Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Nairobi

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Stay near popular Nairobi Central attractions

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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

Rp1.077.268
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

Rp2.143.320
per adult
Maasai Village Experience Day Tour
Full Day Tour in Amboseli National Park from Nairobi

Full Day Tour in Amboseli National Park from Nairobi

Rp3.214.980
per adult
Full Day Tour in Amboseli National Park from Nairobi
From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour

From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour

Rp625.135
per adult
From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour
Picture 8 for Activity Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, and Beads Tour

Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, and Beads Tour

Rp803.745
per adult
Nairobi: Giraffe Center, Elephant Orphanage, and Beads Tour
Private Safari Tour : Nairobi National Park

Private Safari Tour : Nairobi National Park

Rp2.857.760
per adult
Private Safari Tour : Nairobi National Park
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Top hotels in Nairobi Central

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 Rp1.046.839 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
Rp1.046.839
per night
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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. ...
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 Rp1.214.675 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
Rp1.214.675
per night
12 Sept - 13 Sept
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! (253 reviews)
"What I didn't like was, you have to pay for breakfast."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk

5 out of 5
Harry Thuku Road Nairobi
The price is Rp3.119.063 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
Rp3.119.063
per night
18 Sept - 19 Sept
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 ...
Fairmont The Norfolk
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St. Nairobi
The price is Rp2.750.782 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp2.750.782
per night
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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 ...
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Nairobi Central Loita St, Uhuru High Way, Nairobi Nairobi Kenya
The price is Rp1.651.935 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.651.935
per night
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (6 reviews)
"Clean, good food and managed well"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 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 Rp1.217.948 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp1.217.948
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kenya National Theatre and Chandaria Centre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (81 reviews)
"I actually had 2 stays at this hotel. The first one was a disaster. No hot water at all and almost no cold water. After travelling 16 hrs I was in no mood to have no shower. But on the second visit the water was hot and great pressure. The hotel was comfortable and the restaurant and bar as good. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 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.
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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.

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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 West

While visiting Nairobi West, you might make a stop by sights like Nairobi National Park and Nyayo National Stadium.

Nairobi Central Travel Guide