Nairobi Central Travel Guide

Nairobi

A park with green grass, trees, and tall buildings in the background.
A large building with a clock tower, surrounded by green spaces and a parking lot.
A building with a traditional tiled roof and a sign that reads "Fairmont The Montrose."
A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a prominent 'KEEP WALKING' sign, and a parking area.
A group of people on a riverbank with a sign warning not to go beyond without a guide.

Stay near popular Nairobi Central attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Nairobi Central

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

5 out of 5
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St. Nairobi
The price is ฿5,074 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿5,074
฿6,494 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
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 ฿1,931 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿1,931
฿2,278 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Key cards were not working during our stay. Breakfast fantastic. Neighborhood ok."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
Fairmont The Norfolk

Fairmont The Norfolk

5 out of 5
Harry Thuku Road Nairobi
The price is ฿5,746 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿5,746
฿7,355 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)
"The Fairmont was amazing! We received the best service we’ve ever experienced and we travel often. Tevin was friendly and attentive and every staff member was top notch. We highly recommend staying here and wished we’d had more time. Loved our stay!"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Fairmont The Norfolk
Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel

4 out of 5
Lilian Towers Nairobi
The price is ฿2,681 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,681
฿3,432 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts and Jeevanjee ...
8/10 Very good! (253 reviews)
"What I didn't like was, you have to pay for breakfast."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Nairobi Safari Club by Swiss-Belhotel
Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD

3 out of 5
Harry Thuku Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is ฿3,002 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,002
฿3,542 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kenya National Theatre and Chandaria Centre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (81 reviews)
"I actually had 2 stays at this hotel. The first one was a disaster. No hot water at all and almost no cold water. After travelling 16 hrs I was in no mood to have no shower. But on the second visit the water was hot and great pressure. The hotel was comfortable and the restaurant and bar as good. ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Boulevard Nairobi, City Centre CBD
Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Nairobi Central Loita St, Uhuru High Way, Nairobi Nairobi Kenya
The price is ฿3,043 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,043
฿3,591 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Nairobi National Park and City Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"Clean, good food and managed well"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Iconic Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Nairobi Central

Find the best Nairobi Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall.

Kilimani

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

Karen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Karen. You might want to make time for a stop at The Hub Karen or Karen Blixen Museum.

Embakasi

If you're spending some time in Embakasi, Southfield Mall and The Imaara Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi West

While visiting Nairobi West, you might make a stop by sights like Nairobi National Park and Nyayo National Stadium.



Nairobi Central Travel Guide