During the early 1990s, tribal clashes killed thousands and left tens of thousands homeless. Ethnically split opposition groups allowed the regime of Daniel Toroitich arap MOI, in power since 1978, to be reelected for a fourth term in 1997 in balloting marred by violence and fraud. Five star hotels include the oldest hotel in Nairobi, the Norfolk Hotel. Even if you are not staying there a sunset drink on it's famous terrace is a must. There is a Hilton, an Intercontinental and few other famous chains.
Eating is also a pleasure in Nairobi.
Two restaurants that you must visit are the Tamarind which offers some of the best seafood found in the world. It is not cheap but you pay for what you get. But by far the most famous restaurant in Nairobi is the Carnivore, where you will be able to taste some of the local game, antelope, crocodile, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, and the more traditional meats. The Dawa is vodka with lime and ice served with some honey on a stick. It is delicious and lethal as you never know when you had enough.