Hemingways Nairobi

Hemingways Nairobi is a boutique luxury retreat in leafy Karen, designed to feel like a refined plantation-era estate—gracious, quiet, and deeply romantic in mood. Opened in 2013, it offers 45 all-suite accommodations set within manicured gardens, with sweeping views toward the Ngong Hills and a sense of calm that feels worlds away from the city’s pace. The experience is defined by space and service: generous suites with high ceilings, private balconies, and a discreet 24-hour butler service that handles the details—unpacking, arranging transport, or delivering morning coffee—so your stay feels effortlessly curated. It’s the kind of hotel that doesn’t chase attention; it earns loyalty through quiet precision and intuitive hospitality. At its heart is The Brasserie, a polished dining room with terrace seating that turns everyday meals into occasions. The kitchen is known for Josper-grilled steaks and a confident seafood programme—seasonal highlights include dishes like Watamu prawns and ginger crab—supported by an excellent cellar and a bar built for slow evenings. Hemingways is also one of Nairobi’s most indulgent “treat-yourself” addresses: afternoon tea is served daily from 3:00pm to 5:00pm on the terrace, and the wellness offering is built for long resets—spa treatments alongside steam and sauna facilities, plus pool and fitness access that make full spa days feel seamless. It’s a favourite for high tea, celebration lunches, and the kind of spa escape that leaves you feeling restored, not rushed.