Nairobi

Travel Guide

Nairobi featuring skyline, a high rise building and a city
Nairobi featuring skyline, a high rise building and a city
Urban skyline of Nairobi showcasing the vibrant city landscape and surrounding areas under a cloudy sky
Vibrant urban landscape of Nairobi, showcasing city life and architecture on a sunny day
Vibrant cityscape of Nairobi showcasing modern architecture and historical buildings in Kenya

Where to stay in Nairobi

Aerial view of vibrant cityscape illuminated at night with modern skyscrapers and bustling streets, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya.

Westlands

Restaurants, shopping, and spas are some highlights of Westlands. You might stop by Nairobi National Museum or Kenya National Theatre while you're in the area.

Westlands
Aerial panorama of downtown Nairobi and the Kilimani area of Nairobi, Kenya.

Kilimani

4/5(75 area reviews)

Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.

Kilimani
Karen Blixen Museum and Blixen home in Nairobi, Kenya, Africa

Karen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Karen. You might want to make time for a stop at The Hub Karen or Karen Blixen Museum.

Karen
Panoramic view of downtown Nairobi and Central Park.

Nairobi Central

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central, City Market and City Square are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi Central
Part of Nairobi city landscape.

Kileleshwa

Kileleshwa is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Nairobi area, you might plan a trip to Yaya Centre or Sarit Centre.

Kileleshwa
Feeding a giraffe from the deck off my room at Giraffe Manor in Nairobi last October. It has been a pretty rough week but remembering this experience still brings a smile to my face, I blog about my travels at Circlingthebucketlist.com
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Lang'ata

You'll enjoy the gardens and parks in Lang'ata. You might want to make time for a stop at Karen Blixen Museum or The Hub Karen.

Lang'ata
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi Nairobi County
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

5 out of 5
10 Lower Kabete Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sarit Centre and Westgate Shopping Mall are ...
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

4.5 out of 5
Chiromo Lane, Westlands Nairobi
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free valet parking, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Nairobi National Museum and ...
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
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Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi

Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Westlands Road & Chiromo Lane Nairobi
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and room service. Popular attractions Nairobi National Museum ...
Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi
Karen Plains Hotel

Karen Plains Hotel

5 out of 5
Karen Plains Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Karen Country Club and The Hub Karen ...
Karen Plains Hotel
Cysuites Apartment Hotel

Cysuites Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Church Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions ABC Place and Sarit Centre are located ...
Cysuites Apartment Hotel
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Things to do

Reviews of Nairobi

4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
122
5 - Excellent 28%
4 - Good
221
4 - Good 51%
3 - Okay
72
3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
10
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
11
1 - Terrible 3%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nairobi is a nice place but not as friendly or as appealing as Mombasa or the Malindi areas. I didnt feel like tourism is a big dealfor them and unless you were an Indian there was no love...

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

a little concerned with safety. did not spend much time here, just nights on either end of a safari

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I will be back to visit. I found the people warm hospitable and kind. Local food was delicious.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The roads are very bad and it’s difficult to get anywhere. The traffic is confused, and it’s lacking a system.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very vibrant city, clean, modern, relatively safe.

5/5 - Excellent

AJD

Ubers are readily available, but whenever you're in a car be sure to buckle your seatbelts in both the front and back. Otherwise you're likely to be stopped by a policeman and threatened with arrest. Foreigners should carry their passports with them.

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