Nairobi Travel Guide

Tourist 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
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Where to stay in Nairobi

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Westlands

The restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westlands. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall.

Westlands
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Kilimani

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Kilimani
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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 Nairobi National Park.

Lang'ata
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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
Nairobi featuring city views, a high-rise building and a city

Nairobi Central

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

Nairobi Central
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Eastleigh

While Eastleigh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muthaiga Golf Club and City Market.

Eastleigh
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
5 out of 5
Mombasa Road, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (387 reviews)
"Good and near the airport. Good transfer to airport."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
The Sarova Stanley
The Sarova Stanley
5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St., Nairobi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.246.555 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
3.246.555 ₫
4.155.590 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (715 reviews)
"Excellent time. Wonderful place, great staff."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

The Sarova Stanley
Fairview Hotel
Fairview Hotel
4 out of 5
Bishop Road, Nairobi
The price is 1.796.506 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
1.796.506 ₫
2.822.148 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (484 reviews)
"Limited dinibgbopyions due to the large scale renovations"

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Fairview Hotel
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.
Roma Courts Serviced Apartments
Roma Courts Serviced Apartments
3.5 out of 5
Timau Road, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"A quiet and peaceful location nearby supermarkets and yaya center."

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2025

Roma Courts Serviced Apartments
Skynest Residences by CityBlue, Nairobi
Skynest Residences by CityBlue, Nairobi
4 out of 5
Mkungu Cl, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sarit Centre and Oshwal Religious Centre ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
"Roof top pool nice"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Skynest Residences by CityBlue, Nairobi
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lucky 8 Casino and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Very nice and clean place. Very fast response when needed help from Peter ... Recommend this place"

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Maskan Suites
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

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
20
5 - Excellent 24%
4 - Good
30
4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
29
3 - Okay 35%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Shane

Everybody speaks English. Malls are just big with overpriced (non-Kenyan) stuff, you must visit the markets if you want to really explore Nairobi (but watch out for pickpockets and scammers)

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

National Park is worthwhile seeing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nairobi is a great place to visit and Uber can get you anywhere

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

I only stayed one night at the Crowne Plaza as a stop over between flights.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Moses accompanied me to supermarket & exchange bureau. I had to be picked up and there was a delay the hotel allowed me to stay until I was ready to leave. It’s close to all services. I recommend this hotel.but leave info in the rooms for guests.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Amazing and looking forward to going back

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