a bit chilly as it was winter, and my biggest disappointment was the lack of a hot shower despite having a hot water heater. Its a simple hotel, no fancy facilities, but good for a short stay or stopover. Staff are friendly and helpful.

8/10

Excellent

08 Aug 2013

dangerman

Great value

Clean!!!!
Staff was very friendly and helpful too with free wifi. Can't ask more from a budget priced hotel near the center of town.

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2013

Jon

Value for money

Value for money and nice staff

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2013

gene

hotel in middle of Nairobi, not close to airport

We had a good experience at the hotel, but the driiver took a half an hour to find it. Suggest better directions on the website. GPS had a hardtime with the address.

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2013

chrisnpat

Lovely receptionists and very helpful staff.

Due to a cancelled trip, we had 5 days to kill in Nairobi. Hotel reasonably priced but had to take taxis everywhere as told should not walk far without a local. Hotel staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast included but not very exciting - other meals simple and not expensive. OK for an overnight stay.

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2013

Peter L

Very good hotel close to City

Our first impression when checking in at Nairobi Transit was the friendliness and efficiency of the staff and, in particular, Kevin at Reception. We stayed overnight before our flight to Dubai and found that Nairobi Transit is an attractive option if you are looking for a place to dine in-house and stay the night. The room was spacious, opening out to a balcony on the market side, and clean. Beds are firm and comfortable, and that is our preference, but maybe too firm for others. We requested a mosquito net and one was provided promptly. The location is within easy walking distance to the city centre and we found the surrounding markets fascinating as we have a keen interest in the local produce and shopping habits. Our breakfast consisted of juice,fresh fruit, tea and coffee, toast , and a pick of two other breakfast items. While this was sufficient for us, it may be a bit on the light side for others. Our ride to JKIA took about 40mins in early afternoon traffic, but for anyone who has experienced Nairobi traffic, the travel time to and from JKIA can vary from 45 mins to an hour and a half, if staying at the N Transit. All in all, we found it a very pleasant experience staying at Nairobi Transit, and would certainly stay there again.

4/10

Poor

26 Jun 2013

Hotel needs improvement. Ther were always problems with hot water. We stayed there for two nights. Not safest hotel in not safe town. But personal was friendly and helpfull.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2013

Verified traveler

Good for in transit....

Staff is very helpful. There were some problems with bathroom (leaking). Mosquito nett is available but you have to request.
Breakfast is quite good. Location is excellent in comparison of other areas.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2013

Mull

Good transit hotel

Everything was good apart from the lack of a mosquito net both nights we stayed. Otherwise good value for money, helpful staff, clean,acceptable meals,not too far from airport. By prior arrangement they will organise taxis to and from airport. It is what it says it is-a transit hotel.

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2013

KTJ

Great location and very reasonably priced

The staff were the best thing about the Nairobi Transit Hotel: really friendly, welcoming and helpful, especially Eunice and Leif who took me shopping for shoes the day after I arrived! There's nothing fancy about the hotel; it's pretty basic, but if you're looking for somewhere cheap and cheerful with easy access to the centre of town, I'd definitely recommend it

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2013

Verified traveler

You get what you pay for - decent hotel and price

hotel in a rough part of town, 30 yr old white guy who did not feel comfortable walking around night or day. also hotel only has a limited supply of mosquito nets, so bring your own, no ac in my room, noisy street at night and early morning, food is decent, bar is nothing to write home about

8/10

Excellent

26 Feb 2013

Nelson

Great hotel for stopover

The hotel is very worthy of every penny, especially the restaurant supplys excellent dinner at reasonably price. The frontdesk staffs are very helping and polite. In general, it is a good choice to save money for those who have stopover and need one night sleep in town.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2013

Marko

Extreme value for money

Transit hotel is located 10 minute walk from city center and is very easy to reach also if you are moving with your car. The hotel is practically brand new and so all is running fine (not obvious in Kenya). Rooms on the side of Limuru road are a little bit noisier but cooler. Rooms on the side of the market can be very warm due to the sun exposure. The staff is very friendly and can assist and help you for near everything. Safe covered parking in the basement. An excellent option in the upper midrange class for a fair price.

8/10

Excellent

02 Jan 2013

monethi

close to city centre

my stay was excellent. there is a need to have a fridge in the room.

6/10

Pleasant

27 Dec 2012

traveler

Sufficient

Not that dirty, hot water, good restaurant

8/10

Excellent

04 Dec 2012

Verified traveler

Good as a Transit hotel!

The only downside ofthis hotel, considering the price and the environment, is the poor conditions of the roads surrounding the hotel.

4/10

Poor

11 Nov 2012

Steve

A bit better than a backpacker's hostel

Used for a quick shower and a break instead of spending 8 hours at Nairobi airport BECAUSE IT WAS CHEAP. It's a real \"budget\" hotel, but the rooms are clean and secure, and the water was hot in the ensuite shower.

Adjacent to the new Thika \"Superhighway\", and a busy Matatu park I suspect the place might be rather noisy overnight. The Wifi didn't seem to work.

The receptionist and housekeeper were pleasant and keen to help.

