Best Safari Lodges in Nairobi
The 17 best safari lodges in Nairobi, ranked by Google rating and review count.
Safari lodges are where the magic of Kenya's wilderness comes alive — fall asleep to the sounds of the bush and wake up to elephants at the waterhole. These lodges balance comfort with immersive wildlife encounters.
Kenya's capital is a city of contrasts — a thriving tech hub, culinary melting pot, and gateway to world-famous national parks. From Westlands to Karen, each neighbourhood has its own distinct character and appeal.
Among the highest-rated options, Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary, Nairobi Tented Camp and The Emakoko consistently earn top marks from visitors, with ratings of 4.8 stars or above. These standout venues are a great starting point for first-time visitors.
Hotels near Nairobi
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Masai Lodge
Maanzoni lodge ltd
The Last Village Lodge
Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary
Swara Acacia Lodge
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.Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm
Wildebeest Eco Camp
Osoita Lodge
Olsupat Lodge Kenya
The Emakoko
Karen Blixen Camp Mara North Conservancy, Masai Mara
Nairobi Tented Camp
Kwenia Eco Lodge
Outback Kenya Lodge
Saruni Basecamp Head Office
Sopa Lodges
Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge
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