List of the best maternity hospitals in Nairobi Kenya

Choosing the right hospital for maternity care is a pivotal decision for expectant parents in Nairobi. The city boasts a range of maternity hospitals, each offering unique services and facilities. In this article, we will explore some of the best maternity hospitals in Nairobi, addressing questions about C-section costs, NHIF acceptance, and other relevant information.

Here is the list of the best maternity hospitals in Nairobi Kenya.

1. Shree Swaminarayan Hospital, Langata

Location: Lang’ata along the Southern Bypass

Services: Normal delivery, Caesarean, Antenatal care, and postnatal care.

Costs: ANC Package is Kshs 22,500 (8 visits, 3 ultrasound scans, and a complete antenatal profile with blood tests); Normal delivery is approximately Kshs 65,000 (and Kshs 75,000 for a private room) and a cesarean procedure is approximately Kshs 119, 500 (and Kshs 129,500 for a private room).

For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, call +254 798 419984 or FILL THIS FORM and we will give you a call.

2. Mariakani Cottage Hospital

Location: South B, Mchumbi Road. The hospital runs two branches in South B and Mlolongo.

Services: Antenatal, Maternity, Postnatal facilities, and Child Immunization.

Cost: Maternity package(without complication) Kshs 40,000; Well-baby clinic -Kshs 1,000; Paediatric visits – Kshs 3,000

Ward Cost: Private ward Kshs 10,000, Semi-Private Wards Kshs 6,000, General Wards- Kshs 4,000

Antenatal care charges include:

• Hepatitis B Antigen-1,000ksh
• Blood Group plus RH Factor-250ksh
• VDRL- 350KSH
• HIV- 900ksh
• Urinalysis- 200ksh
• Full Haemogram-850ksh

For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, call +254 798 419984 or FILL THIS FORM and we will give you a call.

3. Aga Khan University Hospital

Location: Third Avenue, Limuru Rd, Nairobi.

Services: Antenatal care, post-delivery care, pediatric care, and family planning

Costs: Normal delivery is approximately Kshs 120,000; Caesarian delivery Kshs 220,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit the main hospital.

For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, call +254 798 419984 or FILL THIS FORM and we will give you a call.

4. Ruai Family Hospital (RFH)

Location: Multiple branches in Embakasi, Jacaranda, Ruai, Ruaka, Tala, Kiambu and a Specialist Hospital (in Ruai)

Services: Antenatal care, post-delivery care, pediatric care, fertility, and family planning

Costs: Normal delivery with midwife assistance from Kshs 40,000; normal delivery with Gynaecologist assistance from KES 60,000; Caesarian delivery from Kshs 120,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit any one of the hospital branches with the main hospital located in Ruai.

For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, call +254 798 419984 or FILL THIS FORM and we will give you a call.

5. Nairobi Women’s Hospital

Location: Hurlingham Medicare Plaza, Argwings Kodhek Road, Nairobi

NB:

• All payments must be settled before discharge or as guaranteed by insurance companies
• NHIF rebate does not apply.
• Withdraw penalties:
  •  week 1-28 weeks of gestation: Kshs. 1,000
  • 28 weeks and above: 5% of the TOTAL package

What is NOT INCLUDED in the delivery packages and will be billed separately;

• Treatment of illness during pregnancy and or after delivery
• Other specialists, incubator care, treatment of prematurity, congenital diseases/conditions, respiratory distress, or any other illness in neonates
• Antenatal services.
• Medication and feeds
• Induction for the mother
• Any charges after 2 days (for normal delivery) and four days (for Caesarian sections)
• Illness in babies after discharge
• Vaccines not included in the KEPI regime.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit any one of the hospital branches with the main hospital located in Ruai.

For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, call +254 798 419984 or FILL THIS FORM and we will give you a call.

6. Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital

Location: 3rd Right from Roysambu Roundabout, Nairobi

Services: Antenatal and postnatal facilities, Gynecology Surgery & emergency theatre and Newborn Unit

Cost: Gynaecology consultations Kshs 1000; Normal delivery approx Kshs13,000; Caesarian delivery approx Kshs 35,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

7. St Mary’s Mission Hospital Langata

Location: Near Police Dog Unit Rd, Langata, Nairobi

Services: Maternity Services and Well-baby Clinic

Costs: Normal delivery approximately Kshs 18,000 – Kshs 25,000; Caesarian delivery Kshs 40,000 – Kshs 60,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown on the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

8. Kenyatta National Hospital– Private Wing

Location: Hospital Road,Upper Hill,Nairobi

Services: Maternity Facilities, paediatric care and gynaecological consultation.

