Hemingways Nairobi
premier Camp | Nairobi, Kenya
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Hemingways Nairobi showcases luxury and comfort in Nairobi's upscale suburb of Karen, on the eastern side of Nairobi National Park. This boutique hotel has 45 luxurious guest suites, each with a balcony overlooking the Ngong Hills made famous in Karen Blixen's memoir Out of Africa. For the ultimate in comfort and luxury either before or after a safari, Hemingways offers the perfect jumping-off point or conclusion to a thrilling adventure.
Our Expert Says
Hemingways Nairobi is a luxury option in the tranquil suburb of Karen, which is well afield of the traffic congestion in downtown Nairobi. With easy access to the Karen Blixen Museum, Nairobi National Park and Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Hemingways Nairobi is a beautiful retreat for travelers wanting to experience serenity and nature accompanied by a heightened design sensibility and outstanding level of service.
– John Holahan
The Hotel
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Number of Rooms: 45
Hemingways Nairobi is located in the famous Nairobi suburb of Karen, which borders Nairobi National Park and overlooks the Ngong Hills. The boutique hotel's 45 air-conditioned suites feature high ceilings, four-poster beds, en suite bathroom facilities with tubs and showers, plush sofas, writing desks and balconies. A dedicated butler is available to attend to your needs. Contemporary, calming decor in muted tones alongside rich woods, leather and brass details evokes chic comfort with a hint of vintage Africa. Dining is an experience at The Brasserie, known for its excellent steaks. Sumptuous breakfasts are included in your rate and not to be missed. Lunch, dinner and drinks in the bar are available at additional cost. The hotel spa offers an array of treatments including massage, facials, manicures, pedicures and hairdressing. Hemingways Nairobi combines the comforts of a full-service hotel with the exclusivity of a luxury boutique property.
Facilities & Amenities
- En suite bathroom with tub and shower
- Shampoo and soap
- Hair dryer
- Air conditioning
- Room fan
- Mini bar
- Tea/coffee in room
- Direct-dial telephone
- 220v charging outlets in room
- In-room safe
- Central pool
- Spa (extra cost)
- Wi-Fi in room
- Laundry (extra cost)
- Credit cards accepted (Visa and MasterCard)
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 |