Nairobi Central Business District Travel Guide

Nairobi

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Kenyatta International Convention Centre

8.4/10 (178 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Kenyatta International Convention Centre during your trip to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.
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Things to do

Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

Rp1.134.218
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Maasai Village Experience Day Tour

Maasai Village Experience Day Tour

Rp2.167.800
per adult
Maasai Village Experience Day Tour
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared

Rp958.710
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared
Picture 8 for Activity Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, and Beads Tour

Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, and Beads Tour

Rp812.925
per adult
Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, and Beads Tour
Day Trip Hells Gate and Optional Boat Ride at Lake Naivasha

Hell's Gate Day Trip with Free Boat Ride & Lunch Included

Rp2.113.605
per adult
Hell's Gate Day Trip with Free Boat Ride & Lunch Included
Private Safari Tour : Nairobi National Park

Private Safari Tour : Nairobi National Park

Rp2.890.400
per adult
Private Safari Tour : Nairobi National Park
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Top hotels in Nairobi Central Business District

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St. Nairobi
The price is Rp3.051.845 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp3.051.845
Rp3.906.362 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (834 reviews)
"Convenience"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel

3.5 out of 5
6 Murang'a Road, Off Moi Avenue Nairobi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.064.560 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
Rp1.064.560
Rp1.256.133 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very helpfull staff. I arrived very late and all was good, quick and i had a dinner. Very clean. I recommended and i will back"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

4 out of 5
Lilian Towers Nairobi
The price is Rp1.478.241 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp1.478.241
Rp1.892.148 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts and Jeevanjee ...
8/10 Very good! (247 reviews)
"Was disappointed on check-in to discover complementary breakfast buffet advertised unavailable; as well hotel was tardy in responding to my inquiry about a schedule and I ended up taking a taxi from the airport. Other than that the staff was excellent and the room met expectations. Due to my medical ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Nairobi Central Loita St, Uhuru High Way, Nairobi Nairobi Kenya
The price is Rp1.677.816 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
Rp1.677.816
Rp1.979.823 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Nairobi National Park and City Market ...
7/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"Room and hotel are very clean. Bathroom amenities were all expired as of Jan. 26. Shower was dangerous…very slippery with no grab bar and no shelf for soap/shampoo. I put a towel on shower floor to keep from slipping. The shower also flooded the bathroom floor big time and we needed towels to wipe ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Iconic Plaza Hotel
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is Rp2.925.062 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.925.062
Rp3.451.573 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (809 reviews)
"It’s a great hotel nearby the airport … very clean and very professional staff .. stayed here last last TL year and still is the same in terms of quality.. surely will come back again in the near future"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

5 out of 5
10 Lower Kabete Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is Rp2.987.146 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.987.146
Rp3.733.932 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sarit Centre and Westgate Shopping Mall are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (133 reviews)
"Great stay, no complaints"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
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Where to stay in Nairobi Central Business District

Find the best Nairobi Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Kenya National Theatre or Sarit Centre.

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Kilimani

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

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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.

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Embakasi

If you're spending some time in Embakasi, Southfield Mall and The Imaara Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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Nairobi Central

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

Nairobi Central Business District Travel Guide