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

Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive With Free Pick Up

Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive With Free Pick Up

￥11,378
per adult
Nairobi National Park Half-Day Game Drive With Free Pick Up
Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park

Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park

￥439
per infant
Golden Hour Safari: Afternoon Game Drive in Nairobi park
Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center

Nairobi: National Park, Elephants & Giraffe Center Shared

￥8,626
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

￥9,155
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Nairobi: Kibera Slum

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

￥2,438
per adult
Nairobi: Kibera Slum (The Chocolate city)Guided Walking Tour
Ngong Hills: Guided Hiking Tour with Optional Activities

Ngong Hills: Guided Hiking Tour with Optional Activities

￥6,177
per adult
Ngong Hills: Guided Hiking Tour with Optional Activities
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Karen Hotel Deals

Karen Plains Hotel

Karen Plains Hotel

5 out of 5
Karen Plains Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is ￥13,745 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
￥13,745
￥16,219 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & 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! (20 reviews)
"Excellent stay and very affordable price."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Karen Plains Hotel
Hemingways Nairobi

Hemingways Nairobi

5 out of 5
Mbagathi Ridge Nairobi
The price is ￥111,251 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
￥111,251
￥142,401 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & 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! (106 reviews)
"Absolutely loved it. Rooms are incredible. The hotel is decorated to beautifully with immense grounds to enjoy. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to stay here again - this will be my go to when I come to Nairbobi. Karen is serene and beautiful."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Hemingways Nairobi
Wildebeest Eco Camp

Wildebeest Eco Camp

3 out of 5
Mokoyeti Rd W Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is ￥11,876 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
￥11,876
￥14,014 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly tentalow in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Yaya Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"I had a wonderful comfortable room with ensuite. It was quiet and clean, the staff were very friendly. There is a driver if you want to go on any tours. The breakfast was lovely, there was no buffet as it was low season, but an al a carte menu and snack menu were available. I just found the place ..."

Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Wildebeest Eco Camp
The Residences at Karen Country Club

The Residences at Karen Country Club

2.5 out of 5
Karen Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is ￥43,617 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
￥43,617
￥51,468 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Oloolua Nature Trail and Karen Country Club ...
The Residences at Karen Country Club
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport

5 out of 5
Mombasa Road Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is ￥26,590 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
￥26,590
￥31,376 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (796 reviews)
"The breakfast was plentiful! The facilities are beautiful. The staff are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands

5 out of 5
10 Lower Kabete Rd Nairobi Nairobi County
The price is ￥27,712 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
￥27,712
￥34,640 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nairobi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Yaya Centre and Sarit Centre are located ...
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 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 Kenya National Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Nairobi West

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

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.

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