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

Rp1.077.268
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 Business District

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 Rp1.042.113 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.042.113
Rp1.229.647 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 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 Rp1.248.023 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.248.023
Rp1.597.469 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (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
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St. Nairobi
The price is Rp2.738.365 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
Rp2.738.365
Rp3.505.106 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (844 reviews)
"Very thoughtful and warm hospitality. They even surprised me with a birthday cake while the staff sang beautiful birthday song for me. They are the best. Thank you Sarova Stanley"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

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 Rp1.642.439 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.642.439
Rp1.938.078 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (7 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 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 Rp2.422.038 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
Rp2.422.038
Rp2.858.005 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
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! (836 reviews)
"The spa was below avg, but most everything else is legit. Great service. Attentive but not intrusive. Friendly staff. Front desk is a bit odd and staffing is not great nor customer oriented as much as others. Pool and gym are very nice. Food is plentiful and varied. Property overall is very ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

4.5 out of 5
Chiromo Lane, Westlands Nairobi
The price is Rp4.066.834 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp4.066.834
Rp5.083.542 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nairobi National Museum and Oshwal ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
"Went above all expectations. So kind and thoughtful, they even sent a room service cake for our honeymoon! Excellent service all around and would recommend it 100%"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
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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 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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Nairobi Central

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

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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.

Nairobi Central Business District Travel Guide