Description
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is prov… more
With a stay at Karen Gables in Nairobi, you'll be 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Karen Blixen Museum and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from AFEW Giraffe Centre. This 4-star guesthouse is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Nairobi National Park and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Yaya Centre.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Karen Blixen Museum - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi The Karen Hospital - 4 km / 2.5 mi The Hub Karen - 4.8 km / 3 mi Nairobi Business Park - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi AFEW Giraffe Centre - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi Nairobi National Park - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi Galleria Shopping Mall - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi Bomas of Kenya - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi Giraffe Centre - 9.7 km / 6 mi The Junction Shopping Mall - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi Prestige Plaza - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi Yaya Centre - 14 km / 8.7 mi Royal Nairobi Golf Club - 14.8 km / 9.2 mi Nairobi Hospital - 15.7 km / 9.8 mi The nearest airports are: Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 33.3 km / 20.7 mi Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 19.3 km / 12 mi . Near Karen Blixen Museum.
Take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM..
- Additional services
- Laundry Service
- Lift
- Maid
- Tumble dryer
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Entertainment
- Shops in hotel
- TV lounge
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Shuttle transfer
- Airport transfer
- Shuttle
- Smoking
- Smoking area
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services
- Barbecue
- Car rental
- Garden
- Ironing service
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Public bathroom
- Safe
- Sale of tickets
- Security
- Terrace
- Children
- Childcare
- Kids' TV channels
- Kids' audiovisual material
- Bars
- Bar
- Restaurants
- Barbecue / grill
- Menu for diabetics (on request)
- Swimming pools
- Outdoor pool
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Check-in/Check-out
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Excellent
Based on 55 reviews
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Nairobi
Showing 5 featured reviews out of 55 TripAdvisor reviews
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Fiona F
Andover, United Kingdom
24/02/2026
“A lovely relaxing stay in this comfortable, welcoming hotel”
A beautiful haven in a busy city surrounded by lush gardens and with a lovely pool
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Martco7
Boston, Massachusetts
21/02/2026
“Wonderful spot to kick off a safari”
Wonderful old-world guest house in the Karen section of Nairobi, a perfect location to start our two-week safari and visit some of the Nairobi sites, including the Sheldrick Trust elephant orphanage, Kazuri Bead factory, Karen Blixen Museum, and Utamaduni Craft Centre. It was great to come back an… more
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nataliesE786AX
20/01/2026
“Lovely!”
This was the perfect place for my husband and I to rest after a long journey from Chicago. The property is beautiful and serene yet close to most tourist spots in Nairobi. We loved the breakfast each morning and the various animals that lived at the hotel. Perfect spot to start or end your vacation… more
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Diane P
Edmonton, Canada
06/12/2025
“Perfect!”
Beautiful place to stay. Rooms, food, staff all amazing. Great location. Snuggles from the house pets were a bonus, thanks Uki, Max and White Diamond! Thank you Joanne for keeping me entertained at the bar and all staff for making this stay super special.
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E C
24/09/2025
“Tranquil, welcoming and lovely stay”
Very beautiful, homely and calm place to start our trip to Kenya. Great service and delicious food. Set in tranquil grounds in a quiet area, just a walk away to Karen Blixen museum and also a great craft centre on the way.
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