Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Nairobi

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A building with a traditional tiled roof and a sign that reads "Fairmont The Montrose."
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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

Rp1.134.218
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

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St. Nairobi
The price is Rp3.027.876 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp3.027.876
Rp3.875.682 total
27 Aug - 28 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! (833 reviews)
"It was an amazing stay, courteous staff. Heated pool, steam bath, sauna and gym available to guest. I especially loved the detox water available all day for guest to drink."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 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 Rp1.064.560 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp1.064.560
Rp1.256.133 total
4 Aug - 5 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
Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk

5 out of 5
Harry Thuku Road Nairobi
The price is Rp3.104.571 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp3.104.571
Rp3.973.850 total
21 Aug - 22 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 property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"I arrived using a walker and the reception staff was very accommodating and came to me, sitting in the chair rather than standing counter. Throughout my stay They were very responsive. They checked in to see how I was doing when I informed them that I was not feeling well. They always had a smile ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Fairmont The Norfolk
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 14 Aug to 15 Aug
Rp1.677.816
Rp1.979.823 total
14 Aug - 15 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
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 Rp1.649.373 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp1.649.373
Rp1.946.196 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (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.
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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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Parklands

Visitors to Parklands enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Diamond Plaza II is worth a stop.

Nairobi Central Travel Guide