The Giraffe Manor Hotel in Nairobi is within easy reach of popular attractions, this unique Kenya hotel accommodates a small group of guests.
The estate is home to a herd of Rothschild Giraffes that regularly visit the manor house in search of treats. A truly romantic setting where they are bound to enjoy the overall ambiance, the exciting culinary experience, and extremely hospitable service.
Additionally, guests may see warthog, impala, and some small antelope species. Birdlife is also abundant in the Langate forest that covers much of the estate, making for a most beautiful setting to relax.
An exclusive boutique hotel drenched in the grandeur of the 1930s; this beautiful hotel boasts many art deco features, romantic four-poster beds, and many trimmings. There are eight superior rooms and two standards each decorated with its’ personality and style.
The rates at the hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, include all meals, house wines, house soft drinks, house beers, house spirits, laundry, wireless internet access, entrance to the AFEW Center, and VAT. Kindly note that these inclusions are subject to change.
The airport transfers, and transportation to the Karen & Langata area as long as they are within the check-in and check-out times.
Accommodation in the hotel itself, in the Main Manor as well as the Garden Manor all of which offer luxurious rooms with exclusive features and amenities for discerning travelers. Spacious bathrooms, large patios, and the occasional visit from a curious giraffe, all combine to make this most romantic and memorable holiday destination.
Set on 140 acres of beautiful forest in the Nairobi Langata suburb, the estate is home to lush green gardens, inviting sunny terraces, and wonderful courtyards. The hotel’s herd of resident Rothschild giraffes makes for a unique attraction at this luxurious manor retreat in East Africa. Stay in the original manor house offering six rooms: Betty, Daisy, Jock, Lynn, Marlon, and the Karen Blixen Suite, or the Garden Manor also offers six rooms: Salma, Edd, Arlene, Helen, Kelly, and the Finch Hatton Suite. Each room enjoys views over the sanctuary and the giraffe experience offered to guests is the same regardless of which area of the house they are staying in. Your family can expect beautifully furnished, elegant rooms that include romantic four-poster beds and well-appointed ensuite bathrooms.
At Giraffe Manor, breakfasts are a fun-filled affair. Not only can you tuck into a mouth-watering menu, but you are also likely to be interrupted by one of the friendly giraffes poking its head through the window in search of a treat – such fun for the whole family. Lunch on light meals and kick-start an evening with refreshing cocktails served around a crackling fire, followed by superb gourmet dinners in the inviting dining room.
Those in need of pampering can soothe weary limbs with a massage, whilst the energetically inclined can enjoy invigorating workouts at the gym. Wonderful family activities at Giraffe Manor include excursions to the nearby Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the Karen Blixen Museum, or relaxing walks in the forest on the estate.
With an emphasis on five-star service and personal attention, guests get an unforgettable stay, be it at the manor in Nairobi or any of the great camps and lodges. Specials and packages are available which combine these properties allowing for a most spectacular and memorable Kenyan safari holiday.
The services provided are personal and of the highest international standards to ensure travelers enjoy a most memorable stay at this country retreat in Kenya. Enjoy The Bomas of Kenya where guests can enjoy traditional dances, makeshift villages, and handicrafts.
Quick facts
* Rates from US$ 1,930.00 per Superior Room per night for 2 adults sharing (2022)
* Free-roaming giraffes on the estate
* Accommodates up to 25 guests
* Ten luxury en-suite rooms including the Karen Blixen Suite
* One Suite is suitable for wheelchair access
* Children of all ages are welcome
* A massage therapist is on-site for treatments
* One of the only hotels in the world where you can feed giraffes from the window
* Sightseeing vehicles are available for local tourist attractions
* Nearby attractions include the great David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Karen Blixen Museum, Kazuri Beads, Matbronze gallery, and Marula Craft Studios
Amenities
* Ensuite private bathroom
* Hairdryer
* Internet Access
Facilities Available at Giraffe Manor
* Beauty salon
* Curio Shop
* Garden
* Lounge
* Parking
* Restaurant
* Terrace
Elvira’s tip :
* It is the only place in the world where you can feed and photograph the giraffe over your breakfast table, view them from your front door, and peer at them from your bedroom window.
* Enjoy guided walks through the surrounding forests and learn about the traditional uses of the varied flora, view some of the 180 bird species, and perhaps meet a warthog or bushbuck.
* Relax with a wonderful spa treatment using products by Healing Earth, a premium organic brand inspired by ancient African healing traditions.
