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About Nairobi
The capital of Kenya is a thriving cultural, industrial and tourist centre, that’s trying to westernise at a quick rate. Most of the best eating and drinking is in the hotels but there are good options elsewhere too, especially in Westlands.
Homosexuality is prohibited under the country’s laws and is morally unacceptable in their society.
Kenya has no room for homosexuals and lesbians. Though rarely enforced, punishment in Kenya for gay sex is five to 14 years in jail. Sex between women is not mentioned in the law.
We have listed some of the best straight venues on our website.
Nairobi Hotels
Fairview Hotel
Very classy 3 star that is more like a 5 star. Features 5 in-house dining and drinking options. Family-run intimacy rather than big chain anonymity. A lower-cost value-for-money alternative.
Bishops RoadTel No: +254 20 288 1000
Sarova Stanley Hotel
Impressive 5-star option – genuinely high-end. Great central location and the service to match. Not too attractive from the outside but more than made up for. Not as expensive as you might think for this Big Boy.
Kimathi Street & Kenyatta AvenueTel No: +254 20 276 7000
Hilton Nairobi Hotel
Solid Hilton offering in the heart of the city. Good in-house options – 4 restaurants plus bar. Also includes fitness centre and outdoor heated pool. Dependable and conservative choice.
Mama Ngina StreetTel No: +254 20 279 0000
Holiday Inn
Historic city hotel that was formerly the Mayfair Court Hotel. Popular for both business and leisure travel. Situated in the popular shopping and residential suburb of Parklands. Good in-house drinking dining and plenty of options nearby.
Cnr Parklands Road Msapo CLSTel No: +254 20 374 0920
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
Nairobi’s best known and possibly its finest hotel. Over 100 years old now but perfectly updated for the modern traveller. Includes the highly-popular Lord Delamere Terrace Bar. Classy colonial-style luxury.
Harry Thuku RoadTel No: +254 20 221 6940
House of Waine
Attractive boutique hotel in the outskirts of the cityLocated in the leafy Karen area – think ‘Out of Africa’ and you’d be right!Quiet peaceful rather than bursting livelyA smart and unique alternative to the chains
Cnr Masai Lane/Bogani RoadTel No: +254 20 891 820
Nairobi Bars / Club
Lord Delamere Terrace Bar
Possibly the best old colonial bar in town. In-house bar at the Fairmont Norfolk Hotel. Popular with the ex-pat community as you’d expect. Ideal for people-watching in smart surroundings.
Norfolk HotelHarry Thuku Road
Tel No: +254 20 221 6940
Pavement
Well known Nairobi bar-resto-club. Open 24hrs and can get extremely lively in here. Restaurant serves up mainly Eastern cuisine. Good location in amongst plenty of other activity.
Westview CentreWaiyaki Way
Tel No: +254 20 444 1711
Havana Bar
Few-years-old bar that has developed a popular following. Located in the heart of the trendy Westlands area. Split into 3 sections – outside terrace main bar and restaurant. Plenty of entertainment here including big screen sports and bands.
Woodvale GrooveWestlands
Tel No: +254 20 445 0653
Safari Bar
Impressive in-house bar at the InterContinental Nairobi. Expect a colonial charm and clubby atmosphere. Good mix of visitors and locals especially later on. Salsa karaoke blues jazz and other genres often feature.
InterContinental HotelCity Hall Way
Tel No: +254 20 320 0000
Florida 2000 Discotheque
Big happening club that’s known locally as ‘F2. Probably Kenya’s most popular venue. The whole complex includes 8 separate bars and a casino. Loads going on here.
Moi AvenueTel No: +254 20 221 7269
Soho’s
Lively popular club/bar that pulls a smart crowd. Popular with ex-pats as well as well-to-do locals. Splits into 3 sections – outside bar, nightclub and VIP area. Upbeat lively hangout in a good location.
Parklands RoadWestlands
Tel No: +254 20 374 5710
Nairobi Restaurants
Alan Bobbe’s Bistro
French Bistro that’s regarded by many as the best restaurant in Nairobi. Open (for dinner) on a Saturday night only -make sure you book in advance. Free pick-ups from any city centre hotel are available. Dress smart and expect to pay a little more.
Cianda HouseKoinange Street
Tel No: +254 20 224 945
Tamarind
Nairobis leading seafood restaurant. Has been voted Kenya’s ‘Restaurant Of The Year’ on several occasions. If you don’t like seafood don’t worry – venison steak and poultry also on the menu! One of the best eating options in the city.
National Bank BuildingHaile Selassie Avenue
Tel No: +254 20 251 811
Carnivore
‘Africas Greatest Eating Experience? Specialises in a variety of exotic meat dishes such as crocodile and ostrich. Worth a visit as it’s quite a show. ‘Simba Saloon’ offers an a la carte menu by day and heaving nightclub by night.
Langata RoadTel No: +254 20 605 933
Trattoria
Rock-solid Italian restaurant. A lunchtime institution for Nairobis business types. Serves up all the main Italian favourites. Open from 7.30am to midnight.
Kaunda Street/Wabera StreetTel No: +254 20 340 855
Panda Chinese Restaurant
Most likely the best Chinese food in Nairobi. Classy option that’s hidden away on Kaunda St. Lovers of Muzak will also be in their element here. Not cheap – but worth it if Chinese is your must-have.
Fedha TowersKaunda St
Tel No: +254 20 213 018
Supreme Restaurant
Impressive Indian restaurant that is a well established Nairobi favourite. South Indian cuisine’s the thing in this veggie-friendly option. Good central location for beers before or after. Not a huge choice of Indians here but this one’s pretty solid.
River RoadTel No: +254 20 331 586
Nairobi Arts, Culture and Leisure
Royal Nairobi Golf Club
Impressive local golf club founded in 1906. Now a testing 7021 yards par 71 18-holer. Outstanding views over the Ngong Hills. Upmarket and colonial in feel.
Ngong RoadTel No: +254 20 725 769
Karen Country Club
Impressive country club located only 12 miles from the city. Features a demanding 6934 yards par 72 course. Excellent additional facilities including swimming, snooker and squash. Private members’ club so call in advance re temporary membership.
Karen RoadTel No: +254 20 884 089
International Casino
City casino with 11000 square foot gaming space. Features 100 gaming machines and 5 table games. Open weekdays 9pm-3am weekends holidays 4pm-3:30am. Also includes 3 restaurants in-house.
Westlands RoadMuseum Hill
Tel No: +254 20 374 2600
Jockey Pub
Jazz club every Tuesday night. Hosted within the central Hilton Hotel. Performances kick-off at 8pm. No specific jazz clubs in Nairobi – this is one of several that utilise other venues.
Nairobi Hilton HotelMama Ngina Street
Tel No: +254 20 339 462
Nairobi Gymkhana Club
International cricket ground and the main venue in Kenya. Located outwith the centre but still within the city. Has hosted International tests as well as regular National League matches. Capacity of 7000.
NairobiTel No: +254 20 374 1311
Visit Africa Limited
If you have time for a day safaritrip these are the guysThere’s a national park only 45 minutes from the city centre with all the big gameA Kenyan ‘must-do’ and easily accessibleNot too expensive for this unique experience
3rd FloorQueensway House
Kaunda StreetTel No: +254 20 220 838