Hotels in Nairobi offer wonderful accommodations in a destination nicknamed “Green City in the Sun”. Located in southern Kenya between Aberdare National Park to its north and Nairobi National Park to its south, Nairobi is about 250 miles east of Lake Victoria, which is Africa’s largest lake by area. One of Africa’s friendliest countries, Kenya is located on the continent’s eastern coast. Nairobi National Park is perhaps the world’s best location for experiencing big-game animals such as lions, rhinoceros, elephants, wildebeest, cheetah, hyena, leopards and giraffes. Known for its natural beauty, safari adventures, shopping, museums and cultural attractions, Nairobi is home to the critically endangered black rhino. The Green City in the Sun is a major starting point for safaris elsewhere in Kenya as well. When visiting Nairobi, keep in mind that you should not wear shorts in public and that you should be wary when roaming about at night. It may be best to avoid swimming in lakes, rivers and reservoirs to avoid potential Schistosomiasis, and likewise to refrain from drinking tap water. Kenya’s official languages are Swahili and English, currency is the Kenyan shilling, cars travel on the left-hand side and the legal drinking age is 18 years old. Hotels in Nairobi are some of the best you’ll find in Africa. Before we get to hotels in Nairobi, let’s take a look at some more background information on the area to help you along the way.
Founded relatively recently circa 1899, Nairobi was first under British East Africa rule. During the colonial period, the area produced coffee, tea and agave. In 1907, Nairobi became Kenya’s capital. On the Athi plains that lie east and south of present-day Nairobi, Nomadic Maasai lived and herded cattle among wildlife. In the forested highlands above Nairobi, Kikuyu people farmed. Kenya’s first national park, Nairobi National Park opened officially in 1946. Gaining independence in 1963, Nairobi has since established itself as a business and cultural center, and home to over 100 major international companies and organizations.
With a population of around 4.4 million people, Nairobi is the largest city and capital of Kenya. Average high temperatures hover at around 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the warm season, which spans from December to March. The city’s climate is considered subtropical highland. One of the most modern cities in Africa, as well as a major financial capital, Nairobi is home to Nairobi Securities Exchange, Parliament of Kenya, Kenyatta International Conference Centre, Westlands, Karen Blixen Museum, Nairobi National Museum, African Great Lakes and Nyayo National Stadium. Popular foods are Irio (a mashed peas and potato mix), Ugali (a type of maize flour porridge), rice, beans, corn, Kenyan stew, collard greens, roasted meats and Mandazi (a tasty dough ball similar to a doughnut). Drinks include Dawa (a type of vodka drink), beer, wine, champagne and tea. With some background knowledge on the area, it’s time for hotels in Nairobi that will help make for a memorable experience.
Acacia Tree Lodge
Marula Lane
Cottolengo Centre
Acacia Tree Lodge features a garden, free WiFi, free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, hairdryers, buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast and a restaurant. In the area you may find Karen Gym and Personal Training Center (gym), Maridadi Zawadi (gift shop), Under the Swahili Tree (family restaurant), Dimesse Sisters Karen (convent), Karen Country Club (golf course), Chakula Tayari (East African restaurant), Marula Manor ltd (event venue), 3 Stooges Grill (restaurant), Organic Farmers Market – Kenya (fresh food market), Go&Grub Pork & Fries (restaurant) and more.
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- Cottolengo Centre
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- Karen Blixen Museum
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- Youth for Conservation (YfC)
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- Oloolua Nature Trail
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- Langata Botanical Gardens
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- Burning Site and Picnic Area
- Uhuru Gardens Memorial Park
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Acacia Tree Lodge is 15 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $105
Edaala Comfort – Cottage Rooms
411 Ndovu Cresent
Nairobi Giraffe Centre
Edaala Comfort – Cottage Rooms offers a fitness center, free private parking, a garden, a shared lounge, a shared kitchen, a terrace, BBQ facilities, free WiFi, desks, patios, garden views, flat-screen TVs and continental or vegetarian breakfast. Karen – 417 (landmark), Boho Eatery (restaurant), Magical Fishing Safaris (fishing charter), Weddings & Events by Kui Ltd (event planner), Matbronze Art Gallery & Foundry (art gallery), The Tano Bora Grill (barbecue restaurant), Annadil Jamaly Sports Complex (sports complex), Kipevu Link (shopping mall) and more are nearby.
