Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Nairobi
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Popular places to visit

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University of Nairobi

4/5(5 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Nairobi during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

University of Nairobi
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City Market

3.5/5(21 reviews)

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.

City Market
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Nairobi National Park

5/5(24 reviews)

Explore Nairobi National Park, a popular green space in Nairobi, and enjoy the safari tours. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Nairobi National Park
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Kenyatta International Convention Centre

3.5/5(9 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.

Kenyatta International Convention Centre
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David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage during your stay in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage
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Kenya National Theatre

4/5(1 review)

You can make plans for a show at Kenya National Theatre during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.

Kenya National Theatre

Top hotels in Nairobi Central

Chester Hotel and Suites
Chester Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
Koinange Street, 3rd Floor, Nairobi
The price is ₹4,007 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
₹4,007
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
7.6/10 Good! (59 reviews)
"Good value even though it is old. Convenient location."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2024

Chester Hotel and Suites
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 ₹5,223 per night from 16 May to 17 May
₹5,223
per night
16 May - 17 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Nice value hotel but didn’t receive any stated VIP amenities."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
The Sarova Stanley
The Sarova Stanley
5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St., Nairobi
The price is ₹11,483 per night from 18 May to 19 May
₹11,483
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (593 reviews)
"Hotel is very nice, staff is welcoming and helpful!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2024

The Sarova Stanley
Fairmont The Norfolk
Fairmont The Norfolk
5 out of 5
Harry Thuku Road, PO Box 58581, Nairobi
The price is ₹17,036 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹17,036
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
"The property and staff are first class. Suggest more sun lounges around the pool Would return in a heartbeat"

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2024

Fairmont The Norfolk
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
4 out of 5
Lilian Towers, University Way, Koinange Street Junction, Nairobi
The price is ₹6,280 per night from 23 May to 24 May
₹6,280
per night
23 May - 24 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa.
7.6/10 Good! (180 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms and good Security. Wifi isnt great in the room but good downstairs in the lobby. You have to request a refrig and safe if you want one in the room. Excellent breakfast buffet!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2022

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Hotel Boulevard
Hotel Boulevard
4 out of 5
Harry Thuku Rd, Nairobi, Nairobi County
The price is ₹5,449 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
₹5,449
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kenya National Theatre and Nairobi National ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
"Wonderful to stay on garden side. Unfortunately one hears traffic on front side. Food in restaurant is very good. Pool is a plus. Staff is very accommodating."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2023

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Other neighbourhoods around Nairobi Central

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Nairobi Central Business District

3.5/5(24 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central Business District, City Square and City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi Central Business District
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Ngara West

When in Ngara West, you can plan a visit to Nairobi National Museum and City Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ngara West
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Ngara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

When in Ngara, you can plan a visit to City Market and City Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ngara
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Nairobi South

While Nairobi South may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nyayo National Stadium and City Square.

Nairobi South
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Nairobi Upper Hill

Spas and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Nairobi Upper Hill. A stop by Kenya Railway Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Nairobi Upper Hill
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Pangani

Pangani might not have many top sights, but City Square and Nairobi National Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pangani

Nairobi Central Travel Guide