Nairobi

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board
Photo provided by Kenya Tourism Board

Where to stay in Nairobi

This is Nairobi!

Westlands

Restaurants, shopping, and spas are some highlights of Westlands. You might stop by Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall while you're in the area.

Westlands
The best Ethiopian restaurant in Nairobi Kenya. Trust me, I grew up there and all of my Ethi friends agree it's the best:)

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
Nairobi showing a high rise building, a city and central business district

Nairobi Central

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

Nairobi Central
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Karen

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

Karen
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Parklands

Visitors to Parklands enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Diamond Plaza II is worth a stop.

Parklands
Nairobi showing a high rise building, a city and central business district

Nairobi Central Business District

3.5/5(70 area reviews)

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

Nairobi Central Business District
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
5 out of 5
Mombasa Road, Nairobi, Nairobi County
The price is AED 532 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
AED 532
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)
"Staff is great and very polite, friendly and helpful. Beautiful hotel and very clean."

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Best Western Plus Westlands
Best Western Plus Westlands
4 out of 5
Karuna Road behind Sarit Centre, Nairobi
The price is AED 452 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
AED 452
AED 555 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
"Very convenient location as it's easy to get anywhere within Westlands and literally walking distance from the Sarit Centre which has a ton of shops, banks and dining options."

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Best Western Plus Westlands
Joyous Guest House
Joyous Guest House
3 out of 5
Mwiki Kasarani Road, Nairobi, Nairobi
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Thika Road Mall and Moi International ...
Joyous Guest House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Maskan Suites
Maskan Suites
4 out of 5
Wood Ave, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lucky 8 Casino and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Great hospitality!"

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Maskan Suites
Diamond Plaza Apartments
Diamond Plaza Apartments
3 out of 5
Masari Road, Parklands, Nairobi
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions Thika Road Mall and Diamond Plaza ...
6.6/10 (39 reviews)
"The place is very good, the staff is cooperative, the breakfast is great, they have grocery and everything thing within the place. The place is very safe and well secured."

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Diamond Plaza Apartments
Somerset Westview Nairobi
Somerset Westview Nairobi
4.5 out of 5
LR NO 1 1376 NYANGUMI ROAD, OFF LENANA ROAD KILIMANI, Nairobi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Friendly and very modern."

Reviewed on 5 March 2025

Somerset Westview Nairobi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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.