Name: The Social House Nairobi, a Preferred Lifestyle Hotel
Address: 154 James Gichuru Road, Lavington, Kenya, Nairobi County, KE
Price range: $177–$219 per night
Rating: 8.7

What guests think

Across reviews, The Social House Nairobi, a Preferred Lifestyle Hotel earns high praise for its friendly, attentive staff and consistent cleanliness, creating a lively, well run base for both business and leisure travelers.

Rooms feel stylish but often compact; guests also noted robust security measures and an enjoyable rooftop bar scene. Breakfast and the various restaurants receive frequent praise for quality and variety, though a few found certain outlets or breakfast only fair. Location is described as convenient, with some noting heavy Nairobi traffic when coming and going. Expect a service-led stay with vibrant dining.

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Facilities

Multiple on-site restaurants and a popular rooftop bar are highlights, with a pleasant poolside area for relaxing or working. Security measures are frequently noted as strong.

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10

Theresa

Jul 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a modern hotel with excellent security. The rooms were unique and clean.’

8

Julie

Oct 30, 2022

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall, our stay was very good and we would stay at Social House again. The hotel has a number of different restaurants, each different and good in their own way. Special requests are heeded and while I wouldn\'t call it a "business hotel\' per se, we worked quite comfortably in the outdoor area by the pool and had meetings without distraction. The staff was very friendly, professional and responsive. We were not so impressed with our room when we first arrived - I booked the size just below the suite, and it turned out to be quite a bit smaller than expected, made tighter by the design - which while aesthetic and design forward - did not have a great flow in our room mainly due to the large furniture in the small space. They did offer to move us to a suite which was a lot more spacious, but as we didn\'t want to pay more, we chose to stay in the original room - I asked them to remove the giant coffee table and swap it for a small ottoman or table as well as to clean/replace a badly stained couch. They did, which I was very appreciative for, and it made a huge difference - we were quite comfortable in the room for our 5 night stay.

10

David

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast was excellent: great variety of well- presented foods, including health drinks and healthy options. Beautiful breakfast area near pool. Lovely tables to sit at overlooking pool Bedrooms comfortable with great mod design

10

Steffen

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 15 nights

This is by far the absolut best of all the business hotels I stayed in over the years. Amazing staff and top of the line rooms and excellent restaurants on site.

8

Edem

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was great, staff were extremely polite and INCA roof top bar was a nice touch

10

Andrew

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean hotel. The staff was great along with the accommodations. The restaurants on site were all very good. From the servers to the food options and quality.

10

Dorcas

Jan 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful rooms. Elevated Moxy vibes. All services at your fingertips via in-room television, including laundry service and concierge doctors. It is also worth noting that this establishment takes security quite seriously, from the exterior gate and security checkpoint to the sliding glass security doors separating elevators from guest rooms.

10

Jenika

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Updated and modern hotel. Staff was great and the rooftop was a great vibe at night.

10

Godfrey

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great place with terrific service and customer service all round. The amenities and location are perfect.

8

Anush

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is a very nice and clean hotel. Several restaurants.

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Cleanliness

Commonly praised as very clean, with some rooms described as spotless. A couple of isolated issues (e.g., a stained sofa or storm-related water) were addressed or not widespread.

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Theresa

Jul 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a modern hotel with excellent security. The rooms were unique and clean.’

8

Julie

Oct 30, 2022

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall, our stay was very good and we would stay at Social House again. The hotel has a number of different restaurants, each different and good in their own way. Special requests are heeded and while I wouldn\'t call it a "business hotel\' per se, we worked quite comfortably in the outdoor area by the pool and had meetings without distraction. The staff was very friendly, professional and responsive. We were not so impressed with our room when we first arrived - I booked the size just below the suite, and it turned out to be quite a bit smaller than expected, made tighter by the design - which while aesthetic and design forward - did not have a great flow in our room mainly due to the large furniture in the small space. They did offer to move us to a suite which was a lot more spacious, but as we didn\'t want to pay more, we chose to stay in the original room - I asked them to remove the giant coffee table and swap it for a small ottoman or table as well as to clean/replace a badly stained couch. They did, which I was very appreciative for, and it made a huge difference - we were quite comfortable in the room for our 5 night stay.

