Nairobi is not only the administrative and commercial capital of Kenya, but is a regional banking, diplomatic and aviation hub in East and Central Africa region. It is a major gateway to Kenya, the Great Lakes Region and the Horn of Africa Region. Nick-named the Green City in the Sun, Nairobi is the only third-world city to host the global headquarters of a major United Nations agency. The city hosts the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP) headquarters in the Gigiri Diplomatic District. Nairobi is also the only  capital city in the world to host a national park within its boundaries. The Nairobi National Park is situated less than 15 km from the city center and hosts some of the big five such as the lion and the cheetah.

Due to its status as a regional hub, Nairobi plays host to numerous national, regional and international meets that include presidential and diplomatic delegations, executive and humanitarian conferences and trade exhibitions. 

This has seen the progressive development of a world-class hospitality industry that boasts of star-rated, award-winning hotels, pubs and restaurants within and around the Nairobi Metro Region. These facilities offer unmatched product and service offerings in the region tailor-made to suit individual needs ranging from the Presidential entourage to the budget tourist.

The Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers enjoys the membership of star-rated hotels and airline catering providers in the Nairobi metro region.