Hotel Mercury

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Nairobi with 3 restaurants and free breakfast

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Deluxe Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, City View | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, City View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Restaurant
Front of property
Restaurant

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Tom mboya street, Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Place, Kenyatta International Convention Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Nairobi
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Uhuru Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Located in Nairobi Central, Hotel Mercury is adjacent to National Archives and within a 10-minute stroll of Maasai Market. This 25-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like 3 restaurants, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • City Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Nairobi - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uhuru Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Aga Khan University Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 27 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Highlands Restaurant (City Space) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Square Moi Avenue - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Accra Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Club Scratch Bar and Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imbiss Fish & Chips Takeaway - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mercury

Bed & breakfast in Nairobi with 3 restaurants and free breakfast
At Hotel Mercury, guests have access to features like coffee in a common area. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of KES 1,000
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Hosted evening meal: KES 1000

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 6:00 AM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mercury Nairobi
Hotel Mercury Bed & breakfast
Hotel Mercury Bed & breakfast Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Mercury?

Hotel Mercury provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Mercury?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Mercury on Oct 12, 2025 start from $20.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Mercury?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Nairobi Central, just steps from National Archives, and within a 10-minute walk of Maasai Market and Tom Mboya Statue. You'll also find City Market and Uhuru Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Mercury?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Does Hotel Mercury have a casino?

No, Hotel Mercury doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Mercury?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is Hotel Mercury a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like 4 bars and 3 restaurants plus some guestrooms include city views.

Does Hotel Mercury have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Hotel Mercury have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Mercury has 3 restaurants, and serves free English breakfast each morning.

Will Hotel Mercury allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Mercury.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Mercury?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Mercury?

The closest major airport to Hotel Mercury is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is 3.5 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is located 10.9 mi away (30-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Mercury?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Mercury.

Reviews

Hotel Mercury Reviews

5.6

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Harold, Saint Paul

Location impressive. Easy access to transport. Lively atmosphere and wonderfully for sports fans.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEX

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Taha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Martin Bernhard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was no toilet Seat, you couldnt close the window so the room was Full of dirt from the construction site next to the Hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024