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Where should you stay in Nairobi?
Find the neighbourhood that fits your trip, from lively Westlands to leafy Karen and quiet Gigiri.
Best neighbourhoods in Nairobi
From buzzing city life to peaceful, leafy suburbs: the most popular areas for visitors.” Note on the right: “Six areas, one city.
Westlands
Vibrant, modern and full of great restaurants, bars and hotels.
$$–$$$
Kilimani
Trendy and central, great for longer stays, with cafés and easy access.
$$–$$$
Karen
Leafy and luxurious, close to Nairobi National Park and top attractions. |
$$$–$$$$
Gigiri
Quiet and green, home to the UN offices and several embassies.
$$$–$$$$
Near JKIA
Convenient for early flights, late arrivals and short stays.
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What to know before you book
Traffic matters
Rush hours are slow. Stay close to where you'll spend your days.
Check what's included
Breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking and airport pickup vary a lot.
Choose secure apartments
Look for a gated building, a guard and recent reviews.
Airport access
For a very early flight, consider a night near JKIA.
FAQ
Getting around Nairobi from where you're staying
Taxis, ride-hailing, matatus and the Expressway, with tips to make it easy.
Westlands. It has the widest choice of hotels, restaurants and nightlife, and the Expressway makes the airport easy to reach outside rush hour.
