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

Nairobi Central

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

Nairobi Central
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Gigiri

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Unique features of Gigiri include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Village Market or Karura Forest while you're exploring the area.

Gigiri
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Eastleigh

While Eastleigh might 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 WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (562 reviews)
Staff was wonderful. Airport shuttle was easy and convenient. Room was clean with outstanding amenities. Would stay here again.

Reviewed on 28 October 2025

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG

5 out of 5
First Freight Lane, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
The price is AED 477 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
AED 477
AED 611 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Conveniently located for the airport and offers a free shuttle bus service (though arguably this is built into the overall hotel cost(. N.b. I did have to call the hotel to arrange the shuttle bus pick-up from the airport as they were not responding to messages sent via Hotels.com.

Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands

5 out of 5
38 MUTHITHI ROAD, WESTLANDS, Nairobi
The price is AED 514 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
AED 514
AED 635 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nairobi National Museum and Oshwal ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
The moment i walked in i felt safe with security on site 24/7. I had no issue about my safety. The staff was incredible catering to my every need from the host, to the staff at the restaurant and at the bar Patrick making some incredible drinks to the individuals that made sure I always have a clean ...

Reviewed on 26 October 2025

Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands
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 WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Clean quiet property, friendly staff, shops nearby. Thanks Vincent for the friendly care

Reviewed on 25 October 2025

Roma Courts Serviced Apartments
Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi

Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Westlands Road & Chiromo Lane, Global Trade Center (GTC), Nairobi
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Nairobi National Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Nice property with good accommodations. Can use better cleaning of the suites. And driver transportation is overpriced. Was told one price to go to Serit mall and was taken to another mall that cost more and was useless. Cheaper to uber.

Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi
Skynest Residences by CityBlue, Nairobi Westlands

Skynest Residences by CityBlue, Nairobi Westlands

4 out of 5
Mkungu Cl, Nairobi, Nairobi County
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sarit Centre and Oshwal Religious Centre are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
Great place to stay in Westlands. The location was center to everything. With the sarit center, westlands market, koda nightclub, the alchemist and other touristy things within walking distance. The hotel functions more as a hotel but the rooms look like apartments. This option would be great for ...

Reviewed on 15 October 2025

Skynest Residences by CityBlue, Nairobi Westlands
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.