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Aksaya Estates Limited, the real estate arm of Kenyan investor Baloobhai Patel’s Aksaya Investment Holdings, has partnered with Marriott International to open a Marriott-branded hotel at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The Courtyard by Marriott Nairobi Airport is set to open in 2027 and is expected to improve the services offered at Kenya's busiest airport. It will serve both business and leisure travelers by offering a mix of comfort, efficiency, and easy access to one of Africa's most connected transportation hubs.
Aksaya expands Marriott presence in Kenya
Construction is already in progress. The upcoming hotel will feature about 180 rooms and suites, two restaurants and bars, an open-air courtyard with a fire pit, a rooftop fitness center and 18-meter swimming pool, and flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has also given the development Preliminary EDGE Advanced Certification which is a standard for buildings that are good for the environment. The certification shows how much Aksaya cares about using modern design and eco-friendly methods in its work.
The hotel is the second Marriott-branded property owned and operated by Aksaya Estates in Kenya, following the success of Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection, located in the city’s Westlands district. This partnership has elevated the standard for high-end hospitality experiences in the region.
Marriott taps Nairobi’s growing travel demand
Marriott International is one of the biggest hotel chains in the world. It has over 9,600 properties in 143 countries and territories under 30 different brands. Guests at the Courtyard by Marriott Nairobi Airport can also use Marriott Bonvoy, the company's global travel rewards program.
The new development is designed to serve a wide range of travelers, from business executives and transit passengers to premium tourists seeking high-quality accommodations within the airport vicinity. It reflects growing demand for international hotels that offer both convenience and personalized service.
Aksaya Holdings diversifies in property, finance
Aksaya Estates is based in Nairobi and focuses on making long-term investments in commercial and hospitality real estate. It wants to build high-end buildings in big cities to meet the growing need for modern, eco-friendly spaces.
Baloobhai Patel owns 99 percent of Aksaya Investment Holdings Limited, while his wife, Amarjeet Baloobhai Patel, owns the other 1 percent. The company has significant stakes in Carbacid Investments, Sanlam Kenya, and Absa Bank Kenya, in addition to its broad real estate investments.
