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Nairobi Central Railway Station is the city's long-standing rail terminus, sitting close to the downtown grid. Trains on the national network depart from and arrive at this landmark.
Ordered by walking time, then star rating and guest score. Times are estimates from each hotel's map position (straight-line distance plus a quarter for streets, at 5 km/h); check the route before you go.
Lux Suites JKIA Airport Apartment is the closest of these hotels to Nairobi Central Railway Station, just 400 m and about 6 minutes on foot. The 3-star property provides free car parking and wheelchair access, which suits guests arriving with a vehicle or needing step-free movement. Its position makes it a practical base for rail travel.
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Kenya Safari Kenya Classic Keekorok sits 410 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, a walk of about 6 minutes. This 1-star hotel is one of the nearest places to stay, so it works well for travellers who want a simple base within easy reach of the platforms. Arriving and departing on foot is straightforward here.
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Mang Hotel Nairobi is a 3-star hotel 450 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, roughly 7 minutes on foot. It offers free Wifi and wheelchair access, useful for guests who need to stay connected or move around without steps. The short walk to the station makes it convenient for rail journeys.
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Milestone City Hotel is 450 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, about 7 minutes on foot. This 2-star hotel has a guest score of 4.1 from 217 reviews, and it provides free Wifi and wheelchair access.
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Hotel Jaffers Nairobi is a 2-star hotel 470 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, around 7 minutes on foot. With a guest score of 3.7 from 132 reviews and breakfast served in the room, it appeals to travellers who prefer to eat privately before heading to the station. Its closeness keeps the walk short.
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Mang Hotel is a 2-star property 450 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, about 7 minutes on foot. It provides wheelchair access, making it a sensible choice for guests who need step-free facilities. The location puts the platforms within an easy walk for arrivals and departures.
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Haridge Inn is a 3-star hotel 570 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, roughly 8 minutes on foot. Free car parking, breakfast and free Wifi are provided, so guests driving in can leave the car and still start the day with a meal. It balances a short walk with a few more facilities.
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Paris Hotel is a 3-star hotel 600 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, about 9 minutes on foot. It has a guest score of 4.0 from 531 reviews and offers free car parking, breakfast and wheelchair access. The combination of a solid rating and parking suits both rail passengers and drivers.
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New Rwathia Guest House is a 2-star guest house 580 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, around 9 minutes on foot. Free car parking and wheelchair access are available, which helps guests arriving by car or needing easier movement. It is a simple, close base for a station-focused trip.
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Diamond Hotel is a 3-star hotel 670 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station, about 10 minutes on foot. It has a guest score of 4.0 from 202 reviews and a spa, so guests can unwind after a journey. The walk to the platforms is manageable, and the rating gives some reassurance for the stay.
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From the closest hotels the station is a walk: Lux Suites JKIA Airport Apartment is 400 m away, about 6 minutes on foot, and Kenya Safari Kenya Classic Keekorok is 410 m, also 6 minutes. Mang Hotel Nairobi, Mang Hotel, Milestone City Hotel and Hotel Jaffers Nairobi sit at 450 m to 470 m, roughly 7 minutes each. Slightly farther, Haridge Inn, New Rwathia Guest House, Paris Hotel, Diamond Hotel and Sheratton Regency Hotel Nairobi are between 570 m and 720 m, or 8 to 11 minutes on foot. Hotel Ambassadeur, Hotel Central Park & Conference Centre and Scenic View Hotel & Resort are around 730 m to 760 m, about 11 minutes. The Alba Hotels Ltd, listed under Meru, is 740 m from the station. For anyone arriving by air, a taxi or drive is the straightforward option to this part of Nairobi.
Nairobi Central Railway Station is the city's main rail hub, serving trains into and out of the capital. Its central position puts it within easy reach of the downtown grid, the business district and the roads heading towards the airport. Travellers arrive and depart here at all hours, and many visitors use the station as their first or last stop in Nairobi, so accommodation in the surrounding blocks is practical for both. The station is well known among rail passengers, and it is also a landmark that draws people who want to stay near the centre rather than in the outer suburbs. Because so much of Nairobi's commerce and administration sits close by, the station is a useful anchor for a city stay. The hotels near Nairobi Central Railway Station range from simple guest houses to larger properties with dining rooms and gyms, and most sit within a short walk or a brief ride of the platforms. That makes the area workable for a single night or a longer visit.
Lux Suites JKIA Airport Apartment is the closest hotel we list, about 6 min walk · 400 m from Nairobi Central Railway Station in a straight line, in Nairobi.
Yes: 68 of the hotels we list are within 1 km of Nairobi Central Railway Station, about a 15-minute walk, and 6 are within 500 m. The closest is Lux Suites JKIA Airport Apartment, 400 m away.
Lux Suites JKIA Airport Apartment, Haridge Inn, Paris Hotel list free parking on their own page. Check the hotel page for the details.
Sheratton Regency Hotel Nairobi has the best guest score of the hotels near Nairobi Central Railway Station: 4.5/5 from 7,367 reviews, 720 m away.
2 of the hotels we list within 1 km of Nairobi Central Railway Station have 4 or 5 stars, the nearest being The Alba Hotels Ltd (740 m).
Yes. Several listed hotels provide free car parking, including Lux Suites JKIA Airport Apartment at 400 m, Haridge Inn at 570 m, Paris Hotel at 600 m, New Rwathia Guest House at 580 m and Sheratton Regency Hotel Nairobi at 720 m. Hotel Ambassadeur at 740 m also offers free car parking for guests arriving by car.
Sheratton Regency Hotel Nairobi has 7367 reviews and a guest score of 4.5, the largest review count among these hotels. Hotel Ambassadeur follows with 3963 reviews and a 4.1 score, then Hotel Central Park & Conference Centre with 1869 reviews and a 4.1 score. Paris Hotel has 531 reviews and a 4.0 score.