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Hemingways Nairobi

5.0 star property
Luxury Nairobi hotel in Lang'ata with a full-service spa
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Front of property - evening/night
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Executive Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Modern European cuisine, garden views
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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Bar
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  • Spa
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  • Room service
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  • Gym
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  • 24/7 front desk
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Check-in time

1:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Mbagathi Ridge, Nairobi, 00100
  • Popular LocationKaren Blixen Museum3 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Hub Karen8 min drive
  • Popular LocationGiraffe Centre10 min drive
  • AirportNairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)48 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Hemingways Nairobi is located in Lang'ata, a neighborhood in Nairobi, and is in the suburbs. Oloolua Nature Trail and Karen Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Nairobi Railway Museum and Funscapes Theme Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nyayo National Stadium or Nairobi City Stadium. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives.
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What's nearby

  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 3 min drive
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 3 min drive
  • Karen Country Club - 3 min drive
  • The Hub Karen - 8 min drive
  • Giraffe Centre - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 27 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Asmara - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java House Karen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Talisman - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Que Pasa Bar and Bistro Karen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC at The Hub - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hemingways Nairobi

Luxury boutique hotel located in Lang'ata
At Hemingways Nairobi, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Hemingways Nairobi feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with DVD players
  • Balconies, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa tub
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 14000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Hemingways Hotel Nairobi
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Nairobi Hemingways
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hemingways Nairobi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hemingways Nairobi?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hemingways Nairobi on Jul 28, 2024 start from $750.78, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hemingways Nairobi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hemingways Nairobi?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hemingways Nairobi?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hemingways Nairobi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does Hemingways Nairobi provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of KES 14000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hemingways Nairobi located?

Located in Lang'ata, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Oloolua Nature Trail, Karen Country Club, and Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages. Karen Blixen Museum and The Karen Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Hemingways Nairobi Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bhavna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A superb hotel with the most outstanding staff. Gorgeous grounds and rooms. Also excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shobha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful haven of a property. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we've stayed in. Beautiful room, good facilities and excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dessa, Englewood

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a relaxing stay at Hemmingways after a 2 week safari. The property is beautiful and the grounds are spacious. All of the rooms are large and have balconies. Our only complaint was that the the air conditioning did not work in our room. They told us (for most of the day) that they were fixing it and just before we went to dinner offered us a fan. We asked them to move us, which they did, at 9 pm to a smaller room but cool!! Given the price of the room (almost $700), they should have offered some compensation, which they did not. Otherwise, we enjoyed the pool and massages at the spa were great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food and drinks here were great. The entire staff were fabulous. I loved the infinity edged pool and being able to look down at the huge watering hole with animals coming to drink. Loved this facility and the entire staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an iconic hotel that is both modern and classic Kenyan safari style. A great place to stay over night before your safari to get rid of your jet lag
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denell

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extraordinary Hotel!!! What an amazing stay❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Mr Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the staff provided incredibly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hemingway's Nairobi is the perfect get away. The amenities and Sunday brunch are spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax and wind down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architectural beauty, grounds setting is very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb service, beatiful (though small) garden, excellent food in the restaraunt.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leasa-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay for a weekend, thou the restaurant was a let down!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elodie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hemingway’s what a beauty you are!
Amazing, old school, beauty! What an amazing hotel! Beautiful gardens! The staff, service are friendliness is really amazing! Good food! Wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!
Hemingways is an amazing hotel. The service level is incredible and Kennedy is amazing. We cannot wait for our next visit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my staycation at Hemingways so much! The attention to detail in the property design & service is impressive!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice retro-style hotel that opened in 2012. Spacious rooms and beautiful gardens. Located in Karen, where the filthy rich live. Little traffic in this area so no delays heading into the congestion of town. It is the part of Nairobi that was favoured by the wealthiest colonials, now replaced by diplomats and local tycoon-godfather types. Menu rather limited, but this may be a Covid effect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hemingway’s
My go to hotel in Nairobi. The service , care and amenities are always top notch .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

General hotel information

Check-In Time
1:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
5.0
Address
Mbagathi Ridge, Nairobi