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Where to stay in Nairobi

Pick the area first, then the hotel. The city is compact, but every part has its own rhythm, and that shapes your trip more than the room does.

Which area suits you

Short and honest, from people who live here.

Nairobi CBD
Lively
First visit, short stay
Uhuru Park, KICC, the National Museum and City Market are close together. The busiest part of town, with the heritage Norfolk hotel nearby. Take Uber after dark.
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Westlands
Lively
Restaurants, rooftop bars, nightlife
Malls, international restaurants and the city's liveliest bars. Plenty of mid-range and business hotels, and quick access to Gigiri and the CBD.
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Karen
Quiet
Wildlife, quiet nights, couples and families
Leafy and calm, close to the Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick orphanage and Karen Blixen Museum. Boutique hotels with big gardens; expect 45–90 minutes to the centre in traffic.
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Kilimani
Some noise
Cafes, galleries, longer stays
A young, creative district with serviced apartments, coffee shops and the Yaya Centre. Great for stays of a week or more.
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Gigiri
Quiet
Business trips, Karura Forest
Quiet diplomatic quarter around Village Market and the UN complex, with Karura Forest on the doorstep. Excellent for secure, calm stays.
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Lang'ata
Quiet
Safari lodges, early game drives
Right beside Nairobi National Park, with lodges that offer sunrise game drives. Further from nightlife, so plan taxis for evenings.
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The small things nobody mentions until you arrive.

Guest registration: Your hotel or host records your passport details on arrival. Carry your passport or a copy with you at all times.
Taxes and fees: VAT and a service charge are often added on top of the advertised rate (up to 16% VAT and 10% service). Ask whether the price is inclusive before you book.
When to book: For the July to October migration season, December and January, and big conferences, book a month or more ahead. The rest of the year a few days is enough.
Apartments: Westlands, Kilimani and Lavington have the best serviced apartments. Check for a backup generator and a water tank; power and water can cut out briefly.

Our team picks and books a place that fits your budget and plans. For the ride in from the airport we use Savanna Chauffeur Services.