Hotels near Wilson Airport - WIL, Nairobi

As an Asian woman traveling alone I got starred at a lot…and when I was at the food court or a store, they were pressuring me to buy their products. I know I can just walk away, which I did but they will follow you. I would say this place isn’t ideal for solo traveler. But I did join a group tour and some day tour which was great.

Nairobi is over rated. It is a typical African country. Don’t let the tall buildings in Nairobi fool you. It is a third world country. I went to Kenya to see if I could retire there. But after going, I know that I could never live there. I even canceled my appointment with the real estate lady. The people are struggling. Lots of people on the streets trying to sell you something. The roads are dirty and sidewalks even worst. Traffic is ridiculous. People missing each other with their cars by inches. They built a nice freeway there, but they charge a small toll to drive on it and most people can’t afford to pay it. So the freeway traffic is smooth and quick. But the traffic on the street where most of the people drive is a nightmare. Lots of people in makeshift places selling their goods. This was my 18 trip to Africa. I really love Africa. But I didn’t care too much for Kenya. So many other countries in Africa are better than Kenya. If you go, go there for a particular purpose. Like going on safari. But be warned, it can be a little pricey, but well worth seeing the animals. Which I may do if I come again. I would like to check out Mombasa too. The giraffe center is a must see. But the Kibera slums will depress you. You will stop complaining about your life. It will make you appreciate what you have at home. But I needed to see it. Oh, and go to the Westgate Mall and surrounding area. That was not bad.

Nairobi is a perfect place to visit. From the rich and vibrant colours and culture, to the natural beauty and access to national parks located right next to the city. The sandy beaches of the Coast are only a few hours away by train or an hour by flight. You will never run out of amazing things to do while in Nairobi.

Definitely one of the better countries and cities in Africa. Some parts of Nairobi is so well developed one get the feeling one is in some parts of Europa/East Asia. The people are very polite and friendly.

Nairobi Kenya 🇰🇪 is a great city , the capital city of Africa, for entrepreneurs like me I see it as the silicon savannah of Africa! The city has everything u need for your comfort while traveling for business or personal holiday. The only thing you need to be careful with is ask prices upfront, then bargain if u can , don't pay for anything until u see and touch it , even hotel rooms... You have to see first and feel the vibe . Use reputable companies like Uber for transportation if u haven't hired personal vehicle, it's easier to report them through the App than just random guys , lastly don't walk around downtown alone at night , u might lose your items . Overall people are kind and welcoming, enjoy your stay 🛫✈️🏝️

Different to my prior travelling experiences, however once I settled in and became more familiar with locals customs and found the basic services, so I grew to really like Nairobi. The climate, the weather is sensational, overall the people are generally very friendly and welcoming. The fact that pretty much all speak very good English, simply makes the stay so much more pleasant and enjoyable.