10

BENEDICTE

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hôtel with a great team. Room was super nice, large, confortable bed and spotless. You feel happy and relaxed in that place. Inca has a great décor and atmosphère,good is ok. Breakfast is very good and has choice. The bar thé Other Room Can male some improvment about food. Maybe that would be better to make good local good than mediterranean mezze with poor quality. Anyway thé overall expérience was great and wisg I will Côme back

6

Jonathan

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

While the property was fine on the surface, sadly it's clear a lot of the revenue comes from the bars and outlets at the hotel. Music every night we were there continued until 2am and it was difficult to sleep as the patio door on our room didn't lock or close properly. There was also a storm which was pretty heavy, but in the morning, there was water on the floor and water damage on the wall too. It looks great, the staff are brilliant, but it's a challenge to sleep there. Inca, the restaurant at the top also gets pretty smokey whenever they cook, and windows have to be opened, and we got bitten a few times, so don't forget your mozzie spray. All in all, it's a good property, but just needs a bit of TLC and consideration for their guests who are trying to sleep.

10

Trevor

Jun 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing service , good food. Rooms are very clean & modern. Hotel all around is a great vibe. The security men are so kind and friendly. One of my favourite hotels ive ever stayed in. I extended my stay by a extra 4 days because the service was so great

10

Andrew

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean hotel. The staff was great along with the accommodations. The restaurants on site were all very good. From the servers to the food options and quality.

10

Raven

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely loved social house and would definitely stay again. Staff is amazing and so is the hotel cleanliness and decor. Rooms are small but cozy and so well kept. Has everything you need and is in a great location.

10

Ute

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Schönes Zimmer, gutes Bett. Alles sauber. Gutes Frühstück, gutes Essen.

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Anush

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is a very nice and clean hotel. Several restaurants.

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Rooms

Rooms are stylish and comfortable but often compact, and some layouts feel tight. Several guests mentioned smaller-than-expected sizes, while others found them cozy.

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Julie

Oct 30, 2022

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall, our stay was very good and we would stay at Social House again. The hotel has a number of different restaurants, each different and good in their own way. Special requests are heeded and while I wouldn\'t call it a "business hotel\' per se, we worked quite comfortably in the outdoor area by the pool and had meetings without distraction. The staff was very friendly, professional and responsive. We were not so impressed with our room when we first arrived - I booked the size just below the suite, and it turned out to be quite a bit smaller than expected, made tighter by the design - which while aesthetic and design forward - did not have a great flow in our room mainly due to the large furniture in the small space. They did offer to move us to a suite which was a lot more spacious, but as we didn\'t want to pay more, we chose to stay in the original room - I asked them to remove the giant coffee table and swap it for a small ottoman or table as well as to clean/replace a badly stained couch. They did, which I was very appreciative for, and it made a huge difference - we were quite comfortable in the room for our 5 night stay.

10

David

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast was excellent: great variety of well- presented foods, including health drinks and healthy options. Beautiful breakfast area near pool. Lovely tables to sit at overlooking pool Bedrooms comfortable with great mod design

10

BENEDICTE

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hôtel with a great team. Room was super nice, large, confortable bed and spotless. You feel happy and relaxed in that place. Inca has a great décor and atmosphère,good is ok. Breakfast is very good and has choice. The bar thé Other Room Can male some improvment about food. Maybe that would be better to make good local good than mediterranean mezze with poor quality. Anyway thé overall expérience was great and wisg I will Côme back

8

Neema

Mar 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I will definitely come back for a holiday stay I like the hotel concept, and the room was awesome. I didn’t have the time to enjoy all the hotel had to offer, but would love to on another visit.

10

Liza

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really interesting room design. Service was great

8

Edem

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was great, staff were extremely polite and INCA roof top bar was a nice touch

4

Chelsea Lucy Naomi

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms are too small and the ac in the rooms , super stuffy I could not sleep the whole time I was there

10

Raven

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely loved social house and would definitely stay again. Staff is amazing and so is the hotel cleanliness and decor. Rooms are small but cozy and so well kept. Has everything you need and is in a great location.

