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4.1(218 reviews)

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Nice CBD location that's convenient for business trips, with decent prices and clean, spacious, comfortable rooms. The rooms need renovation and beds are quite low, but Phil and the staff handle issues well. Perfectly located if you're not fussy and just need somewhere to crash downtown.

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River Rd

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Raya hotel is located at River Rd, CBD, Nairobi.

Raya hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 218 reviews.

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I stayed at the Raya Hotel last year, only because my flight arrived around 2 am and I couldn’t check into my Airbnb until 10 am, the airport taxi brought my friend and I there. They quoted us $80 for...

Omarion Billy

4 months ago

It's a nice place the prices are good and it's in CBD Nairobi, which is convenient if you're doing something in Nairobi. Perfect for business trip.

Jolaney Rey

10 months ago

The rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable.. the beds are quite low and as you can see the net looks like it's been there for some time. Room service is great, they are very attentive and the best...

J K.

2 years ago

Decent place, smack bang in the CBD ... Perfectly located. Rooms are just there, they need to be renovated, but if you're not fussy, the rooms are adequate. 😎 They have a restaurant that serves good...

Bryan delen

a year ago

I spent six nights at Raya Hotel. Although I had an issue with the shower not heating and a mix-up about room availability, the staff, especially Phillis at the reception, was very welcoming. Her genu...

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