Hemingways Boutique Hotel Nairobi

Hemingways Nairobi is a 45-suite luxury boutique hotel located in the residential suburb of Karen, southwest of central Nairobi. Established in 2013 as the flagship property of the Hemingways Collection, the plantation-style hotel is situated amid manicured gardens with views of the nearby Ngong Hills.

The property is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Virtuoso, and American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts. It offers 45 suites, personalized 24-hour butler service, an international brasserie, a dedicated wellness spa, and event facilities for up to 70 guests. Its Karen location provides access to regional conservation centers and wildlife reserves, including the Giraffe Center, the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Nairobi National Park.

Accommodation

Hemingways Nairobi features 45 spacious suites arranged across two stories in a classic plantation-style layout. Every suite opens onto a private furnished balcony or terrace overlooking the hotel’s manicured gardens and the Ngong Hills, blending traditional East African safari elegance with modern luxury.

Standard Amenities Across All Suite Categories

✓ Butler Service: Dedicated 24-hour personalized butler access for packing, unpacking, wake-up calls, pressings, and bespoke requests
✓ Work & Connectivity: Dedicated workspace with an executive writing desk, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, telephone lines, and international power sockets
✓ Bathrooms & Dressing: En-suite Italian marble bathrooms featuring a deep-soaking bathtub, walk-in shower, separate WC, double washbasins, bathrobes, slippers, and a walk-in closet
✓ In-Room Comforts: Private furnished balcony or terrace with views of the Ngong Hills, personalized mini-bar, tea and espresso coffee making facilities, premium Egyptian cotton linens, air conditioning, ceiling fans, flat-screen satellite TV, and an in-room laptop safe

1. The Hemingways Suite (1 Unit)

The flagship presidential suite offering 240 m² of private residence-style luxury.

✓ Occupancy: Sleeps up to 2 guests standard (1 King-size bed); can interconnect with an Executive Suite to create a two-bedroom suite for families or security detail
✓ Key Features: Master bedroom with walk-in closet, separate formal living room, dining room seating up to eight, private study/office, fully equipped kitchenette, and guest powder room (WC). Features an expansive wrap-around private terrace with panoramic Ngong Hills views, fine marble finishes, a personalized bar, and dedicated butler service. Ideal for VIPs, diplomats, and high-net-worth travelers seeking maximum privacy

2. Executive Suites (Ground & First Floor)

Expansive 80 m² suites designed for high comfort and a relaxing living space.

✓ Occupancy: Sleeps up to 2 guests standard (1 King-size four-poster bed or 2 Twin beds)
✓ Key Features: High vaulted ceilings with ceiling fan, hand-crafted four-poster bed with mosquito draping, integrated lounge seating area, executive writing desk, large marble bathroom with soaking tub and walk-in shower, and a private ground-floor terrace or upper-floor balcony overlooking the manicured gardens and Ngong Hills

3. Deluxe Suites (Ground & First Floor)

Refined 80 m² suites offering elegant sanctuary space for leisure and business guests.

✓ Occupancy: Sleeps up to 2 guests standard (1 King-size four-poster bed or 2 Twin beds)
✓ Key Features: Features high ceilings, four-poster wooden bed with delicate netting, comfortable seating area, marble en-suite bathroom with walk-in closet, dedicated work desk, and direct access to a private furnished garden terrace or upper balcony

Dining & Cuisine

Dining at Hemingways Nairobi centers on European-inspired culinary traditions combined with fresh local Kenyan ingredients. The main culinary hub is the Brasserie, complemented by an intimate wine cellar, a classic lounge bar, and a series of themed dining events throughout the week.

