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End of an era: Hilton finally up for sale, taking with it nostalgic city memories

Hilton Hotel, Nairobi. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

Hilton shut down in December 2022 after 50 years of operations, ending a historic era and mixed rein in its business cycle.

At inception, the hotel was the tallest building in Nairobi's CBD and a popular base for international tourists.

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