Everyone likes to save time, especially when they are out shopping. After all, it gets cumbersome when moving from one building to the other while shopping. This makes shopping malls the best answer because they are large buildings with all your shopping needs under one roof. You might be wondering about the types of services rendered or businesses run in malls. Well, various items and services are provided under one roof which gives you the best shopping experience. Restaurants, entertainment joints, banks, boutiques, and games are also found in malls. Parklands is one area with big malls to capture the high population. Here is a list of some of these malls.
1. Sarit Center
This is one of the best places to visit while in Parklands. Everything is offered under one roof. This includes entertainment, restaurants, offices, and medical facilities, to name but a few. The best thing about Sarit Center is the food court, not to mention the brewery. There is also ample parking space just in case you need somewhere to park. With the recent renovations that have been done, there is an increased number of shops and eateries, and a movie theater. Public toilets and a play area for the kids are also available.
Location: Pio Gama Pinto Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 0111 040600
Working hours: Daily 6 am to 11:30 pm Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.4 stars, (15,330 reviews)
2. Westgate Shopping Mall
Known as East Africa’s finest shopping, leisure, and pleasure destination mall, Westgate Mall has lots of entertainment activities for the general public and the whole family. It is easily accessible from the city suburbs, making it an ideal venue for meet-ups and get-togethers. Here you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, ample parking, improved security, top food chains, cinema, and clothing stores, among others. As for food lovers, there’s a Carrefour supermarket and food court, not to mention an Indian restaurant. The establishment is wheelchair accessible at the toilets, lifts, entrance, and seating areas. Shoppers can also engage in exciting and enlightening events including games like bowling.
Location: 15 Mwanza Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 0715 557 775
Working hours: 8 am to 12 am Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.5 stars, (12,688 reviews)
3. Lavington Mall
Located along James Gichuru Road, Lavington Mall has several service options like kerbside pickups, in-store pick-ups, same-day deliveries, and in-store shopping from various businesses in the building. Additionally, there is an entertainment center with children’s playing areas, classy bars, and liquor stores. Beauty salons, retail stores, restaurants plus supermarkets are also available for those keen on shopping. The Maasai market in the building is open every Saturday. Security is guaranteed by a secure parking lot and CCTV cameras.
Location: James Gichuru Road, Nairobi.
Contacts: 0719 142 527
Working hours: 6 am to 10 pm Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.3 stars, (9,495 reviews)
4. The Village Market
The Village Market has a large retail complex with an electric mix of stores and restaurants with a somewhat sophisticated ambiance. Being one of the largest malls in the country, you find more reasons to shop there. The mall is well maintained by the staff and cleanliness is of paramount importance. The cultural home decor and assorted fashion makes it stand out from other malls. The mall has so much to offer including games and entertainment, but when you visit, you will surely find something that will take your fancy.
Location: Off Limuru Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 020 7122488
Working hours: 8:30 am to 10 pm Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.6 stars, (7,753 reviews)
5. The Mall, Westlands
This mall has a Naivas supermarket branch, just in case you need somewhere to shop for household items and food. It works best for couples who want to eat out with some privacy. Granted, it is also suitable for business lunches and dinners because of the Haandi restaurant for Indian and Chinese cuisine. That said, it is still a great place for teens to be entertained. It has a cool environment with large spaces to accommodate a sizable crowd. What’s more, it’s unique because of the photo studio and super friendly security.
Location: Ring road, parklands, Nairobi
Contacts: 020 4445499
Working hours: 24 hours Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.2 stars, (4,525 reviews)
6. Diamond Plaza 2
Diamond Plaza is famously known as Little India. Here you can rest as you eat from different restaurants inside. If you are keen on shopping, a grocery store and supermarket are located here. There is a movie theater for entertainment lovers and a Maasai curio shop. A comfortable and serene play area exists for children, so you can be sure that your kids will have fun. Public toilets are available and the parking space outside is enough and secure.
Location: Fourth Parklands Road
Contacts: 0720 571 301
Working hours: 24 hours Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.3 stars, (4,010 reviews)
7. Rosslyn Riviera Mall
If you want to have an experience unlike any other, visit Rosslyn Riviera Mall. It is wheelchair accessible at the entrance and the lift, public washrooms are available, and it is not crowded. It is also accessible. There is a Java Coffee House just in case you want a place to relax with either family or friends. Free ample parking space is provided and the security is very tight. And with a serene environment, you can shop around or just relax in any restaurant available.
Location: Limuru Road, Nairobi
Contacts: 0700 362 654
Working hours: 8 am to 8 pm Monday to Saturday. 9 am to 8 pm on Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.3 stars, (3,000 reviews)
8. ABC Place Nairobi
It is the ultimate place for new brands, experiences, and ideas. Also, it is a definitive shopping destination demonstrating that shopping is about inspiration, fun, and peace of mind. It has a play area for kids and a lift at the entrance. What’s more, it’s not crowded, giving you the calm and quiet you so desire. Additionally, it has affordable restaurants, a pleasant atmosphere, plenty of parking, good security, and location.
Location: Waiyaki Way, Nairobi
Contacts: 0715 456222
Working hours: Open 24hrs Mondays to Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.4 stars, (1,810 reviews)
9. Sky Mall
Sky mall offers you all Indian delicacies under one roof. And with a food court, you have somewhere to relax while eating. What’s more, a vegetarian diet is on the menu. The Sky Hotel in the building offers accommodation, just in case you are looking for a home away from home. There’s ample and secure parking outside and in the basement. You can check out what more is on offer when you visit the mall.
Location: Fourth Parklands Avenue
Contacts: 0792 234 152
Working hours: 9 am to 9:30 pm on Mondays to Thursdays. 9 am to 10.30 pm on Fridays to Saturdays. 9 am to 9.30 pm on Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.0 star, (1,228 reviews)
10. Highway Mall
As the name suggests, this mall is quite accessible as you head towards Nyayo Stadium. It has beauty parlors, and eateries including a Java Coffee House branch, an optical shop, and even a forex bureau. The building is well-maintained and has secure parking for customers. Whenever you are visiting malls in Parklands, be sure to add this one to the list.
Location: Uhuru Highway, Nairobi
Contacts: 0787 777 949
Working hours: 8 am to 8 pm Mondays to Saturdays. 8 am to 6 pm on Sundays.
Google Rating: 4.2 stars, (495 reviews)
Conclusion
Parklands is one area of Nairobi with so many malls to meet all your shopping needs. Not only are they accessible via tarmacked roads, but they also have security and a mole parking space. To add icing to the cake, they are open late at night just in case your schedule doesn’t allow you to shop during the day.