Costs:  The total package for normal delivery is approximately Kshs 35,000-53,000 and caesarian delivery costs Kshs 100,000 – 152,000. NHIF cardholders receive free maternity care in the General ward.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

9. Jamaa Mission Hospital

Location: Along Buru Buru Road, Nairobi

Services: Antenatal and postnatal care, well-baby clinic, and gynecology consultations.

Cost: Normal delivery is approximately Kshs 60,000; Caesarian delivery is between Kshs 110,000 to Kshs 140,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

10. Metropolitan Hospital

Location: Off Rabai Road, Buruburu, Nairobi

Services: Antenatal and postnatal care, gynecology consultations, well-baby clinic and immunizations.

Cost: Normal delivery is approximately Kshs 50,000; Caesarian delivery is Kshs 100,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

11. Guru Nanak Hospital

Location: Opposite Murang’a Road, Pangani, Nairobi

Services: antenatal care, post-delivery care, family planning, and well-baby clinic.

Costs:  The total package for normal delivery is approximately Kshs 45,000 and caesarian delivery costs Kshs 155,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

12. Mp Shah Hospital

Location: Shivachi Road – Parklands, Nairobi.

Services: Antenatal care, post-delivery care, well-baby clinic and gynecology consultation.

Cost: Normal delivery approx Kshs130,000; Caeserian delivery Kshs260,000.
NB: An accurate delivery package is available for their clinic mothers upon visiting the hospital. This is paid before 30 weeks of pregnancy.

13. Karen Hospital

Location: Lang’ata Road in Karen.

Services: Antenatal and Postnatal Care, normal and caesarian deliveries.

Cost: Normal delivery approx. Kshs 100,000; Caesarian delivery Kshs 180,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, you can visit their main hospital.

14. Nairobi Hospital

Location: Upperhill along Valley Road and Arwings Kodhek Road

Services: Antenatal care, Postnatal care, Paediatric services and gynaecology consultation.

Cost: Normal delivery approx – Kshs 95,000; Caeserian delivery- Kshs210,000.
NB: For a more accurate breakdown on the delivery package and healthcare services, you can visit their main hospital.

15. Mater Hospital

Location: Mariakani Gardens, along Dunga Road In South B area Nairobi.

Services: The maternity package covers antenatal visits, delivery and postnatal care in their Embakasi, Westlands Buruburu, Thika and Kasarani clinics.

Cost: Normal delivery is Kshs 35,000 with a midwife and Kshs 80,000 with a gynaecologist;  Caeserian delivery costs range between Kshs 150,000 – Kshs 450,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown on the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

16. Coptic Hospital

Location: Opposite China Centre along Ngong Road.

Services: Maternity and Paediatric facilities.

Cost: Normal delivery is approximately Ksh 40,000; Caesarian delivery Ksh 100,000.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown on the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital.

17. Jacaranda Maternity Kahawa West

Location: Kahawa

Services: Normal delivery, Caesarean, Antenatal care, and postnatal care.

Costs: Charges are between Kshs 39,000 and Kshs 60,000. Kshs is for the Caesarean procedure. Adding the postnatal care, pharmacy, and lab test the charges shoot up to KES 60,000. NHIF is allowed but only takes care of bed charges.

18. Avenue Hospital 

Location: First Parklands Avenue, Nairobi.

Services: They have an ABC package that caters for all your needs from Antenatal care, Birth till Childcare.

Cost: The total cost of the Avenue ABC Maternity Package, including unlimited visits to the AHC Antenatal Clinic, antenatal profile, obstetric scan, one obstetrician visit, multivitamins, and ferrous sulfate, delivery, whether normal, vacuum or by caesarian section, a follow up postnatal visit, Well Baby Clinic for a year and KEPI vaccines for the baby is Kshs 130,000. See this form for a detailed breakdown.

NB: For a more accurate breakdown of the delivery package and healthcare services, visit their main hospital in Parklands. 

The decision of choosing a maternity hospital is deeply personal and should align with the preferences and needs of the expectant parents. This list provides a starting point for exploring maternity care options in Nairobi. It is advisable to contact the hospitals directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding services, costs, and NHIF acceptance. Remember that each pregnancy is unique, and finding the right maternity hospital is an essential step towards a positive birthing experience.