Primary Dining Venues & Experiences

✓ The Brasserie: The hotel’s central restaurant offers indoor and outdoor terrace seating overlooking the gardens and Ngong Hills. Features an international menu built around modern European techniques, classic brasserie offerings, and signature steaks cooked in a Josper oven. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Breakfast: Freshly baked pastries, seasonal tropical fruits, grains, cold cuts, and made-to-order hot options including free-range eggs, smoked salmon bagels, and bacon sandwiches
Lunch: Gourmet salads, artisanal sandwiches, burgers, and Josper-grilled cuts served in a relaxed, sunlit setting
Dinner: Premium prime steaks, fresh house-made pastas, and seasonal Kenyan seafood specialties including Watamu prawns and ginger crab

✓ Le Petit Chef: An immersive 3D visual projection mapping dining experience where “the world’s smallest chef” virtually prepares meals directly on guests’ plates before the physical courses are served
✓ The Wine Cellar: An intimate, glass-enclosed private dining space seating up to 8 guests. Offers chef-curated multi-course tasting menus paired with a deep selection of Old and New World wines for private celebrations and exclusive oenophile dinners
✓ Hemingway’s Bar: Designed in the style of a classic British club with leather Chesterfields, polished marble floors, and a humidor. Serves handcrafted cocktails infused with local botanicals, single-malt whiskies, fine international wines, and lighter bar bites
✓ Traditional Afternoon Tea: Served daily on the terrace from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Features traditional English afternoon tea with freshly baked scones, clotted cream, petite sandwiches, delicate pastries, loose-leaf teas, herbal infusions, and Prosecco options

Weekly Specialty Culinary Events

✓ Sushi Saturdays: Handcrafted sushi, sashimi, and rolls served alongside chilled sangria starting from 12:30 PM.
✓ Seafood Fridays: A Friday evening showcase featuring fresh coastal catches, including Watamu lobsters, oysters, prawns, and grilled fish
✓ Curry Wednesdays: A midweek dinner event highlighting bold Indian regional curries, aromatic biryanis, and traditional accompaniments
✓ Sunday Jazz Brunch: A signature weekend gathering featuring live jazz music, unlimited Prosecco, and an extensive multi-station brunch buffet

Facilities, Events & Activities

Hemingways Nairobi combines quiet personal service with comprehensive wellness, event, and outdoor recreational facilities, acting as both a peaceful retreat and a central base for exploring Nairobi’s wildlife and cultural attractions.

Wellness, Leisure & Guest Amenities

✓ 24-Hour Butler Service: Round-the-clock discreet butler support for unpacking, pressing, arranging transport, and in-suite morning beverage service
✓ Fitness Center: Light-filled gym outfitted with cardio machines, free weights, and a Kinesis resistance system for personalized workouts. Open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
✓ Heated Swimming Pool: A 15-meter palm-lined, temperature-controlled outdoor pool surrounded by lush gardens, suitable for morning laps or evening relaxation. Open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
✓ The Spa: Full-service garden-facing wellness spa offering bespoke body rituals, facials, and massages using Terres d’Afrique products and locally sourced botanicals. Operating daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
✓ Library & Boutique: Features a cozy library corner stocked with literary classics, African fiction, and travel literature. The hotel boutique and gift shop showcase curated local Kenyan designs, fashion, art, and souvenirs
✓ Hydrotherapy Suite: Temperature-prepped steam room and sauna facilities designed for detox and relaxation. Available on request with approximately 30 minutes’ advance notice, open daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Events & Business Facilities

✓ Conference & Event Spaces: Meeting rooms and boardrooms capable of hosting up to 70 guests, fully equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, audiovisual technology, and dedicated event support for corporate meetings, retreats, and private functions

On-Site & Regional Activities

✓ Golf at Karen Country Club: Enjoy rounds of golf at the nearby 18-hole championship course set on former coffee estate land once owned by Karen Blixen, with preferential green fee rates for hotel guests.
✓ Giraffe Center & Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: Visits to the nearby Rothschild giraffe conservation sanctuary for hand-feeding experiences, along with elephant orphan rehabilitation visits at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
✓ Karen Cultural & Historic Tours: Step into colonial history at the nearby Karen Blixen Museum, or explore Karen’s artisan scene, including hand-rolled Kazuri beads, Utamaduni Craft Center, and Langata Link Shops
✓ Nairobi National Park Game Drives: Guided game drives in the world’s only capital-city national park, located minutes from the hotel. Track lions, black rhinos, leopards, giraffes, and over 400 bird species against the Nairobi skyline