10

Ute

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Schönes Zimmer, gutes Bett. Alles sauber. Gutes Frühstück, gutes Essen.

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David

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Excellent food and rooms

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Service

Service is a standout: friendly, attentive, and accommodating, with quick check-in and responsive help with requests. One review noted weaker service in an upstairs restaurant.

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Jordane

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Tout est parfait, chambre cosy et très agréable. Personnel aux petits soins.

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Bennett

Sep 13, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is relatively new since it was opened just prior covid. Nice design w lots of dining options. Staff are excellent - friendly, helpful and go above and beyond.

10

Thomas

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Impeccable service and accommodation. Extremely friendly and warm staff

8

Edem

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was great, staff were extremely polite and INCA roof top bar was a nice touch

10

denice

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were extremely accommodating and as a solo female I felt safe.

10

MERDINA

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely friendly staff and fast check-in

10

Andrew

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean hotel. The staff was great along with the accommodations. The restaurants on site were all very good. From the servers to the food options and quality.

10

Jessica

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The service was amazing.

10

Godfrey

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great place with terrific service and customer service all round. The amenities and location are perfect.

8

Kellie

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was great; welcoming and accommodating. Pleasant stay all round.

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Location

Guests describe the location as convenient and well situated. Some mentioned heavy traffic when entering or leaving.

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Santiago

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and well situated.

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Kristina

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

So happy we stayed here! It was my first time in Kenya and I was u sure of where to stay. This place was safe, fashionable, friendly and the restaurants were yummy! Only downside was traffic in and out is bad but I think that’s everywhere in Kenya. Definitely will stay here again!

10

monique

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the Hotel and Staff were amazing. Have stayed 3 times and it’s my preferred choice. All restaurants are excellent and food quality & variety was great. Only place I’d walk to is the chameleon next door. Car service is great at the property

10

Raven

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely loved social house and would definitely stay again. Staff is amazing and so is the hotel cleanliness and decor. Rooms are small but cozy and so well kept. Has everything you need and is in a great location.

10

Godfrey

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great place with terrific service and customer service all round. The amenities and location are perfect.

10

Vanessa

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Love it. Boutique hotel with full amenities. Super food. Convenient.

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Dining

Breakfast and the on-site restaurants receive frequent praise for quality and variety. A few guests found certain outlets or breakfast only fair, indicating minor inconsistencies.

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Harold

Jan 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent but for the upstairs restaurant food (fair and service (inexperienced, poor).

10

David

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast was excellent: great variety of well- presented foods, including health drinks and healthy options. Beautiful breakfast area near pool. Lovely tables to sit at overlooking pool Bedrooms comfortable with great mod design

10

BENEDICTE

Dec 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hôtel with a great team. Room was super nice, large, confortable bed and spotless. You feel happy and relaxed in that place. Inca has a great décor and atmosphère,good is ok. Breakfast is very good and has choice. The bar thé Other Room Can male some improvment about food. Maybe that would be better to make good local good than mediterranean mezze with poor quality. Anyway thé overall expérience was great and wisg I will Côme back

10

Steffen

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 15 nights

This is by far the absolut best of all the business hotels I stayed in over the years. Amazing staff and top of the line rooms and excellent restaurants on site.

10

Angel

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent stay. Friendly staff. Good food

10

Andrew

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice and clean hotel. The staff was great along with the accommodations. The restaurants on site were all very good. From the servers to the food options and quality.

10

monique

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the Hotel and Staff were amazing. Have stayed 3 times and it’s my preferred choice. All restaurants are excellent and food quality & variety was great. Only place I’d walk to is the chameleon next door. Car service is great at the property

8

Boschi Bernard

Feb 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place smooth breakfast could be better.

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Ute

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Schönes Zimmer, gutes Bett. Alles sauber. Gutes Frühstück, gutes Essen.

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David

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Excellent food and rooms

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The Social House Nairobi, a Preferred Lifestyle Hotel

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite with Balcony

Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Junior Suite

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