Ascott Signs Citadines Westview Nairobi, Expands Dual-Brand Presence in Kenya

The Ascott Limited has announced the signing of Citadines Westview Nairobi, a 160-key property located in the Kilimani district of Nairobi. The hotel is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2028.

Ascott Adds Citadines Westview Nairobi to Growing Africa Pipeline

The new property will be developed alongside the existing Somerset Westview Nairobi serviced apartments, forming a dual-brand offering intended to cater to both short- and extended-stay segments. The combined development is positioned to serve corporate, leisure, and meetings-related demand in the city.

Nairobi continues to see growth in business activity and infrastructure development, contributing to demand for flexible accommodation options. The latest signing adds to Ascott’s existing operations in Kenya, where it currently manages Somerset Westview Nairobi, with additional projects under development.

The Nairobi project is part of Ascott’s broader expansion strategy in Africa. The company has reported 10 new signings across the region over the past year. Upon completion, its portfolio is expected to grow from two operational properties to 23 properties with over 2,800 units across 10 cities in eight countries by 2028. In addition to Kenya, expansion markets include Morocco, Nigeria and Ethiopia, where two properties are planned in Addis Ababa.

According to company representatives, the development is being undertaken in partnership with Britam Holdings PLC.

Vincent Miccolis, Managing Director for Middle East, Africa and Türkiye, The Ascott Limited, said: “Nairobi is one of Africa’s most important commercial and lifestyle hubs, with strong fundamentals supporting continued growth in hospitality demand. This signing reinforces our commitment to the Kenyan market and reflects our focus on expanding in cities where we see sustained demand from both business and leisure travellers.

We are honoured to further strengthen our partnership with Britam on this development, bringing together strong institutional investment and Ascott’s global operating expertise. By introducing Citadines alongside Somerset, we are able to offer a broader range of accommodation options that cater to different guest segments, while maintaining the quality and flexibility that define our brands.”

Ambrose Dabani – CEO & Principal Officer Britam Holdings PLC, said: “This investment reflects our long-term confidence in Nairobi as a key economic and commercial hub in the region. We are focused on high-quality, resilient assets that deliver sustainable value over time.

Partnering with Ascott allows us to combine strong real estate fundamentals with an experienced global operator, ensuring the development is well positioned to meet evolving demand for professionally managed accommodation in the market.”

Citadines Westview Nairobi will include a mix of hotel rooms, studios and one-bedroom apartments. Planned facilities include food and beverage outlets, meeting and conference spaces, a swimming pool and a gym. These offerings will complement existing amenities at Somerset Westview Nairobi, including dining venues and rooftop facilities.

The property is located adjacent to Somerset Westview Nairobi in Kilimani, with access to commercial and lifestyle areas in the city.