Palacina
distinctive Camp | Nairobi, Kenya
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Palacina is Nairobi’s most sophisticated boutique hotel. Located amid the tranquil riverside gardens of the State House Valley, Palacina is the ideal venue for those who wish to be centrally located but away from the traffic and noise of Nairobi. Palacina offers all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel, yet with the personalized service and impeccable attention to detail that are the hallmark of this owner-run accommodation.
Our Expert Says
Lots of big city hotels that are convenient to the airport give you just the bare minimum: a decent place to sleep for the night, and no atmosphere whatsoever. Palacina is close to the airport but goes above and beyond to really make you comfortable. The rooms are huge, the hotel is artfully decorated and the breakfast is excellent.
– John Holahan
The Hotel
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Number of Rooms: 14
Palacina offers 14 luxury hotel suites including two stunning penthouse suites. Each suite is over 450 square feet, with its own living room, walk-in closet, en suite bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi tub, and private furnished balcony. Chic interiors are appointed in neutral tones, incorporating teak woods and crisp cottons. The lobby serves as a common living room complete with lounging and reading spaces, a spacious veranda and stylish bar. In addition to its luxury accommodations, the Palacina is home to the award-winning Moonflower Restaurant featuring live jazz, and the Moonflower Bar, where guests may enjoy tapas, liqueurs and cigars. Breakfast is included and served in a sunny, open farmhouse kitchen, or on the terrace outside. A swimming pool, fitness room and spa offer opportunities to recreate and relax, while the 24-hour business center is available for communications or other relevant services.
Facilities & Amenities
- En suite bathroom with tub and shower
- Hair dryer
- Mini bar
- 220v charging outlets in room
- In-room safe
- Central pool
- Spa (extra cost)
- Fitness center
- Wi-Fi in room
- Laundry (extra cost)
Wildlife Viewing & Activities
Nairobi is most often a gateway into Kenya's wildlife-rich areas, but Nairobi National Park can be a great introduction to the wildlife of East Africa. The below chart shows typical sightings of major species, while other possible sightings may include hartebeest, ostrich and a number of other mammals, birds and reptiles. Exact sightings will depend on weather and wildlife movements.
| Country | Park/Reserve |
Black Rhino
|
Buffalo
|
Eland
|
Giraffe
|
Hippo
|
Hyena
|
Leopard
|
Lion
|
White Rhino
|
Zebra
|
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | Nairobi |
| Usually viewed | Frequently viewed | Occasionally viewed | Sporadically viewed | Rarely to never viewed |
Climate
| Month | Max | Min | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80° F | 56° F | 2.06 in |
| 26° C | 13° C | 52 mm | |
| February | 82° F | 56° F | 2.33 in |
| 27° C | 13° C | 59 mm | |
| March | 82° F | 58° F | 3.24 in |
| 27° C | 14° C | 82 mm | |
| April | 78° F | 59° F | 4.73 in |
| 25° C | 15° C | 120 mm | |
| May | 76° F | 58° F | 4.34 in |
| 24° C | 14° C | 110 mm | |
| June | 75° F | 54° F | 0.83 in |
| 23° C | 12° C | 21 mm | |
| July | 73° F | 53° F | 0.48 in |
| 22° C | 11° C | 12 mm | |
| August | 74° F | 53° F | 0.95 in |
| 23° C | 11° C | 24 mm | |
| September | 78° F | 54° F | 0.76 in |
| 25° C | 12° C | 19 mm | |
| October | 80° F | 56° F | 1.37 in |
| 26° C | 13° C | 35 mm | |
| November | 77° F | 58° F | 4.66 in |
| 25° C | 14° C | 118 mm | |
| December | 77° F | 57° F | 3.2 in |
| 25° C | 13° C | 81 mm |