In the heart of Nairobi, West Wood Hotel offers a serene retreat with a poolside bar, garden views at Forest Bar restaurant, and an on-site coffee shop. Enjoy happy hour or unwind in the library amidst lush surroundings. Guests have praised its ideal location near University of Nairobi.
Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
United Nations Office at Nairobi - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Yaya Centre - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 23 min drive
Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 23 min drive
Nairobi Station - 22 min drive
Syokimau Station - 32 min drive
Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 39 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Barista & Co. Specialty Coffee (Sarit) - 17 min walk
Spring Valley Café - 12 min walk
The Wine & Bottle - 15 min walk
NewsCafe Sarit Centre - 18 min walk
Roco Mamas - 16 min walk
About this property
West Wood Hotel
At West Wood Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of United Nations Office at Nairobi and Thika Road Mall. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Swahili
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Mosquito nets
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium satellite channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Forest Bar – Overlooking the garden, this cocktail bar specialises in international cuisine. Happy hour is offered. Open 24 hours.
Westhouse main restaurant – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per vehicle (one-way)
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for USD 20 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Westhouse One Degree South
Westhouse One Degree South Hotel
Westhouse One Degree South Nairobi
West Wood Hotel Nairobi
West Wood Nairobi
West Wood Hotel Hotel
West Wood Hotel Nairobi
West Wood Hotel Hotel Nairobi
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at West Wood Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at West Wood Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by West Wood Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at West Wood Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at West Wood Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at West Wood Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near West Wood Hotel?
Yes, Forest Bar offers international cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around West Wood Hotel like?
West Wood Hotel is a short 16-minute walk from Sarit Centre and 15 minutes' walk from Westgate Shopping Mall.
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West Wood Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Value
Food
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 Apr 2025
Good customer care service
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
3 Apr 2023
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.
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun 2016
Best access to karura forest
Infront of karura forest with great hiking activities. Friendly staff n good breakfast. Really enjoyed my stay there. Definitely recommend it
Amir
6/10 Good
21 Feb 2025
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.
John
John, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Feb 2024
Requirement - bed only
Great location
Simple but comfortable room
Hot water is a mystery
Smart tv can’t open Netflix
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
3 Jan 2023
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.
Annette
10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Mohammed
Mohammed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr 2025
Mohammed
Mohammed, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Mohammed
Mohammed, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
21 Feb 2025
Oria
Oria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Dec 2024
Sanjay
Sanjay, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Oct 2024
Das Hotel ist ziemlich hellhörig und in die Jahre gekommen.
Die Betten sind sehr bequem und das Personal wirklich fleißig.
Katrin
Katrin, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
16 Aug 2024
La camera in cui abbiamo soggiornato era fredda e molto molto molto umida…
Fiorenza
Fiorenza, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
2 Mar 2024
Adedayo
Adedayo, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Feb 2023
tranquille
Kadir
Kadir, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jan 2023
Anbefales
Hotellet ligger veldig sentralt nær Westgate kjøpesenter, som er et fantastisk et, og har en god og rolig atmosfære. Store rom med alt av fasiliteter.
Personalet var helt fantastiske så koset oss.
Anbefales på det stærkeste.
Ken-Vidar
Ken-Vidar, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2022
Sein
Sein, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2022
Sadia
Sadia, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
8 May 2022
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.
Boris
Boris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 2022
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.
Orisunmbola
Orisunmbola, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2022
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2022
Fernando
Fernando, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Nov 2021
Great Stay
Great convenient location. The hotel is nice although a few minor enhancements would make it excellent. Overall good value for money.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Oct 2021
Excellent
Calme et personnel super disponible
Laurence
Laurence, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Sep 2021
The lights in the room were quite dark and dim. There’s no aircon.