Karen Travel Guide
Nairobi





Things to do

Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park

Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared

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

Nairobi Walking City Tour +pick-up

Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park
Top hotels in Karen

Karen Plains Hotel
"Excellent stay and very affordable price."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Hemingways Nairobi
"Absolutely loved it. Rooms are incredible. The hotel is decorated to beautifully with immense grounds to enjoy. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to stay here again - this will be my go to when I come to Nairbobi. Karen is serene and beautiful."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Wildebeest Eco Camp
"I had a wonderful comfortable room with ensuite. It was quiet and clean, the staff were very friendly. There is a driver if you want to go on any tours. The breakfast was lovely, there was no buffet as it was low season, but an al a carte menu and snack menu were available. I just found the place ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

The Residences at Karen Country Club

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
"Great design and well maintained hotel… struggled with the bathroom layout and lighting controls though…"
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
"It was fine"
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Karen

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 Nairobi National Museum or Sarit Centre.

Kilimani
Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.

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

Eastleigh
While Eastleigh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Archives and Maasai Market.

Gigiri
Unique features of Gigiri include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Village Market or Karura Forest while you're exploring the area.










