Nairobi SLH
Plantation-era elegance meets contemporary East African luxury. Muted tones, mahogany and leather accents, brass fixtures, and Matbronze bird sculptures throughout. Formal enough to sit up straight, relaxed enough to linger by the pool.
Second-floor suites have full vaulted ceilings — worth requesting at booking
Why It Matters
SLH member, Virtuoso Preferred, and American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts. Holds a Michelin Key. Every suite comes with 24-hour dedicated butler service. The Brasserie's Josper-grilled steaks and rotating seafood nights draw Nairobi's well-heeled crowd. The spa brochure runs to 15 pages with KSH-priced treatments using Terres d'Afrique botanicals.
Hemingways Nairobi opened in 2013 as the flagship of the privately owned Hemingways Collection and has held its ground as Karen's most serious luxury address ever since. All 45 suites stretch along a sloping estate above manicured gardens, each with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in dressing room, and a private terrace framing the Ngong Hills. Look, the location is the trick: you're 40 minutes from JKIA in a quiet suburb that feels nothing like central Nairobi, yet Nairobi National Park is a short drive away.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Blixen Suite
Named for Karen Blixen, whose farm is minutes away. At 160 sqm this is a proper one-bedroom suite: an elegant living room with dining area, guest WC, and a kitchen with butler access. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and a full en-suite bathroom with standalone bath, shower, and WC. A large separate terrace opens off the living room with views across the surrounding greenery.
King · 160 sqm
Deluxe Suite
The entry-level category, and still genuinely spacious by any standard. Every Deluxe Suite comes with Ngong Hills views, a private balcony or terrace, a walk-in dressing room, and an en-suite bathroom with standalone bath, double vanity, and separate shower. Decor runs to ecru and taupe with brass, mahogany, and leather touches. Satellite TV, air conditioning, and an electronic safe are standard.
King or Twin (available in both configurations)
Executive Suite
A step up in floor plan — the Executive Suite adds a separate lounge and a dedicated work area alongside the full bedroom. High vaulted ceilings (particularly notable on the second floor) give the space an airy, light-filled feel. Same private terrace and Ngong Hills orientation as the Deluxe, but with more room to spread out.
King or TwinHemingways Suite
The flagship suite at 240 sqm. A grand, light-filled residence with a beautifully appointed living room, a study, a formal dining room, and a kitchen with butler access. The living and dining rooms open directly onto a large connected terrace. Private dining is built into the suite experience. Two of the 45 suites are penthouse-style Presidential Suites — this is one of them.
King · 240 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel team guides guests through Karen's arts and crafts scene, including the Maasai Market, where you can pick up handmade jewellery, fabrics, carvings, and local gifts.
A midweek celebration of bold Indian flavours and aromatic spice in the Brasserie.
3D projection mapping transforms your dinner table into a theatrical culinary show featuring the world's smallest chef. Runs on select evenings. Reservations essential.
Weekly seafood celebration in the Brasserie. Watamu prawn masala is a recurring highlight. Highly recommended by both guests and food-focused visitors.
Weekly Sunday brunch with live jazz music and unlimited prosecco. Open to hotel guests and non-guests alike. One of Nairobi's better-known weekend social fixtures.
Handcrafted sushi served from 12:30pm on Saturdays, paired with sangria in a refined setting.
Private chef-curated tasting menus for up to 8 guests in the glass-enclosed Wine Cellar. A deep Old and New World wine list to match.
A short drive to the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife's giraffe breeding centre. Feed Rothschild's giraffes from a raised platform. Family-friendly and popular with guests of all ages.
A short drive from the hotel, Nairobi National Park is utterly unique — big game viewing against a city skyline backdrop. Lions, rhinos, zebra, giraffe, and buffalo are all resident. The hotel concierge arranges game drives, making it an easy morning or afternoon trip.
One of East Africa's most prestigious golf courses is practically on the doorstep. The hotel concierge can arrange access and tee times.
The farm that inspired 'Out of Africa' is about 2 minutes' drive away. The hotel can arrange guided visits to the museum and grounds.
A hands-on introduction to the spice-forward coastal cuisine of Kenya. Arranged by the hotel's concierge team.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Available on request through the spa.
Multiple meeting rooms and boardrooms accommodating up to 70 guests. High-speed WiFi, AV equipment, and tailored support included. Conference packages available with discounted dining menus.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the property, including suites. Reliable enough for video conferencing per long-stay guest reviews.
Equipped with Technogym cardio machines, a Kinesis resistance system, and free weights. Open daily 6am–10pm. Complimentary for hotel guests. Personal training available by appointment. Non-residents pay KSH 4,500 per hour.
Unlimited complimentary bottled mineral water supplied in-room throughout stay.
Full room service available. Butler service also enables customised in-suite dining arrangements.
A cosy reading corner with a handpicked collection of literary classics, African fiction, and travel writing. Ideal for slow mornings or quiet evenings.
Palm-lined, temperature-controlled outdoor pool. Open daily 7am–6pm. Accessible to hotel residents and spa guests for up to 2 hours post-treatment. Aerial views show a stunning circular mosaic pool surrounded by lush tropical gardens.
Full concierge service for safari bookings, airport transfers, Nairobi National Park game drives, restaurant reservations, and bespoke city experiences. Highly regarded in guest reviews.
Every suite is assigned a dedicated butler available around the clock. Services include unpacking, transport arrangements, personalised minibar setup, morning coffee delivery, and general in-suite requests.
Two on-site retail spaces. The gift shop carries locally inspired treasures and beach essentials. The boutique curates Kenyan design, fashion, and art including statement pieces and everyday essentials.
On-site parking within a gated, secured estate. Uber and taxi services can be called to the gate.
Private temperature-prepped facilities open daily 8am–10pm. Complimentary for hotel residents. Require approximately 30 minutes' advance notice to pre-heat. Also included with any spa treatment over KSH 8,000.
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