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The Drexel House Kenya

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Karen with outdoor pool and pool bar

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Interior detail
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Pool bar
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bathrobes
  • Free self parking
The price is $195
includes taxes & fees
$166 per night
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2025

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
Laundry detergent
Children's dinnerware
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rhino Park Road, Nairobi, Nairobi County

What's nearby

  • The Hub Karen - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Yaya Centre - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 19 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 25 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 38 min drive
  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
  • Nairobi Station - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House Karen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Asmara - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Talisman - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Java House Kerarapon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Artcaffe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Drexel House Kenya

The Drexel House Kenya is a great choice for a stay in Nairobi. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the pool bar.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Free supervised childcare

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free secured onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining

Traveling with children

  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Cabinet locks
  • Fireplace gate

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • 24-hour pool access

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Children's dinnerware

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KES 6000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Drexel House Kenya Nairobi
The Drexel House Kenya Guesthouse
The Drexel House Kenya Guesthouse Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Drexel House Kenya offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Drexel House Kenya does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Drexel House Kenya?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Are pets allowed at The Drexel House Kenya?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Drexel House Kenya?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Drexel House Kenya?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is KES 6000 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Drexel House Kenya?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Drexel House Kenya?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Drexel House Kenya and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The Drexel House Kenya also has an outdoor pool.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic garden
Great place, fantastic garden, a classical building, service minded staff so overall we had a marvelous time.
Robert, 1-night trip
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