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Karen, Nairobi — Best Places
Best of Karen
Upscale suburban enclave with fine dining and luxury stays
Restaurants in Karen
48 places, sorted by rating
More restaurants in Karen
- Haru RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- The Venue Bar and BistroCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- Java House KeraraponCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- Tamarind Brasserie RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- Open House KarenStreet Food · Karen · Google 4.5
- Artcaffé Restaurant KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- Big Smoke KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- Cave à MangerCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.7
- SUSHI RAMEN BAR by ChiQ Japanese RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.6
- Măm Măm KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.6
- GMC Choma Ranch and Pizzeria - KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.6
- The Mayura, KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- Tin Roof Café - KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- Eagle Peak Spur KenyaCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- Embark DiningCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.7
- Bush Cayenne Restaurant, KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.6
- La CascinaCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- Roast By CarnivoreCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.2
- Bubble Moon Caffè BOBACafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.7
- Karen Kitchen, One Stop ArcadeCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- Saab Bakery and CafeCafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.4
- Connect Coffee MuseumCafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.3
- POINTZERO COFFEECafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.3
- The Bull, KarenCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.4
- Palomino Reserve,KarenFine Dining · Karen · Google 4.8
- Eleven LoungeCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.4
- Panarottis Karen WaterfrontCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- SaitotisCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- SpassoFine Dining · Karen · Google 4.4
- Phoenician GardensCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.6
- Hatton's Lounge, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & CottagesCafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.5
- Karen Oasis RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- Spring Valley Coffee @ KarenCafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.5
- Forest Breeze GardensCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.5
- Mama Ashanti waterfrontCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.1
- Bracy FarmCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.2
- The Pastry PalaceCafes & Bakeries · Karen · Google 4.3
- The Grassy Knoll Bar & RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.2
- Bushmark RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.4
- Sheikh's Bbq And GrillCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.3
- The Graceful RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 4.1
- Babette's Fine Dining RestaurantCasual Dining · Karen · Google 3.8
Hotels in Karen
12 places, sorted by rating
Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.Hemingways Nairobi, an SLH Hotel
Great for CouplesBusiness
Google 4.7 (3,149)
Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages
Solo-FriendlyGreat for Groups
Google 4.5 (2,138)$$
Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.House of Waine: Hotel in Karen Nairobi
Great for CouplesBusiness
Google 4.6 (269)
Top Pick 2026Top Picks have a Google rating of 4.5 or higher from 200+ reviews and are still open. They are never paid for.Karen Gables
Great for CouplesBusiness
Google 4.6 (230)
Karen Blixen Camp Mara North Conservancy, Masai Mara
Great for Couples
Google 4.6 (196)
The Drexel House Kenya
Great for CouplesBusiness
Google 4.8 (65)
More hotels in Karen
- Nairobi Tented CampSafari Lodges · Karen · Google 4.7
- Saruni Basecamp Head OfficeSafari Lodges · Karen · Google 4.5
- Margarita HouseLuxury Hotels · Karen · Google 4.4
- Spurwing Guest House B & BBudget Hotels · Karen · Google 4.7
- Milimani BackpackersBudget Hotels · Karen · Google 3.9
- Shompole WildernessLuxury Hotels · Karen · Google 4.7
Attractions in Karen
2 places, sorted by rating
Shopping in Karen
5 places, sorted by rating
Nightlife & Leisure in Karen
5 places, sorted by rating
Getting Around Karen
By Taxi
Uber and Bolt are widely available. Expect 10-15 minute rides from the city center.
By Matatu
Local minibus services run frequently. Ask locals for the best routes to Karen.
Walking
The neighborhood is walkable during daylight hours. Use sidewalks where available.