Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Nairobi

A park with green grass, trees, and tall buildings in the background.
A large building with a clock tower, surrounded by green spaces and a parking lot.
A building with a traditional tiled roof and a sign that reads "Fairmont The Montrose."
A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a prominent 'KEEP WALKING' sign, and a parking area.
A group of people on a riverbank with a sign warning not to go beyond without a guide.

Stay near popular Nairobi Central attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Nairobi Central

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St. Nairobi
The price is Rp1.916.078 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.916.078
Rp2.452.580 total
17 Aug - 18 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! (825 reviews)
"Hotel was great. The Thai restaurant was amazing food and service very good"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 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
The price is Rp1.058.593 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.058.593
Rp1.249.094 total
1 Aug - 2 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice stay close to the KICC"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 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 Rp1.407.078 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.407.078
Rp1.801.061 total
1 Aug - 2 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! (244 reviews)
"Overall, I enjoyed my 4-day stay in this centrally located hotel. The staff at Reception area and in the restaurant serving breakfast were professional and hospitable. The management team quickly relocated me to a new room when a maintenance issue arose. I would recommend choosing a room that doesn't ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk

5 out of 5
Harry Thuku Road Nairobi
The price is Rp3.325.186 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp3.325.186
Rp4.256.239 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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 property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
"The Norfolk is great, my only complaint in the astronomical cost of the Breakfast which is crazy even for a first class hotel"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Fairmont The Norfolk
Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Nairobi Central Loita St, Uhuru High Way, Nairobi Nairobi Kenya
The price is Rp2.460.302 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
Rp2.460.302
Rp2.903.156 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Yaya Centre and Nairobi National Park ...
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
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

3 out of 5
Harry Thuku Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is Rp1.640.130 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
Rp1.640.130
Rp1.935.289 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Village Market and Kenya National Theatre are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
"Good staff , very helpful and clean safe property"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
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Where to stay in Nairobi Central

Find the best Nairobi Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Nairobi National Museum or Sarit Centre.

Kilimani

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

Karen

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

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 National Archives and Maasai Market.

Gigiri

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



Nairobi Central Travel Guide