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
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared

Rp848.398
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared
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
Nairobi: Kibera Slum

Nairobi: Kibera Slum (The Chocolate city)Guided Walking Tour

Rp267.915
per adult
Nairobi: Kibera Slum (The Chocolate city)Guided Walking 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
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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 Rp1.045.126 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.045.126
Rp1.233.202 total
1 Sept - 2 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. ...
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 Rp1.451.254 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp1.451.254
Rp1.857.605 total
5 Sept - 6 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 Rp2.746.281 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp2.746.281
Rp3.515.240 total
2 Sept - 3 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (839 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 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 Rp1.647.186 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.647.186
Rp1.943.680 total
2 Sept - 3 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"Clean, good food and managed well"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 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 Rp2.590.975 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
Rp2.590.975
Rp3.057.350 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! (830 reviews)
"Everything was perfect except that we heard the music from the nearby bar till early morning. We got move to other side of the hotel another night. Then it was perfect."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 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 Rp4.078.590 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp4.078.590
Rp5.098.239 total
5 Sept - 6 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 ...
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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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 Central

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

Nairobi Central Business District Travel Guide