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Hob House

3.5 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - single
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Kinanda Road, Off ISK Back Road, Kitisuru, Nairobi, Nairobi

What's nearby

  • Sarit Centre - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Two Rivers Mall - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Village Market - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Yaya Centre - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 29 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karura. Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Silver Stream Spur Steak Ranch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Thigiri Ridge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Club 69 (LXIX) - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ankole Kitusuru - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hob House

Guesthouse in the suburbs
At Hob House, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Hob House, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, art supplies, and free infant beds
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Separate sitting areas, a personal chef, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Arabic, English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hob House

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: USD 25 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: USD 0 (one-way), from 1 to 15 years old

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hob House Guesthouse Nairobi
Hob House Guesthouse
Hob House Nairobi
Hob House Nairobi
Hob House Guesthouse
Hob House Guesthouse Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Is Hob House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hob House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hob House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hob House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Hob House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per person applies.

Where is Hob House located?

Situated in the suburbs, this guesthouse is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Two Rivers Mall and 3 mi (4.9 km) from ABC Place. Westgate Shopping Mall and Banana Hill Art Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Hob House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Quaint
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Quirky property in a nice area of Nairobi (although not very central). Comfortable, helpful, friendly staff, good value for money. I'm in Nairobi regularly and this is now my "go to" place to stay.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

10/10

Such a calm and beautiful setting. The owners and staff could not have been nicer and more attentive to our needs. The garden restaurant was a fantastic place to relax, meet interesting people, and eat the best Lebanese food we have ever had. This was so much better than your typical hotel experience.

10/10

My stay at the Hob House was amazing. I stayed there a week and it was a home away from home. The place is so charming and comfortable. The grounds and gardens are immaculate. The staff is so warm, kind, friendly and helpful. The restaurant was excellent and so convenient. It's in a quiet neighborhood with other beautiful homes. All of the tour companies will send shuttles to pick you up and Ubers are always 3-4 minutes away. Absolutely stay in a king size room if one is available.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Beautiful gardens. Outstanding gourmet dinning. Excellent staff. Artistic decor. A rather magical place. Comfortable and delightful rooms. This was the best stay I had in Kenya and Tanzania in the 6 weeks I was there. There are 0 negatives.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Hon house was easily the best place I’ve stayed in years - beautiful uniquely furnished rooms with art from the Continent and Lebanon. The gardens and eating areas are beautiful and lush with vibrant bird life. Staff was so friendly and helpful, food delicious. Hob house was an incredibly peaceful retreat whether you are relaxing or working - recommend it highly and will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

We were blown away by the love and attention that was given to every single minute of our stay! Our host poured her heart into Hob House and taught us so much in the too little time we had with her. We loved her passion for her native country and her equal passion for beautiful Kenya. Anybody who has traveled throughout the world knows, most cultures come together as a loving family during meal times. Hob House did not disappoint. We were treated to truly complex and masterfully prepared dishes that I will never forget. Hob House truly sets the standard for travelers looking for an unforgettable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10

I loved the Lebanese food at the restaurant below. The furnishings and decorations are very comfortable and visually pleasing, lots of culture. The balcony and garden are relaxing. The neighborhood is quiet and I like that there are only a few rooms - so there isn’t guest noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10

Es súper bonito y acogedor. Todo el personal es muy amable y accesible. La comida está deliciosa
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

Lovely, quiet oasis just outside of the chaos of Nairobi. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Food is excellent. This is a hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

The room , すたっふ
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

I stayed at Hob House for three weeks in June for work purposes. I honestly cannot recommend this beautiful, peaceful, comfortable and unique guesthouse more strongly! I have visited Kenya for many years and stayed in countless hotels in Nairobi. None of them came close to the incredible care I enjoyed at Hob House. To start with, Kelly and Peter are wonderful hosts that really understand the needs of their guests – they also happen to run (in the house) one of Nairobi’s top dining destinations. The guesthouse is spotlessly clean, the beds incredibly soft fitted with the freshest of linen, the bathrooms stocked with luxury organic products – and the food is organic, healthy and absolutely delicious. The breakfast is a magnificent experience. The house has a stunning garden and sits amidst these beautiful farms in a very safe neighborhood – which feels like a retreat outside Nairobi, but is a very quick location for getting to the UN agencies as well as Westlands. I particularly treasure the walks that Angeline the housekeeper took me for in the early evenings past the fields. I was unwell for a portion of my stay, and Kelly, Peter and their wonderful staff took remarkable care of me, checking I was ok, cooking special meals and making sure I had everything I needed to get better – all without being intrusive. I cannot thank them enough. If you are looking for a truly special place to stay in Nairobi, rejuvenate your mind and have peaceful space to yourself, go to Hob House!
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2018