The Oakwood Hotel, Nairobi ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kimathi Street, Nairobi, Kenya, 00100

Very good

7.3

5.7

/10

4.8

“The hotel's location is wonderfully central, making it super easy to explore all the main attractions in Nairobi on foot.”view full review

The Oakwood Hotel is a 3-star Nairobi hotel featuring a range of amenities including a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. This city hotel offers easy access to multiple dining options and local landmarks.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Oakwood Hotel include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Additional features comprise ironing facilities, tea and coffee facilities, and a parquet floor.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options at The Oakwood Hotel include an on-site restaurant, with additional choices nearby such as Java House Mama Ngina and Trattoria Ristorante & Pizzeria, both 0.5 km away.

Leisure & Attractions

Leisure attractions close to The Oakwood Hotel include Mount Kenya National Park, located 0.5 km away, and the Kenya National Theatre, at 0.5 km. Guests can also visit historical sites such as Jamia Mosque and the Nairobi Railway Museum.

Transportation & Access

The Oakwood Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to several bus stations, including Zuri Genesis and Koja, both just 3 minutes away. Wilson Airport is also nearby, facilitating easy transportation options.

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The Oakwood Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double or Twin Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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What our guests says about facilities

The Oakwood Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

I had an amazing breakfast experience at The Oakwood Hotel! The à la carte options were varied and the tea served with steamed milk was a good touch. It was a great way to start my day in a cozy atmosphere.

Nick123. USA, read full review

Cozy Rooms

The room I stayed in at The Oakwood was very comfortable and clean. It had rustic wooden furniture and included a safe for my valuables. I felt right at home during my stay, with everything set up perfectly.

Hal456. Canada, read full review

Charming Atmosphere

The overall ambiance of The Oakwood Hotel was charming and cozy, reminiscent of a 30s-40s hunting lodge. This unique atmosphere helped me relax after a long journey, making my stay truly enjoyable.

Benjamin789. UK, read full review

Functional Bathroom

I appreciated the cleanliness and functionality of the bathroom during my stay. Everything I needed was provided, making it quite convenient to freshen up after long days exploring the city.

George321. Australia, read full review

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

The Oakwood Hotel Location

Kimathi Street, Nairobi, Kenya, 00100

Map view

Kimathi Street, Nairobi, Kenya, 00100

City landmarks

Landmark

Uhuru Park

4100 ft

Library

Kenya National Archives

1.0 mi

Landmark

Kenyatta International Conference Centre

4100 ft

Landmark

Nairobi Gallery

4100 ft

Museum

Nairobi Railway Museum

4100 ft

Mosque

Jamia Mosque

2300 ft

Park

Jeevanjee Gardens

2300 ft

Museum

Nairobi National Museum

1.8 mi

Theatre

Kenya National Theatre

2300 ft

Landmark

Central Business District

2300 ft

Casino

Jokers Wild Casino Nairobi

2300 ft

Landmark

Central Park Nairobi

4100 ft

Park

August 7th Memorial Park

4000 ft

Landmark

One Off Contemporary Art Gallery

3300 ft

Landmark

The Sarova Stanley

2300 ft

Landmark

American Embassy Memorial Garden

4000 ft

Landmark

Mugie Ranch

2300 ft

Church

All Saints Cathedral

3900 ft

Museum

The Maasai Market

2300 ft

Landmark

Anniversary Towers

2300 ft

Landmark

Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Family

4100 ft

Landmark

Kencom House

4000 ft

Zoo

Snake Park

1.8 mi

Nearby

Moi Avenue

Tom Mboya Statue

900 ft

Mount Kenya National Park

2300 ft

Buffalo Springs Reserve

2300 ft

Mageso Chember

wLake Victoria

2300 ft

Event hall

Kicc

1800 ft

Magadi Road

Olorgasailie

700 ft

Restaurants

Kilimanjaro Jamia

700 ft

Kimathi Street Kenwood House

Hot Dishes restaurant

1000 ft

Bruce house

Planet Yogurt

600 ft

Kimathi Street

Al-Yusra Restaurant

2500 ft

Banda street

Oliveira Restaurant

1900 ft

50 Biashara Street

Debonairs Pizza

1300 ft

27 Muindi Mbingu Street

Yemeni Restaurant & Cafe

1800 ft

Moktar Daddah St

Getting around

City Centre

Nairobi10 min · 2700 ft

Airports

Wilson (WIL)9 min · 3.4 mi

Jomo Kenyatta (NBO)30 min · 12.2 mi

Train

Nairobi Railway Station14 min · 3700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 12:00-23:59

Check-out

from 03:00-11:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$15 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2012

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Oakwood Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 10 verified reviews

7.0/10

Very good

70%

Recommend

Breakfast

5.0/10

Cleanliness

7.9/10

Comfort

7.4/10

Facilities

6.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Location

8.9/10

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

7.4/10

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