Thompson Estate Travel Guide
Nairobi
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Popular places to visit
Nairobi National Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Nairobi National Park and also enjoy the safari tours in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Giraffe Centre
Meet the animals who live at Giraffe Centre during your travels in Nairobi. Make time to visit the spas and shops while you're in the area.
Kenyatta International Convention Centre
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.
University of Nairobi
Walk around the campus at University of Nairobi during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.
City Market
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.
The Junction Shopping Mall
During your trip to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Junction Shopping Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the safari tours.
Top hotels in Thompson Estate
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Wonderful hotel in every way
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport by IHG
Airport shuttle was incredibly straight-forward. No trying to find the shuttle etc, just straight to the desk and shuttle was ready in 2 minutes. The property exceeded expectations - the bed was a larger king that anticipated!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
The breakfast buffet’s everything
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
Best breakfast ever!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
The staff is exceptional. Everyone very nice and attentive. Special kudos to Victoria in the restaurant. If we move to Kenya, we will hire her away.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill
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Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thompson Estate
Lavington
While Lavington may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yaya Centre and Sarit Centre.
Kileleshwa
Kileleshwa is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Nairobi area, you might plan a trip to Yaya Centre or Sarit Centre.
Muthangari
If you're spending some time in Muthangari, ABC Place and UNHCR Kenya are top sights worth seeing.
Kilimani
Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.
Golf Course
While Golf Course isn't home to many top sights, Royal Nairobi Golf Club and Yaya Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Upper Hill
Spas and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Upper Hill. A stop by Kenya Railway Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
