Karen Travel Guide
Nairobi
Popular places to visit
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.
Karen Blixen Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Karen Blixen Museum during your travels in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Galleria Shopping Mall
During your trip to Nairobi, you can enjoy retail therapy at Galleria Shopping Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the safari tours.
The Hub Karen
During your visit to Nairobi, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Hub Karen. Discover the area's spas and seek out its safari tours.
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages
Learn about the local history of Nairobi when you spend time at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Oloolua Nature Trail
You can take time to visit Oloolua Nature Trail during your travels to Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park
Nairobi Experience: Small Group Walking Tour with a Local
Kibera Compassionate Walking Experience 3 Hours
From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour
Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive With Free Pick Up
Top hotels in Karen
Hemingways Nairobi
Was a great get away from the hustle and bustle of Nairobi
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Wildebeest Eco Camp
Karen Plains Hotel
There is NO spa at this hotel as was advertised by Expedia. Big disappointment, as that was a big reason for making the reservation. The WiFi is horrible. Every 45 seconds you get kicked off and have to switch to another network. Otherwise, the room was clean and comfortable. Short walk to the Waterfront ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
For the price and reviews, I was underwhelmed. Excellent location if you’re trying to stay close to the airport. Breakfast buffet was not included, which was not clear during booking, and the price for the buffet was outrageous, but the food and drinks were good.
Reviewed on 11 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
Good
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Karen
Lang'ata
You'll enjoy the gardens and parks in Lang'ata. You might want to make time for a stop at Karen Blixen Museum or Galleria Shopping Mall.
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.
Kitisuru
Though Kitisuru may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like ABC Place and Village Market.
Kilimani
Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.
