WHX Nairobi (formerly Medic East Africa): Hotels & Where to Stay
16 Sept – 18 Sept 2026 Sarit Expo Centre, Westlands 6,000+ attendees
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WHX Nairobi, formerly Medic East Africa, takes place in September 2026 at the Sarit Expo Centre in the Westlands district of Nairobi. It is East Africa's leading healthcare and medical trade exhibition, bringing together medical equipment, diagnostics, hospital supplies, pharmaceuticals and healthcare technology under one roof. The show draws thousands of doctors, hospital administrators, distributors, procurement officers and health-ministry delegates from Kenya and across the region, making it a key sourcing and networking event for East African healthcare. Because the Sarit Expo Centre sits in Westlands — a compact, popular business and hotel district — the well-located hotels nearby are limited in number and book out quickly when the show and concurrent conferences are on. Nairobi's traffic makes staying close to the venue especially valuable. Event Escapes shows live, bookable rates sorted by real distance from the Sarit Expo Centre, so you can prioritise hotels genuinely close in Westlands rather than committing to a slow cross-city commute.
Popular areas for attendees: Westlands (near Sarit) · Kilimani · Nairobi CBD.
- Hotels are distance-ranked from the Sarit Expo Centre so you can see what is truly close in Westlands.
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Event at a glance
- Dates
- 16 Sept – 18 Sept 2026
- Venue
- Sarit Expo Centre, Westlands
- City
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Airport
- NBO
- Attendance
- 6,000+
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Rates shown for the event window, Tue, Sep 15 → Sat, Sep 19 (arrive the day before, leave the day after) — or choose your own dates above.
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Getting there
From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
- NBO is the nearest major airport, typically 45–75 minutes by road to Westlands depending on Nairobi traffic.
- Prebooked hotel cars and app-based rideshare (Uber/Bolt) are the most reliable transfer options.
- Agree fares in advance or use an app; keep your hotel and venue details written down for drivers.
Getting around during WHX Nairobi (formerly Medic East Africa)
Getting around Nairobi and to the venue
- App-based rideshare (Uber/Bolt) is the easiest and most predictable way to reach the Sarit Expo Centre.
- Westlands is compact, so hotels near the venue may be within walking distance during daylight hours.
- Nairobi traffic is heavy — leave early for the venue and allow generous time for airport departures.
Visa & entry
Entry guidance for Kenya
- Most visitors need to obtain an official Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online before arrival.
- Apply for the eTA in advance through the official Kenyan government portal and carry your approval.
- Ensure your passport has at least six months' validity and blank pages on entry.
Entry and eTA rules change and vary by nationality; always verify with the official Kenyan government portal or nearest embassy before booking.
First time at WHX Nairobi (formerly Medic East Africa)?
- Book early — Westlands has limited hotel supply and the show plus concurrent events fill rooms quickly.
- Stay within Westlands to keep the venue walkable or a short rideshare away and cut Nairobi commuting.
- Use Uber or Bolt for transparent fares, and carry some Kenyan shillings for tips and small purchases.
- Apply for your Kenyan eTA well before travel so approval is in hand on arrival.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- A Westlands hotel near the Sarit Expo Centre can make the venue walkable and avoids the daily cross-city crawl.
- Travel to and from the halls outside peak commuter windows — Nairobi's rush-hour traffic is severe.
- Westlands is full of restaurants and hotels suited to business dinners within easy reach of the venue.
- Prioritise the opening days for key buyer and distributor meetings before the halls get busiest.
WHX Nairobi (formerly Medic East Africa) travel FAQs
Where should I stay for WHX Nairobi?
Hotels in Westlands near the Sarit Expo Centre are ideal — the district is compact, so many are within walking distance or a short rideshare of the venue.
How early should I book a hotel?
Early. Westlands has a limited stock of quality hotels and the show with concurrent conferences fills them quickly, so a free-cancellation room booked ahead is the safe play.
What is the nearest airport?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the nearest, typically 45–75 minutes by road to Westlands depending on traffic.
How do I get to the venue?
App-based rideshare like Uber or Bolt is the most reliable way to reach the Sarit Expo Centre. From a Westlands hotel the venue may be within walking distance in daylight.
Do I need a visa for Kenya?
Most visitors must obtain an official Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online before arrival. Apply in advance through the official portal and confirm your specific requirement before booking.
EventEscapes is an independent travel platform and is not affiliated with WHX Nairobi (formerly Medic East Africa) or its organizers. Dates and venues can change — verify with the official event site before booking travel.