ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands is the best-value base for travellers who would rather spend their money on safaris than on a hotel room. Run by Accor, it describes itself as a design economy hotel that blends music and African art, and the public spaces are bright and playful. It stands on Rhapta Road in Westlands, about a five-minute walk from the Westlands shopping area and close to many of the city’s restaurants and bars. The hotel has more than 260 compact rooms, from about 14 to 21 square metres, for two or three guests. The Utamu restaurant on the ground floor serves continental food with two outdoor terraces, Kilele Nyama is a stylish roast house, and the Roof Lounge and rooftop bar have panoramic views of the Nairobi skyline. There is a well-equipped gym, a grab-and-go bar and a sports bar. Expedia lists it at 8.4 out of 10 from 800 reviews, with reviews into September 2026.
Location and getting around: Westlands is about fifteen minutes north-west of the city centre outside rush hour, and Westgate Mall is under two kilometres away. Nairobi National Park is about 50 minutes by car, so book safaris and Lang’ata tours with hotel pickup. Ride-hail apps are cheap and easy, and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is roughly half an hour away; the hotel offers a paid 24-hour airport shuttle.
The rooms: rooms are small but smartly designed, with good beds and bright colours. Storage is limited, so pack light, and choose a larger room type if you have big safari bags.
Who it suits: budget-conscious couples and solo travellers, younger travellers who want rooftop drinks and nightlife nearby, and anyone who needs a clean, reliable base between safaris. Families may find the rooms tight.
Good to know: there is no pool. Breakfast is a buffet and is charged separately on some rates. Parking is free and secured. Some recent guests have raised concerns about walking in the surrounding streets at night, so take a ride-hail car after dark, as you would across most of Nairobi.
Why stay here
- ✓Rooftop bar with city views
- ✓Utamu restaurant with terraces
- ✓Kilele Nyama roast house
- ✓Gym
- ✓Sports bar
- ✓Free secured parking
- ✓24-hour airport shuttle (paid)
- ✓Walk to Westlands shopping
Good questions
Does ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands have a pool?+
No, there is no pool. The hotel does have a rooftop bar and lounge with views over the city, and a gym.
How big are the rooms at ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands?+
Rooms are compact, from about 14 to 21 square metres, for two or three guests. Pack light, as storage is limited.
Does ibis Styles Westlands have an airport shuttle?+
Yes, a paid 24-hour shuttle runs to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The drive usually takes about half an hour.
