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

Two giraffes standing on a paved area with a fence, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor furniture.
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

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared

$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride

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

$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
2 Day Magical Masai Mara Fly in Safari

2 Day Magical Masai Mara Fly in Safari

$26
per adult
2 Day Magical Masai Mara Fly in Safari
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
From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour

From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour

$28
per adult
From Nairobi: Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Center Tour
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

4.5 out of 5
Karen Plains Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
$63 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$74 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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! (38 reviews)
"The staff was very nice"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

Karen Plains Hotel
Hemingways Nairobi

Hemingways Nairobi

5 out of 5
Mbagathi Ridge Nairobi
$669 nightly
The price is $778 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$778 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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! (110 reviews)
"Very nice property. Pretty place and has a kind of old English colonial vibe to it. Very cool. Very close to giraffe manor and the conservatory. I’d go there again if in Nairobi. The staff were very helpful and nice."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

Hemingways Nairobi
Wildebeest Eco Camp

Wildebeest Eco Camp

3 out of 5
Mokoyeti Rd W Nairobi Nairobi County
$72 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$85 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 Galleria ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
"Good place for 2 3 nights"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Wildebeest Eco Camp
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi Nairobi County
$152 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$179 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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
Nairobi Serena Hotel

Nairobi Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kenyatta Avenue / Processional Way Nairobi
$180 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$212 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)
"I love the Serena. Feels like you are in Kenya staying here and the staff, facilities and grounds are amazing. Location is perfect also."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Nairobi Serena Hotel
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi

4.5 out of 5
Chiromo Lane, Westlands Nairobi
$229 nightly
The price is $271 total per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
$271 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Nairobi National Museum and Oshwal ...
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
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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 Sarit Centre or Westgate Shopping Mall 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 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 Market and National Archives are top sights worth seeing.

A city skyline with tall buildings, including a distinctive tower with a clock and a cylindrical structure.
Photo by Kalunde Mbevi
Open Photo by Kalunde Mbevi

Kileleshwa

Kileleshwa is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Nairobi area, you might plan a trip to Yaya Centre or Sarit Centre.

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 The Nextgen Mall and Nairobi National Park.

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