Hemingways Nairobi, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the world, is an elegant boutique hotel situated in Nairobi's Karen residential area with magnificent views of the nearby Ngong hills. Sensitively designed for the discerning business and leisure traveller, Hemingways Nairobi offers the full facilities expected in a modern day luxury boutique hotel. The hotel offers forty-five luxury suites which include the Hemingways suite, The Blixen suite, 19 Executive rooms and 24 deluxe rooms. The Hemingways Nairobi Brasserie serves classic dishes and the very best of local and international cuisine and is open everyday for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
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These spacious rooms are 80m² and are located on the ground floor of each wing. Each Deluxe Suite features a seating area and private terrace. Large en-suite marble bathrooms feature walk-in closets, double vanity units and separate bath, shower and WC.
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Located on the upper floor of each wing, these 80m² suites are luxuriously furnished and feature high vaulted ceilings, a separate seating area and a private terrace. Large en-suite marble bathrooms feature walk-in closets, double vanity units and separate bath, shower and WC.
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At 160m² this is a large one bedroom suite which includes an elegant living room with dining area, guest WC and kitchen with butler access. The master bedroom has a spacious en-suite bathroom featuring a walk-in closet, standalone bath, shower and WC, and a separate terrace with exquisite views of the surroundings.Free WiFi is available in all rooms.
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This generous suite is 240m² and includes a beautifully appointed living room, study, dining room, guest WC and private kitchen with butler access. The living room and dining room open to a large connected terrace. The master bedroom has a very spacious en-suite bathroom featuring a walk-in closet, standalone bath, shower and WC, and a separate terrace looking out over the rolling lawns and Ngong Hills.
Free WiFi is available in all rooms.
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Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Children Friendly, Conference Centre, Disabled Friendly , Gym / Fitness Centre, Gym on property, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access (Paid/free), Internet Access, Laundry Service, Live Entertainment, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Power Generator , Restaurant, Room Service, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian, Wellness Centre, Wheelchair Access, Wine Tasting
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Equipment, Cooking Facilities, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Fridge, Fridge/Freezer, Gas Cooker, Hand Towels, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kitchenette, Laundry Service (Available), LCD DVD/TV, Lounge Area, Lounge, Microwave, Mid Ensuite With Separate Shower/Toilet, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable TV, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Verandah, Wardrobe, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room service 24 hours, Room Service
Activities on Site
Fine Dining, High Tea, Massages, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
Immerse yourself in a world of relaxation at Hemingways Nairobi with a luxurious spa experience that restores both mind and body. From calming massages to rejuvenating facials and invigorating treatments, each service is carefully designed using natural, locally sourced ingredients. In a serene and soothing atmosphere, our expert therapists will ease away your tension, leaving you feeling completely refreshed, rejuvenated, and deeply relaxed. Treat yourself to an unforgettable wellness experience that will leave you feeling revitalized and at peace.
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Back massageCredit: Hemingways collection
Hemingways Nairobi Brasserie
With its warm and inviting ambiance, the Brasserie serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers a wide choice of international dishes with modern European and South Asian flavours.
There is an option for indoor and outdoor dining at the terrace.
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Your Stay
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 45
Special Interests: Gourmet, Leisure, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine
Ol Seki Hemingways Mara | Mara Naboisho Conservancy
Tucked within the private Naboisho Conservancy, Ol Seki Hemingways Mara offers an exclusive safari experience with just nine luxurious tents overlooking the stunning Mara plains. Surrounded by Cordia and Acacia trees, the camp blends seamlessly into its natural environment, attracting abundant wildlife and birdlife often visible from the tents. Away from the crowds, this serene setting provides a rare opportunity to connect with nature in a pristine wilderness. As an active partner in the conservancy, Ol Seki plays a key role in preserving and managing this extraordinary landscape.
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These tents are ideal for couples. The high dome centers over a double bed decked out in fine linens. Six opening panels encompass the bed on three sides, which mean that from the comfort of your pillow, you can watch the dawn break in panorama. The rear section of the tent houses your en-suite bathroom and dressing area and in front of the tent is a large deck where you can enjoy private dining, sunbathing and star gazing.
Our new Nina tents have floor-to-ceiling folding glass frontages, with higher ceilings to give the best possible views over the Mara, completely new bathrooms with more luxurious fixtures and fittings including free standing bath tubs and indoor and outdoor showers, and re-configured layouts for even greater privacy.
The Simba Private villa is a self-contained penthouse in the bush with a private driveway. Complete with kitchen, dining room and living area, the tent connects two enormous double bedrooms, both ensuite. There’s a fully stocked bar and fridge and guests can decide the level of service they require - a butler can be present at all times to pour drinks and make coffee as required, or staff will stay in the background to give guests the freedom to help themselves to the amenities.
The expansive terrace with small plunge pool provides an ideal viewpoint for wildlife watching during the day and stargazing at night. The main feature of the Simba private villa is exclusivity with your own dedicated chef for all meals as well as a private game drive vehicle and guide.
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Simba private villa outdoor diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Simba private villa outdoor diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service, Live Entertainment, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Family Safari Tent, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge/Freezer, Gas Cooker, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Lounge Area, Lounge, Microwave, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room service 24 hours, Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Elephant Interaction, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Horse-back Safaris, Hot Air Ballooning, Night Drives, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Days are as action packed or as relaxed as guests want and being in a conservancy means we have the freedom to head out on game drives whenever suits; that might be at first light to capture the sunrise and an early morning cheetah hunt or that might be after dark to experience some of the alternative wildlife that you wouldn’t see during the day.
Especially during the months of the migration, many guests do enjoy one full day in the Mara Reserve itself, along the main rivers in the hopes of spotting a wildebeest crossing. We will of course arrange this for you, sending you out with a lovely picnic lunch and the drinks of your choice to enjoy the day.
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Being in a conservancy we are also able to offer guided walks through the wilderness where you have the chance to learn about the area, the Maasai culture and all the plants of the region and their traditional uses. You’ll also have the chance to learn the tracks and scat of the animals that have passed by that day.
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Guided walksCredit: Hemingways collection
As we work so closely with the local community, we have also been invited to take our guests along to some of the local village homes for an introduction into the Maasai lifestyle. There is always beadwork and carvings for sale during these visits so this is a perfect time to collect your souvenirs with the added benefit that your money contributes directly to the local Maasai women producing these exquisite artefacts. Don’t be afraid to bargain and barter however, it is expected.
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Community VisitsCredit: Hemingways Collection
One of the iconic experiences of a safari in Africa, a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Mara Reserve is a great way to get a different perspective on the park. The early morning Mara breeze will float you southwards towards Tanzania and as you follow the Mara River all the wonderful animals of the Mara are visible. The flight usually lasts about an hour and once you’re safely back on solid ground, celebrate the early morning escapade with a champagne breakfast in the bush.
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Perhaps you might prefer the solitude of a private al fresco meal on the deck of your tent. In the Simba private villa, a private chef is provided who will cook in the private kitchen and serve guests at their own dining table. This is ideal for family time or honeymoon couples.
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Private DiningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Private DiningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Private DiningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Our kitchen is totally mobile so don’t be surprised if you find the dining floor is the grassy plain of the conservancy one evening or if the kitchen one morning is transformed into a tree trunk and trestle table. Our specially designed safari coolers and hampers make for the most luxurious picnic lunches too.
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Bush diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Bush diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Bush diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Bush diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Bush diningCredit: Hemingways Collection
Your Stay
3 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Fast Facts
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 9
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife