Experience Nairobi
With so many options, deciding where to stay in Nairobi can be overwhelming. But choosing the right neighbourhood and accommodation is key to truly experiencing this diverse capital city. Here’s a breakdown of the top areas and lodging options to consider for your Nairobi visit.
- City Center
This bustling commercial district places you near major attractions like the National Museum and sleek modern malls. Budget backpackers can bunk at no-frills hostels and find cheap eats nearby. Upscale hotels like the Fairmont Norfolk offer luxury right downtown.
- Westlands
Westlands attracts both business travellers and tourists with its walkable restaurants and nightlife. Find mid-range international chains like Best Western or local hipster havens like Ibis Styles. The area mixes business, pleasure and modern conveniences.
- Karen
This lush suburb features sprawling colonial estates turned boutique inns and chic lodges. Enjoy the calm surrounding the hip Kazuri Beads studio and studios. Splurge on an intimate escape at The Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort within city limits.
- Giraffe Manor
One of Nairobi’s most iconic stays, this 1930s manor lets you enjoy breakfast with endangered Rothschild’s giraffes just outside the windows. This once-in-a-lifetime experience doesn’t come cheap but is unmatched in VIP wildlife encounters.
Immerse yourself in the wildlife by staying in one of the unique lodges just minutes from the city centre yet inside Nairobi National Park—spot roaming zebra and rhinos right from your cottage balcony at The Emakoko.
Whatever you choose, Nairobi has diverse neighbourhoods and accommodation options catering to every taste – from bustling city hotels to luxe bush camps. Decide what experience you want, then pick a place to stay bringing you within easy access to Nairobi’s incredible attractions and urban jungle vibes
