Kilimani Travel Guide
Nairobi
Popular places to visit
Nairobi National Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Nairobi National Park and also enjoy the safari tours in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Giraffe Centre
Meet the animals who live at Giraffe Centre during your travels in Nairobi. Make time to visit the spas and shops while you're in the area.
Kenyatta International Convention Centre
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.
University of Nairobi
Walk around the campus at University of Nairobi during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.
City Market
During your trip to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Market. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.
Yaya Centre
During your trip to Nairobi, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Yaya Centre. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the safari tours.
Things to do
Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Nairobi Fairview Coffee Farm Tour and Tasting experience
From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour
Top hotels in Kilimani
Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill
This hotel is a “hidden gem” in Nairobi. We have stayed here a number of times over the years. Very clean. Staff is helpful and kind. Breakfast is always excellent.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Nairobi Serena Hotel
We stayed one night. We really enjoyed Francis playing jazz music on the piano. Staff is very attentive. We felt safe there. They have a lovely pool. Rooms are nice and clean.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Fairview Hotel Nairobi, Vignette Collection by IHG
Fabulous staff, lovely grounds
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill
Good stay for one night. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Muthu Silver Springs Hotel
Four Points By Sheraton Nairobi Hurlingham
Staff was courteous. The room was too hot. And with air conditioning on it was not cooling down. We asked the front desk to look at it and no word back.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kilimani
Kileleshwa
Kileleshwa is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Nairobi area, you might plan a trip to Yaya Centre or Sarit Centre.
Lavington
While Lavington may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yaya Centre and Sarit Centre.
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 Kenya National Theatre.
Upper Hill
Spas and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Upper Hill. A stop by Kenya Railway Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Nairobi Central
If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central, City Market and Kenya National Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Nairobi Central Business District
If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central Business District, City Market and National Archives are top sights worth seeing.
