Karen

Nairobi

A colonial-style house with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees.
A large, single-story house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and tall trees.
A paved pathway curving through a landscaped garden with cacti and trees.
Two giraffes standing on a paved area with a person feeding them.
A giraffe inside a building with large windows and a chandelier.

Stay near popular Karen attractions

A giraffe enclosure with trees and a clear sky.
Photo by Jonathan Wisner
Open Photo by Jonathan Wisner

Giraffe Centre

9.2/10 (644 reviews)
Visit the native and exotic 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.
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Things to do

Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared

$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared
Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park

Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park

$3
per infant
Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park
Nairobi: Kibera Slum

Nairobi: Kibera Slum (The Chocolate city)Guided Walking Tour

$15
per adult
Nairobi: Kibera Slum (The Chocolate city)Guided Walking Tour
Nairobi National Park Game drive and Elephant Orphanage

Nairobi National Park Game drive and Elephant Orphanage

$45
per adult
Nairobi National Park Game drive and Elephant Orphanage
Kibera Compassionate Walking Experience 3 Hours

Kibera Slum Compassionate Walking Experience 3 Hours

$25
per adult
Kibera Slum Compassionate Walking Experience 3 Hours
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Karen Hotel Deals

Karen Plains Hotel

Karen Plains Hotel

5 out of 5
Karen Plains Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
$70 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$83 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Karen Country Club and The Hub ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay! The staff were super helpful and always available whenever needed. A massive shout-out to the chef for making a banging breakfast every single morning. The room was incredibly comfy and clean, so I slept soundly every night. Wifi available throughout the hotel. ​Getting around ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Karen Plains Hotel
Hemingways Nairobi

Hemingways Nairobi

5 out of 5
Mbagathi Ridge Nairobi
$704 nightly
The price is $831 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$831 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Karen Country Club and Oloolua Nature ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"The infrastructure is amazing indeed 😍, very clean and organized from the lobby through the restaurant to the rooms is do beautiful. Great staff, just need a little bit of more presence on the staff. But at the spa it didn’t go well at all. The service was rushed, lots of interruptions in the journey. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Hemingways Nairobi
Wildebeest Eco Camp

Wildebeest Eco Camp

3 out of 5
Mokoyeti Rd W Nairobi Nairobi County
$72 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$86 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly tentalow in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Bomas ...
Wildebeest Eco Camp
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi Nairobi County
$162 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$192 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers Mall by IHG

4 out of 5
Off Limuru Rd at Runda, Two Rivers Mall Nairobi
$75 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$87 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Two Rivers Mall and Funscapes ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (197 reviews)
"Excellent location in a luxury mall, excellent breakfast buffet!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Holiday Inn Nairobi Two Rivers Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

5 out of 5
10 Lower Kabete Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
$175 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$205 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sarit Centre and Westgate Shopping Mall are ...
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
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Where to stay in Karen

Find the best Karen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Karen
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A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a dense urban layout.

Westlands

Restaurants, shopping, and spas are some highlights of Westlands. You might stop by Nairobi National Museum or Kenya National Theatre while you're in the area.

A city skyline with tall buildings, a lake reflecting the structures, and a park with trees.

Kilimani

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

A tower silhouetted against a sunset sky with clouds.

Embakasi

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

A giraffe in a grassy field with a city skyline in the background.

Nairobi West

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

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a large park with a lake, and boats on the water.
Photo by Kenya Tourism Board
Open Photo by Kenya Tourism Board

Nairobi Central

If you're spending some time in Nairobi Central, City Square and City Market are top sights worth seeing.

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