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- Nairobi Giraffe Centre
- Langata Botanical Gardens
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- Maro Gardens
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- Sasamoto Centre
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- Karen Blixen Museum
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- Railway Museum
- Nairobi Milliary Stone
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Edaala Comfort – Cottage Rooms is 13 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $63
Karen Gables
Mbagathi Ridge No 76D
Karen Blixen Museum
Built in Cape Dutch Style, Karen Gables has free private parking, hot tubs, a pool, pool, river and garden views, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs and car hire. Opportunity Factory (art handcraft), Harkness Cottage & Hotel (restaurant), Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages (restaurant), Karen Blixen Museum (museum), Karen Country Club (golf course) and more are in the vicinity.
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- Karen Blixen Museum
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- Oloolua Nature Trail
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- Cottolengo Centre
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- Ngong Stadium
- Langata Botanical Gardens
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- Nairobi Mamba Village
- Sasamoto Centre
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- Eden Square Office Block
- Museum Hill Centre
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Karen Gables is 16 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $393
Ololo Safari Lodge
South of Nairobi National Park
Multimedia University Kenya
Featuring a tranquil garden setting, an outdoor pool, earthly tones, modern Colonial-style furnishings, mosquito nets, hair dryers, an on site bar, an open air restaurant near the pool and overlooking the national park, a guest lounge located in the old original thatched farmhouse with open fireplace, a wine cellar and a small library, Ololo Safari Lodge is near Kitengela Hot Glass Ltd. – Studio (glassblower), Savanna Park Tree Nursery and Africa Nazarene University – Ongata Rongai Campus.
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- Nairobi National Park
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- Ivory Burning Site and Picnic Area
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- Multimedia University Kenya
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- Banda School
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- T-Mall Nairobi
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- Crown Paints Distributor Jihan Freighters Ltd
- Bomas of Kenya
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Ololo Safari Lodge is 8 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $350
Kepro Farm
Gataka Road, Mwai Close
Jordan Gardens
Free WiFi, free private parking, mountain or garden views, slippers and luggage storage are included at Kepro Farm.
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- Nairobi Giraffe Centre
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- Langata Botanical Gardens
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- Jordan Gardens
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- David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
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- Cottolengo Centre
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- Uhuru Gardens Memorial Park
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Kepro Farm is 14 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $393 (Double Room with Balcony): $92
Cost per person (four people): $23
Ngong Road Apartment
Ngong Road Casamia Building, 15th Floor
French School Playing Ground
Ngong Road Apartment has 2 bedrooms, a private pool, free WiFi, free private parking, a flat-screen TV, a fully-equipped kitchen and a washing machine. Clandes BBQ & GRILL (bar & grill), Casa Vera Lounge (bar), Ashaki Grill – Kindaruma Rd (African restaurant), Royal Nairobi Golf Club (golf course) and more are within range.
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- French School Playing Ground
- MR. KHAN PROPOSED
- KMTC Playground
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- Silanga Open Ground
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- Aziz’s Gymnasium
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- Olympic Academy Ground
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- Railway Museum
- Nairobi Milliary Stone
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- Nairobi National Museum
- Museum Hill Centre
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Ngong Road Apartment is 10 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night (Two-Bedroom Apartment): $67
Cost per person (four people): $16
Kindaruma Road Apartment
Kindaruma Road Heartland Garden – A504
KMTC Playground
Providing 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fitness center, a washing machine, free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a fully-equipped kitchen, a balcony, garden views and a playground, Kindaruma Road Apartment is near Ngong Road Apartment.
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- KMTC Playground
- French School Playing Ground
- MR. KHAN PROPOSED
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- Public Service Club
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- Aziz’s Gymnasium
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- Olympic Academy Ground
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- Uhuru Gardens Memorial Park
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- Ivory Burning Site and Picnic Area
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Kindaruma Road Apartment is 10 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night (Two-Bedroom Apartment): $69
Cost per person (four people): $17
Kileleshwa Studio Apartment
Gatundu Road Emilia Apartments
Kifaru Gardens
A restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace, pool views, air conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen and Full English/Irish breakfast are featured at Kileleshwa Studio Apartment, which is close to Crescent Apartments, Kileleshwa.
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- Hodari Junior Club
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- Kifaru Gardens
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- Jevanjee
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- The Yard
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- Museum Hill Centre
- Nairobi Snake Park
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- August 7th Memorial Park
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Kileleshwa Studio Apartment is 11 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $55
Lavington Apartment
Mbaazi Road
Impala Club
Offering 2 bedrooms, a private pool, free WiFi, free private parking, a flat-screen TV, a fully-equipped kitchen and a washing machine, Lavington Apartment can be found near Millenium Gardens (restaurant), AV LOUNGE (bar & grill), Geco Café (coffee shop), Surreal Salon and Spa (hair salon), Dau Swahili Restaurant, Edu’s Bar (bar & grill), Brazilian Rodizio (steak house), AVFitness Kenya (gym), The Hog House Kenya (butcher shop), Drinks Zetu (liquor store) and more.
