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Popular rental locations in Nairobi

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Car rental companies in Nairobi

Below are the car rental companies in Nairobi with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Europcar

    8 (9006)
    From £ 46 / day
  • Autounion Car Rental

    7.6 (245)
    From £ 26 / day
  • Express Impress

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Avis

    8.3 (6687)
    No rates available
  • Budget

    8.4 (10506)
    No rates available
  • Hertz

    7.9 (7810)
    No rates available
  • Thrifty

    8.7 (6085)
    No rates available
  • Green Motion

    7.3 (2203)
    From £ 28 / day
  • U-Save Auto Rental

    7.2 (279)
    No rates available
  • Right Cars

    No reviews
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When is the best time to book a rental car in Nairobi?

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Nairobi), April is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Nairobi), June is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Nairobi), June is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Nairobi), April is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Nairobi), September is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Nairobi), December is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. April is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Nairobi), January is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Nairobi), April is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. April is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Nairobi), June is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Nairobi), December is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. April is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Nairobi - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Nairobi), December is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. February is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

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Nairobi Guide

Nairobi’s vibrant atmosphere, cultural charm and proximity to some of Kenya’s most acclaimed natural attractions explain its appeal as a holiday destination.

The best place to get to know this African capital is the broad, multi-laned Kenyatta Avenue, famed for its flowering trees and shrubs. At the eastern end of the avenue is the Stanley Hotel's Thorn Tree Cafe, the most popular meeting place in the city, and a perfect spot to observe people in this multicultural town while enjoying a soothing drink. Just north of Kenyatta Avenue is the magnificent Jamia Mosque, the largest and most ornate in Kenya.

One of Nairobi’s attributes is that all its main sightseeing areas are within walking distance of each other. The highlights include the superb National Museum, Snake Museum and interesting National Archives, with an acclaimed exhibition of paintings and handcrafts complementing its collection of documents.

The central area of Nairobi has most of the city’s best accommodations and finest restaurants. Nightlife is exciting and varied, with bars and cafes to suit all tastes.

Nairobi is a convenient base from which to discover the wildlife of the Africa. Easily accessible is the world-famous Nairobi National Park, while, for the family, the nearer Langata Giraffe Centre is an entertaining day trip.

Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has connections to many European and several US cities, and transportation into the city is regular and reliable.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Kenyan shilling
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 km/h
  • Language
    English, Swahili
  • Popular car category
    Intermediate

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