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Karen Gables

Nairobi · Kenya

Mbagathi Ridge No 76D KarenView location

9.8/10Excellent40 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.6/109.6
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.6/109.6
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  • Adults Only

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About Karen Gables

Located in the Langata area of Nairobi, Karen Gables is a 4-star guesthouse just a short drive from the Karen Blixen Museum and Nairobi National Park. Enjoy recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. The guesthouse also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and barbecue grills.

Each of the six air-conditioned rooms features a private pool and a private spa tub, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi, a safe, a desk, and daily housekeeping. Room service is available during limited hours, and guests can relax with a drink at one of the two bars/lounges.

A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Additional amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge (24 hours), and free self-parking is available on-site.

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With a stay at Karen Gables in Nairobi (Karen), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Karen Blixen Museum and 11 minutes from Nairobi National Park. This guesthouse is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Yaya Centre and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Uhuru Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 10:30 AM
Check-in until 11:30 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 88.0 per day

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Italian

Nearby attractions

Oloolua Nature Trail 1.6 km / 1 mi
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Karen Blixen Museum 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Karen Country Club 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
The Karen Hospital 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Kazuri Beads Factory 5.7 km / 3.6 mi
The Hub Karen 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Nairobi National Park 8 km / 5 mi
Nairobi Business Park 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Galleria Shopping Mall 9 km / 5.6 mi
Bomas of Kenya 9.6 km / 6 mi
Nairobi Animal Orphanage 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
The Junction Shopping Mall 11.7 km / 7.3 mi
Prestige Plaza 14.7 km / 9.1 mi
Lucky 8 Casino 14.9 km / 9.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 6
  • guest house
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
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  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Bar
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Breakfast
  • Only Adults
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability

Room types

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  • JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • WITH DOUBLE BED • 50 m²JSU.DB
    JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDPhoto unavailable5 photos

    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    50 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Hairdryer
    • Balcony
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Housekeeping
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    • Soundproof room
    • TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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    Karen Gables

    JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    5 photos

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    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    50 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.DB

    Room amenities

    • Safe
    • Hairdryer
    • Balcony
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Housekeeping
    • Soundproof room
    • TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 50 m²TWN.ST
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable6 photos

    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    50 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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    Karen Gables

    TWIN STANDARD

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    6 photos

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    Room overview

    Smoking room
    Room size
    50 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping
    • Bathrobes
    • Desk
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BED • 50 m²DBL.KG
    DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable11 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    50 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Desk
    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Fireplace
    • Bathrobes
    • Safe
    • Balcony
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    • Toiletries
    • Hairdryer

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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    Karen Gables

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    11 photos

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    50 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Room amenities

    • Desk
    • Soundproof room
    • Housekeeping
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Fireplace
    • Bathrobes
    • Safe
    • Balcony
    • Toiletries
    • Hairdryer

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE BUSINESS KING BEDDOUBLE • BUSINESS KING BEDDBL.BS-KG

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    BUSINESS KING BED

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    Karen Gables

    DOUBLE BUSINESS KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    BUSINESS KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.BS-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE COMFORTDOUBLE • COMFORTDBL.OM

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    COMFORT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Limited room details from hotel

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    Karen Gables

    DOUBLE COMFORT

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    COMFORT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.OM

    Limited room details from hotel

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Karen Gables

9.8
Excellent
40 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2026
Judith
Everything was absolutely wonderful, excellent staff and food.
Highly recommended
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2025
Juanita
Gorgeous, impeccable service.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2024
Carole
Staff were outstanding. Atmosphere was lovely. Only quibble was the entrance area to our room was not well lit and there were stone steps, so easy to trip.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Paul
Beautiful, calm setting. Perfect for a respite after a long trip over from the states. Wonderful staff, good food, and lovely gardens and pool.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2024
Nzioka
Excellent location . Wonderful service .
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2024
Regina
This property is beyond charming. It is so beautiful! From the building, the furnishings, the rooms, to the gardens... it was like a hidden garden in the city. The staff was so very kind and easy to work with. The meals were splendid and dining outdoors to candlelight in the evening was pure perfection. I only wish we had stayed longer!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2024
Catherine
This a proper guest house, where you are welcomed by the owner and his excellent staff. The common areas are esthetically pleasing, with carefully curated collections of African art, historical maps, and one of the best Matchbox toy car fleet I have ever seen. There are multiple sitting areas indoors and in the garden area for the guests occupying the eight rooms to enjoy. Rooms are large with all the modern conveniences. Although a relatively new build, it has been purposely finished to resemble an old manor home. The service was excellent. The breakfasts and dinners the best we had on our extended trip. Special thanks to Chefs Patrick and Robin for accomodating my dietary requirements. And Newton and Mumbo's service and advice on wine much appreciated. We a little sheepishly took advantage of the complimentary laundry service as we had just finished an 8 day safari in hot, wet, muddy conditions, but we were so grateful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2023
Michael
A delightful, secluded hotel in Karen which is conveniently located close to a number of tourist spots such as the Karen Blixen Museum, Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. The staff were thoughtful, personable and respectful of guests and the hotel was extremely accommodating with our request for a late check-out (given the flight time on our final day). The property is nicely appointed and well-maintained. Highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2023
monika
Beautifully decorated and every corner felt cozy and personal
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2023
Larry

Kenyan delight

It is a serene property. Rooms are small and comfortable. The rest of the place on the inside had plenty of places to sit and relax. The outside was the same and add the beautiful gardens and swimming pool. The owner and his staff were helpful and charming.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2023
Tony

A wonderful find

A wonderful find outside of the hustle and bustle of the City Centre. I was in Nairobi for 3 days of work and found it a great, quiet base from which to attend meetings, but also to retreat to.
A very comfortable room and great common areas both inside and in the amazing garden.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2023
Leah
We had a short but excellent stay. The staff were very accommodating to our needs and we really enjoyed the hotel. Highly recommend!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2021
William

A tranquil boutique hotel in Nariobi

KG is the perfect place to spend a couple of days whether acclimatizing to Kenya at the beginning of your trip or relaxing at the end after some hectic safari.

It is a small boutique hotel with very friendly and personal service. Steve and William were a great credit - you must definitely try one of Steve's signature cocktails.

The living space was just what was needed after a hectic trip and I highly recommend eating breakfast or dinner on the veranda!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jun 2021
Kelly

Quiet place to relax

Great homey stay in a quiet part of the city. Loved the attention to detail and the friendly staff. Will be back.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2021
Honore
The staff and place all together were amazing.
I had a great experience and will be coming back.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2021
Verified traveler
Amazing, homey place with interesting details and fabulous service. A peaceful island in Nairobi.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
The house and grounds are stunning and extremely relaxing. The food is also very good. Not fancy, but deliciously prepared and served.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2020
Ari

Hidden gem in Karen

Amazing hidden gem in Karen. The building and grounds are beautiful. The staff were very kind and welcoming. Comfortable room in a stately home. I could only stay one night, so didn't get to relax and enjoy the property as much as I would have liked to.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
This quaint and absolutely gorgeous estate with so much character is tucked back off the beaten path in a quiet and peaceful suburb of Nairobi and was the perfect place to spend several days both relaxing and exploring the many points of interest in and around the city. The grounds were immaculate, the staff were more than eager to ensure that every need was attended to, and the owner even made an appearance at one point and was very (authentically) friendly and expressed a genuine interest in getting to know the guests and made you feel right at home. I can't recommend this place enough!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2019
Mary

Lovely

The hotel and service were great. The room was very spacious and unique. Had a nice swim in their backyard pool.
Self

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Karen Gables
Mbagathi Ridge No 76D Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

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