A former farmhouse belonging to the famous  Out of Africa  Blixen family, this accommodation is a short walk from the Karen Blixen Museum and an easy drive from the popular Daphne Sheldrick Elephant and Rhino Orphanage. Located in a quiet neighborhood of Nairobi, it is also well-placed for Wilson Airport, which is used for all safari flights in Kenya.

Set on a large estate with giant trees and one of the oldest landscaped gardens in Kenya, the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages offers 16 en suite rooms and a large Honeymoon Suite. There are also three rooms with two en suite bedrooms each that are ideal for families and groups of friends traveling together. Facilities include a restaurant, swimming pool, and bar, and guests staying at the cottages have access to the golf course, tennis courts, and swimming pool at the nearby Karen Country & Golf Club.

Guests are within easy reach of upscale shops, restaurants, and boutiques in Karen. If you want to start your safari right away, this accommodation lies close to Nairobi National Park where you can spot big game while on game drives, the city skyline in the background.

Highlights

• Quiet Nairobi setting on a large private estate
• Close to Nairobi’s attractions & Wilson Airport
• Swimming pool, restaurants & Wi-Fi on site
• Room service, private dining & honeymoon suite

Activities

• HORSE RIDING
• DAY TOURS

Rooms

Standard Room

The cottages have been designed to relive history in elegant style: inside are high ceilings, wood and stone floors, and a fireplace. Beds are swathed in mosquito netting and furnishings reflect both old and new Africa. Modern conveniences include mini-bars, satellite television, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Each bedroom has a comfortable lounge as well as a large bathroom with a shower and bathtub; all cottages have a veranda where you can sit and watch the abundant birdlife in the manicured garden.

Other Room Types

Three cottages have been designed with families in mind: they have two en suite bedrooms and a common large sitting room each. Extra beds can be added for young children.

The more lavishly furnished Honeymoon Suite has a large bedroom and sitting room with a fireplace in each.

Facilities

Guests have use of the swimming pool with comfortable loungers, beautiful gardens with seating and pathways, a selection of premier restaurants and bars, and a gift shop selling local crafts and artifacts. Access to the nearby Karen Country & Golf Club, where there is golf and tennis to enjoy, can be arranged.

Wi-Fi is available at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages.

Dining

Your day begins with a complimentary breakfast at an on-site restaurant, that opens its doors early to cater to your morning appetite. For lunch and dinner, explore a selection of exquisite dining venues, each with its unique charm and ambiance. Whether you prefer an inviting indoor atmosphere, the al fresco delights of an outdoor garden, or the privacy of your room, there's a perfect spot to enjoy your meals.

Don't miss the chance to savor freshly brewed Kenyan coffee amidst the lush garden surroundings, a wonderful afternoon pick-me-up that adds to the overall experience.