Thompson Estate Travel Guide
Nairobi
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Popular places to visit
Nairobi National Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Nairobi National Park and also enjoy the safari tours in Nairobi. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Giraffe Centre
Meet the 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.
Kenyatta International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Kenyatta International Convention Centre during your trip to Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.
University of Nairobi
Walk around the campus at University of Nairobi during your stay in Nairobi. Discover the area's shops or seek out its safari tours.
City Market
During your trip to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Market. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area.
The Junction Shopping Mall
During your trip to Nairobi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Junction Shopping Mall. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the safari tours.
Things to do
Safari Tour; Nairobi National Park
Day Trip: Hell's Gate Bike Ride & Lake Naivasha Boat Ride
Nairobi Experience: Small Group Walking Tour with a Local
Nairobi Fairview Coffee Farm Tour and Tasting experience
Nairobi National Park Half-Day Tour; Free Wi-Fi connection
Nairobi:Elephant orphanage, Giraffe center, kobe beads tour
Top hotels in Thompson Estate
Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
We stayed at the Hyatt Place in Nairobi while attending a wedding and honestly it was the best decision. We briefly moved to Landmark Suites to be with the rest of the group, but the accommodations there were so poor that we came right back to the Hyatt Place. The difference was night and day. The ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
Very good
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi
Well maintained historical place in central-ish Nairobi.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Meridian Hotel
This is a hotel that has been/is being renovated and is trying to become much more attractive for international business and tourist travellers. While the staff was incredibly kind and pleasant, it seems pretty clear that they don't understand what a higher level of service looks like. The AC in ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill
This hotel is a “hidden gem” in Nairobi. We have stayed here a number of times over the years. Very clean. Staff is helpful and kind. Breakfast is always excellent.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thompson Estate
Lavington
While Lavington may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yaya Centre and Sarit Centre.
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.
Muthangari
If you're spending some time in Muthangari, ABC Place and UNHCR Kenya are top sights worth seeing.
Kilimani
Kilimani is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaya Centre and Arboretum.
Upper Hill
Spas and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Upper Hill. A stop by Kenya Railway Golf Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Highridge
While visiting Highridge, you might make a stop by sights like Sarit Centre and Westgate Shopping Mall.