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- Impala Club
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- Hodari Junior Club
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- Aziz’s Gymnasium
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- Olympic Academy Ground
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- Nairobi Mamba Village
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- Museum Hill Centre
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Lavington Apartment is 12 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $108
Hob House
Kitusuru
Kihingo Village
Fitted with a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, a shared lounge, a children’s playground, slippers, garden views and free parking, Hob House is in proximity to Hob House (Lebanese restaurant), Kanyi Bakes (bakery), Tasha Cake Creation (cake shop), Fitness Wheel Gym And Aerobics (gym), Skinners Restaurant and more.
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- Kihingo Village
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- Havilah Ranch
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- Kifaru Gardens
- St. Mary’s School Nairobi Games Pitches
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- Eden Square Office Block
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- Nairobi Milliary Stone
- August 7th Memorial Park
- Railway Museum
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- Mount Longonot
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Hob House is 13 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $135
Racecourse Gardens Apartment
Racecourse Gardens Apartments
Telcom Sporting Grounds
Racecourse Gardens Apartment provides a private pool, free WiFi, free private parking, a balcony, a fully-equipped kitchen and a flat-screen TV. House of sweat kenya (gym) is a few buildings southward.
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- Telcom Sporting Grounds
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- Impala Club
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- Hodari Junior Club
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- Uhuru Gardens Memorial Park
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- Museum Hill Centre
- Nairobi National Museum
- Railway Museum
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Racecourse Gardens Apartment is 13 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $26
Palacina The Residence & The Suites
Kitale Lane
Shifteye Gallery
Palacina The Residence & The Suites features free WiFi, an on-site restaurant, a fitness center, a swimming pool set in a large, manicured lawn, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, full kitchenettes and garden views. Near here you’ll find Moonflower Restaurant, The Angelsmile Atelier (clothing store), Pete’s Cafe (restaurant), Oro Restaurant And Lounge, Kuona Artists Collective (art center), St Georges Assembly Ground (fairground), CrivonSpring Lounge (bar) and more.
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- Kasuku Centre
- Nairobi Arboretum
- Shifteye Gallery
- Yaya Centre
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- Netherlands Embassy
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- Prestige Plaza
- The Nairobi Hospital
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- Nairobi Art Centre
- Kipro Centre
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- Nairobi National Museum
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Palacina The Residence & The Suites is 10 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night (two-bedroom penthouse): $284
Cost per person (four people): $72
Fairview Hotel
Second Ngong Avenue
All Saints Cathedral Nairobi
With an outdoor pool, a sun terrace, a restaurant, a bar, classically decorated rooms, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, seating areas, tea and coffee facilities, bathrobes, slippers, free WiFi, a fitness center, a tour desk, a 24-hour front desk and meeting facilities, Fairview Hotel is found near Kings Prism Towers (business center), New Life SDA Cafe, Cake Galleria (bakery), The Plato (restaurant), Radlee’s Cafe, Argenti Restaurant & Lounge and more.
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- All Saints Cathedral Nairobi
- The Nairobi Hospital
- Uhuru Park
- Kenya Railway Golf Club
- Nairobi Gallery
- Nyayo House
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- Imax Kenya
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- Nairobi National Museum
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Fairview Hotel is 9 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night: $127
Yaya Towers & Hotel
Argwings Kodhek Road
Yaya Centre Nairobi
With an outdoor pool, a tennis court, a basketball court, a game room, free WiFi, BBQ facilities, a children’s playground, seating areas, satellite TVs, DVD players, dining areas, kitchens, a fitness center, a shared lounge, a 24-hour front desk and free parking, Yaya Towers & Hotel is in the vicinity of Yaya Centre (shopping mall), Sierra Brasserie (restaurant), Fresh Choice Green Grocers, Foxxies Lounge (bar), Kifaru Bar, Newscafe – Adlife (cafe), Bleau LOUNGE (club), RubiCut Gardens (restaurant), Mambos Barbeque, Shifteye Studios (photography studio) and more.
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- Yaya Centre Nairobi
- Shifteye Gallery
- Prestige Plaza
- Adams Arcade Shopping Centre
- Royal Nairobi Golf Club
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- iHub
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- Nairobi Art Centre
- Kasuku Centre
- Nairobi Arboretum
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- Lavington Green Shopping Centre
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- Central Park
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- Freedom Heights Mall
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Yaya Towers & Hotel is 10 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Approximate cost per night (three-bedroom suite): $468
Cost per person (five people): $94
So there they are, hotels in Nairobi that will help make for a great experience. We hope you have found this information valuable and most of all, that you enjoy your time in Kenya!