Ate a simple supper in the restaurant - not inspiring, but the beer was lovely and cold!

6/10

Pleasant

26 Oct 2012

Heather

Don't use the water

Overall a good hotel with wifi and good included breakfast. They lost power one day due to construction on the road and didn't have a backup generator, which was unfortunate (resulted in a dark bathroom without hot water). Otherwise, was good visit. Reminder, never brush your teeth with the water, you will get very sick!

8/10

Excellent

01 Oct 2012

Mike

Overnight Stay

I stayed in the Nairobi Transit Hotel for 1 night, twice in the past 2 weeks. I would highly recommend it to those looking for a nice, clean, inexpensive hotel to overnight in, between trips elsewhere. The surrounding neighbourhood isn't great but the hotel itself is very nice and the staff are very friendly. I also found the security at the hotel to be very good. The satellite/cable TV and free in room wi-fi were also highly appreciated.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Sep 2012

Stuart

Transit Hotel does what it says on the tin

Not a brilliant hotel, but cheap and good location. Good place to put your head down when transiting through Nairobi.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2012

DOK

Does what it says on the tin!

Nothing fancy, but in the context of what I paid I felt it was very good value and the perfect stopover for onward connection to either Wilson or JKIA. Staff were also very helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2012

Patrick

Close to down town

I enjoyed it very much.The room and hotel was very cleanThe staff were more than helpful and very,very friendly.They called taxis for me,arranged tours and even made sure I could watch my favourite soccer team on T.V.(Chelsea) I will defintely stay there again when I return to Nairobi

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2012

Verified traveler

The hotel was clean and the staff was very nice and helpful. The only this that really bothered me was the security. The room keys were very simple, the locks could be easily picked, and there were no deadbolts. If those things don't bother you, then this place is fine.

8/10

Excellent

08 Aug 2012

F Crisman

Kenya's National Museum

The staff was extremely friendly, helpfu and extremely lpatience in giving me directions and transportation advice.

8/10

Excellent

27 Jul 2012

Adam

Friendly staff. Simple but sufficient room. Ask for a room on the side that doesn't face the road as it can be noisy in the morning if you want to sleep in.

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2012

Godfrey

Good hotel, mediocre location.

Stayed at the transit for a week. Good prices, good hotel, very clean. Food was cheap in the hotel restaurant. Didnt really like the location, looked like a five start hotel in a two star location. I can't really comment on safety coz I didn't go out at night but I didn't have any problems during my day trips. Staff was very helpfull. I would definitely use the hotel again.

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2012

Rich

Great stay!

The NTH is a wonderful hotel for those who live in Africa. All your needs will be met. The staff is wonderful and the hotel itself is in great shape, the issue is the location is near a bus park so the noise never stop. The price is right so book this hotel and enjoy your time in NBO.

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2012

Michael

Friendly staff, area not great, but good value

Friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is fine and good value for Nairobi, basically because the neighbourhood isn't great.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2012

R. M.

Great for the price

I really liked this hotel. I arrived late from the airport, was met by the hotel security guard who was very friendly, at the reception the lady was very nice. The rooms are small but given I only needed it for sleep it was fine. VERY comfortable mattress, hot shower, clean sheets. Very reasonable breakfast, waiter was somewhat moody though. The rooms also have free wireless Internet with good speed. The hotel is on the outskirts of the city centre so it's less noisy though not ideal i'd you want to be right in the thick of it. Highly recommended, would definitely stay there again.

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2012

Wayne

great service, simple but good food, location hmm

Great for short stay, comfortable and clean. No phone service. Close to local mini bus taxi station - a bit noisy. great servuce and friendly staff :)

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jun 2012

does the job

the hotel is comfortable with friendly staff. the breakfast is tiny though (eggs and toast with lots of butter). i was there for one night in transit, and i would recommend it.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2012

T.J.

Very nice and memorable stay in Kenya.

I don't have any complaints about my experience here at the Transit Hotel. The food was good, my room clean and comfortable, and I even made friends with the staff. I was close to a lot of entertainment and restaurants. And taxi drivers knew where the hotel was which is a big plus. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get to the airport just in case of traffic. Ambrose, Brian, and Collins were a great help to me in many ways for my 3 week stay.

8/10

Excellent

24 May 2012

Verified traveler

recommended for Nairobi

A modern hotel situated walking distance from the city center but in a fairly untidy area, this fairly new property seems to be a basic but well run establishment. Facilities are quite adequate and it is excellent value for money.
In a city wjere so many hotels are thoroughly overpriced this hotel is a thoroughly refreshing change!

4/10

Poor

17 May 2012

Verified traveler

Noisy neighborhood, internet NOT functioning at all during the whole day.

6/10

Pleasant

24 Apr 2012

Katja

Best to the price

Looking at the price this is really a good hotel.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2012

Johannes

an ok hotel

To the price the hotel is definitely ok. The rooms were clean and most important free internet. The showers is not the good but it works.
The breakfast is quite poor but it is ok ( scramble eggs and toast).

On the other hand to this very cheap price I find that the hotel is recommendable and when doing business trips as I did.

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2024

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