Highlights

✓ Prime Karen Location: Situated in Nairobi’s leafy residential suburb of Karen with sweeping views of the Ngong Hills, offering a serene green retreat close to top attractions
✓ 24-Hour Personalized Butler Service: Dedicated round-the-clock butler support for packing, unpacking, pressings, transport arrangements, and bespoke in-suite beverage services
✓ Signature Weekly Events: Features popular weekly culinary highlights including Curry Wednesdays, Seafood Fridays, Sushi Saturdays, and a lively Sunday Jazz Brunch with unlimited Prosecco
✓ Luxury Heritage & Pedigree: Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Virtuoso, and American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts; established in 2013 as the flagship property of the Hemingways Collection
✓ 45 All-Suite Accommodations: Features 80 m² Executive and Deluxe Suites with four-poster beds, high vaulted ceilings, and private furnished balconies, crowned by the flagship 240 m² Hemingways Suite residence
✓ Full-Service Wellness & Leisure: Features a garden-facing spa using Terres d’Afrique botanicals, temperature-prepped steam and sauna suites, a 15-meter heated outdoor pool, and a light-filled fitness center with a Kinesis system
✓ Wildlife & Airport Proximity: Conveniently located 20 minutes from Wilson Airport (safari flight hub) and 35 minutes from JKIA, with fast access to Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Center, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Karen Country Club
✓ Fine Dining & Immersive Culinary: Home to the Brasserie with Josper-grilled steaks, a glass-enclosed 8-seat Wine Cellar, traditional English Afternoon Tea, classic leather-and-marble lounge bar, and 3D visual projection dining with Le Petit Chef

2026 Hemingway’s Boutique Hotel Nairobi Accommodation Rates Per Night Include

✓ Satellite television
✓ Government taxes
✓ High-speed Wi-Fi internet
✓ Accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast Basis
✓ Complimentary use of the gym, sauna, steam, and outdoor pool
✓ Unlimited supply of mineral water in the room & Fruits and flowers in the room

Notes

* Check-in time: 1300 Hours
* Check-out time: 1000 Hours
* Meal Supplement – Lunch or dinner – 65 US Dollars per person
*  Day Use Rooms- Guaranteed day-use rooms are charged at a rate of 70% of the contracted room rate and are subject to availability at the time of reservation

Child Policy

* A child 0-5 years sharing with an adult stays free
* Children 12 years and over will be charged the full room rate if occupying their own room
* Third Adult Policy –  A third adult or child over 16 may not be permitted to share any of the suites
* Children below 12 years in their own room pay 75% of the double room rate (subject to availability)
* A child 6-16 years sharing with an adult pays the applicable child rate detailed above (Maximum one child sharing with two adults)

Accommodation Rates Include

* Satellite television
* Government taxes
* Butler Valet services
* High-speed Wi-Fi internet
* Fruits and flowers in the room
* Express Check-in and check-out
* Complimentary local newspaper
* Bed and breakfast inclusive of taxes
* Unlimited supply of mineral water in the room
* Complimentary use of the gym, sauna, steam, and outdoor pool

Airport Transfers

* Wilson Airport – 80 US Dollars per vehicle (maximum 3 pax) one way
* Wilson Airport – 100 US Dollars per vehicle (maximum 5 pax) one way
* Jomo Kenyatta International Airport  – 100 US Dollars per vehicle (maximum 3 guests) one way
* Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – 150 US Dollars per vehicle (maximum 5 guests) one way

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Email: [email protected]
Website: https://africanspicesafaris.com