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Boutique Hotel · Nairobi, Kenya
DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham
A polished, well-positioned Nairobi base — minutes from Wilson Airport, close to the city's best attractions, and ideal for the night before your safari begins
Nairobi is where every Kenyan safari begins and ends, and the quality of those city nights has a greater bearing on the overall journey than most travellers account for in advance. A late arrival from London or New York, an early morning transfer to Wilson Airport for a light aircraft to the Maasai Mara, a final night before the long-haul home, these are the moments the right Nairobi hotel makes seamless and the wrong one makes effortful.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham has been handling this brief well for years. Located on Ngong Lane in the established residential and diplomatic suburb of Hurlingham, five kilometres from the central business district, five minutes from Prestige Plaza, and a short transfer from Wilson Airport, it occupies a position that is genuinely convenient for safari travellers whose operational hub is the domestic terminal rather than the international one. The Giraffe Centre, the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage, and Nairobi National Park are all within a 30-minute drive, making it a workable base for a pre-safari city morning as well as a straightforward departure point.
The hotel’s 109 rooms and suites are contemporary and well-maintained, air-conditioned, soundproofed against the neighbourhood, and equipped with the practical details that matter after a long flight or a week in the bush: reliable Wi-Fi, a comfortable bed, a rain shower, a refrigerator, and a coffeemaker. The on-site restaurant serves all-day international cuisine drawing from Italian, Indian, and pan-Asian traditions, with outdoor terrace seating overlooking the pool. The outdoor pool itself — a genuine asset in a city hotel category where pools are often afterthoughts- is a pleasant space for an afternoon between connections.
The DoubleTree brand’s signature warm chocolate chip cookie, delivered at check-in, is a small gesture but a consistently well-received one, the kind of detail that signals a hotel paying attention to arrival experience rather than just room inventory. For African Trails Expeditions guests, the Hurlingham DoubleTree offers a practical, comfortable, and unpretentious Nairobi option that delivers what it promises reliably and positions you well for whatever the safari ahead holds.
Located in Nairobi's leafy Hurlingham neighbourhood, just 5 kilometres from the central business district and minutes from Wilson Airport, the DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham is a reliable, contemporary hotel that works hard for safari travellers who need a comfortable, well-connected city
Why Stay Here
- Five minutes from Wilson Airport — the ideal base for early morning light aircraft departures to the bush
- 109 contemporary rooms and suites with rain showers, reliable Wi-Fi, and comfortable beds
- Outdoor pool and all-day restaurant with Italian, Indian, and pan-Asian cuisine
- Within 30 minutes of the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, and Nairobi National Park
- Complimentary underground parking and free airport shuttle — practical, not just comfortable
- Hilton Honors points earned on every qualifying stay
Our Commitment to Conservation
Hilton Hotels & Resorts operates a group-wide sustainability programme, Travel with Purpose, that sets targets across carbon reduction, waste diversion, responsible sourcing, and water conservation across its global portfolio. The DoubleTree Nairobi Hurlingham participates in this framework, with in-property initiatives covering energy efficiency, responsible procurement, and community employment
Rooms & Accommodation
All 109 rooms and suites were renovated and are kept in consistently good order, with the contemporary, neutral-toned interiors characteristic of the DoubleTree brand. Air conditioning, blackout curtains, a 40-inch HDTV with premium channels, a refrigerator, a coffeemaker, and an ergonomic workspace make the rooms genuinely functional for both leisure and business guests. Rain showers are standard across the room categories. Suites introduce a separate living area with a sofa, a larger bathroom with a bathtub in addition to a shower, and locally sourced décor that grounds the room in its Nairobi setting. The Penthouse Suite adds a kitchenette and a 68-square-metre footprint, useful for guests who want the option of in-room meals or are spending multiple nights in the city.
King Guest Room
The hotel's entry-level room — compact, well-equipped, and consistently maintained. A king-sized bed, ergonomic workspace, 40-inch HDTV, refrigerator, coffeemaker, and a bathroom with rain shower cover all the practical requirements of a safari stopover night. Free Wi-Fi throughout.
King or twin beds · Rain shower · Air conditioning · 40-inch HDTV · Refrigerator · Coffeemaker · Free Wi-Fi · Ergonomic workspace · Laptop safe
King Deluxe Room
A step up in space from the standard Guest Room, with the same practical amenities on a more generous floor plan. The additional 6 square metres make a meaningful difference after a long-haul flight — enough room to unpack properly, move comfortably, and feel settled for the night rather than simply transiting.
King bed · Rain shower · Air conditioning · 40-inch HDTV · Refrigerator · Coffeemaker · Free Wi-Fi · Ergonomic workspace · Laptop safe
Dining
The hotel’s on-site restaurant serves all-day international cuisine — Italian, Indian, and pan-Asian dishes prepared with consistent care and offered across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Outdoor terrace seating overlooks the pool, making it a pleasant spot for a relaxed evening meal without venturing into the city. In-room dining is available until 10:30 pm, covering the arrival and recovery windows that safari travellers most frequently need. Breakfast offers a wide buffet spread including cooked items, pastries, fresh juices, and Kenyan coffee, reviewed consistently well by guests. For a more substantial Nairobi dining evening, the hotel’s concierge team can direct guests to the city’s best restaurants, Talisman in Karen, Cultiva in Westlands, and the Carnivore for a definitively Nairobi experience — all within a 20 to 30-minute drive.
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Best Time to Visit
As a city hotel, the DoubleTree Hurlingham is available and operational year-round, with no seasonal variation in service or facilities. It functions primarily as a safari gateway — a one or two-night stay before departing to the bush, or a final night on return before the long-haul flight home. Nairobi’s highland climate keeps temperatures mild and consistent throughout the year: warm days, cool evenings, and none of the extreme humidity of the coast. The hotel is convenient in every season, and its proximity to Wilson Airport means even the most ambitious early-morning departure schedules are manageable without stress.
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Location & Getting Here
Destination
Nairobi, Kenya
Nearest Airstrip
Wilson Airport
Transfer Time
5 minutes from Wilson Airport / 33 minutes from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Getting Here
DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham is located on Ngong Lane in the Hurlingham suburb of Nairobi, approximately 4.3 kilometres from the city centre and 5 kilometres from the central business district. Wilson Airport — the domestic departure point for all light aircraft safari connections — is approximately 5 minutes by road.
Safaris That Include This Lodge
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