Hemingways Nairobi Hotel, Nairobi ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Mbagathi Ridge, Nairobi, Kenya, 00502

Hemingways Nairobi, a 5-star boutique hotel, features 45 spacious suites, exceptional dining options, and personalized services including a dedicated butler for every guest. The hotel is surrounded by a serene neighborhood near major tourist attractions, ideal for both leisure and business travelers.

Rooms & Amenities

Suites at Hemingways Nairobi range from 861 ft² to 1722 ft², offering luxurious furnishings and private balconies with views of the Ngong Hills. Each suite features a separate seating area, a mini-bar, and an en-suite bathroom equipped with complimentary toiletries.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options include the Brasserie which serves hearty breakfasts, international dishes, and gourmet dinners utilizing locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea featuring homemade pastries on the terrace while a wine cellar offers tastings of Old and New World wines.

Wellness & Recreation

The Hemingways Spa offers a variety of body and facial treatments designed to rejuvenate guests after travel or safari excursions. Additional amenities include a fitness center, outdoor pool, and gardens for relaxation.

Business & Attractions

Hemingways Nairobi provides extensive business facilities including meeting rooms equipped with the latest technology. The hotel is strategically located with easy access to popular attractions such as the Nairobi National Park and the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

1 person

80 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Executive Room

Max:

1 person

80 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Bathtub

Balcony

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Executive Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

80 m²

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Nairobi 8.8 mi

Airports

Wilson (WIL) 12.2 mi

Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) 22.4 mi

Train

Nairobi Railway Station 9.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Poolside

“Sitting by the pool after a long flight was the perfect way to unwind and recharge.” view full review

Spacious Elegance

“My room was impressively spacious and immaculately clean, offering a truly comfortable retreat.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was good, featuring a variety of tasty options that catered to all tastes.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
Currency exchange
Hairdresser

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Pedicure
Manicure
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Mbagathi Ridge, Nairobi, Kenya, 00502

Map view

Mbagathi Ridge, Nairobi, Kenya, 00502

City landmarks

Museums

National Museums of Kenya-Karen Blixen Museum

4200 ft

336 Karen Road

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages

4200 ft

Store

Kazuri Beads

4200 ft

Parks

Oloolua Nature Trail

1.7 mi

Golf Course

Karen Country Club

3.0 mi

Mbagathi Ridge

Kazuri Beads & Pottery Centre

2700 ft

The Waterfront Mall

Maji Magic

1.1 mi

Nakumatt supermarket plus other shops

1.3 mi

Karen triangle

4700 ft

Store

Karen CrossRoads Mall

4700 ft

Dimesse Sisters Karen

4900 ft

Eternity Gospel Church

1.1 mi

Church

Faith Evangelistic Ministry Family Church

1.1 mi

The Waterfront Karen

1.1 mi

Church

Regina Caeli Catholic Church

1.3 mi

Oasis Seventh Day Adventist Church

1.3 mi

Watermark Business Park

1.3 mi

Shopping Area

Mandera Shopping Centre

1.3 mi

Karen Retail Market Nairobi

1.3 mi

Calvary Chapel Nairobi

1.3 mi

Karen Plains Arcade

1.4 mi

Karen Square

1.4 mi

Karen Connection Business Park

1.5 mi

Church

Karen Community Church

1.5 mi

The Karen Hospital

1.5 mi

Blixen Court

1.5 mi

Oloolua Forest

1.6 mi

Church

PCEA Karen Church

1.5 mi

St. Nicholas Anglican CDC

1.6 mi

Gallery

Polka Dot Art Gallery

1.6 mi

Nearby

Golf Course

Karen Country Club

3700 ft

336 Karen Road

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages

3300 ft

Store

Kazuri Beads

2200 ft

Restaurants

Hemingway's Brasserie Nairobi

200 ft

Mbagathi Ridge

Karen Blixen Camp Nairobi Office

2.0 mi

40 Marula Ln

Re-Bar

2700 ft

47 Marula Lane

Kengele's

1.9 mi

Marula Lane

Tamambo Karen Blixen

1.1 mi

Karen Road

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden

5300 ft

P.O. Box 163

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Great location

Pricey for some

Limited in-room amenities

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

8.7

Service

9.0

Dining

8.7

Dick

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.6/10

The Hollywood Wing rooms are super spacious with beautiful decoration, super clean, and well set up. However, guests felt overcharged for the hotel car and noted that the water pressure in the shower was weak.

Rooms

8.0

The Hollywood Wing rooms are super spacious with beautiful decoration, super clean, and well set up.

Service

9.0

The excellent staff made our excursions to the elephant Orphanage, giraffe sanctuary, Karen Blixen Museum, and bead factory truly memorable.

Location

9.0

The location is ideal for excursions to the Karen Blixen Museum, various craft markets, Kazuri Beads & Matt Bronze Gallery in the serene Karen area of Nairobi, with no traffic hassles.

Dining

8.0

Dining at Hemingways in Kenya was excellent, with a vibrant and relaxing atmosphere and even home-made ice cream.

Facilities

9.0

Guests were impressed by the beautifully landscaped and peaceful surroundings, steam sauna, and top-notch massages available.

Robert

United States of America, November 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was truly amazing! The rooms were so luxurious and spacious, with large bathrooms that had both a bath and a shower. The service was exceptional, especially the front of house team who went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed. The location was ideal for exploring the Karen area of Nairobi, making our weekend peaceful and easy. The dining experience was top-notch, with attentive staff and a wide selection of delicious options. Definitely a fantastic place to stay!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are really nice, large, and luxurious.

Service

9.0

The service was warm, friendly, and truly went above and beyond.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the Karen area of Nairobi, making it ideal for excursions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was amazing with plenty of choices.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Sarah

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.8/10

The hotel is located in the Karen area of Nairobi, about 35 minutes from the international airport. The rooms are exactly as described, with high vaulted ceilings and high-end accommodations, spacious, well-appointed, and thoughtfully laid out. The service is very friendly and helpful, offering assistance beyond expectations. The dining experience at Hemingways is delightful, with a variety of choices to enjoy. However, the price can be on the higher side for some visitors.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are huge and very well appointed.

Service

9.0

The staff goes above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay, offering assistance promptly and with a personal touch.

Location

8.0

The location is ideal for excursions to various places such as the Karen Blixen Museum and craft markets, offering beautiful views and a cozy yet luxurious ambiance.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at Hemingways is amazing, providing a wide array of delicious dishes to savor.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts excellent facilities, including room service, car hire, dry cleaning, laundry services, and valet parking, catering to various needs of guests.

Friendly staff

Pricey for some