Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages - Nairobi
A continuation of storytelling and building of history around Karen Blixen, the famous author of Out of Africa. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages is a luxury boutique hotel, situated on a historic site in the leafy suburb of Karen, Nairobi. It is the perfect venue to start or finish your African Safari. The reception at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages, Ltd. is the Historic Swedo House which was the original hunting lodge/farm house, built between 1906 and 1908. It is located approximately half a mile from the Karen Blixen Museum (Bogani House from the film “Out of Africa”).
Exquisite conference packages
Our meeting spaces are augmented with the latest meeting technology and an expert team that works round the clock to make sure we deliver successful meetings & convention experiences.
Lounge and Bars
The Hattons Bar | Babette’s Bar | Bar & Atrium
Relaxed and informal, the Hattons Bar captures the passion and personality of a rustic themed decor with richly textured chairs and couches, huge fire place, wall to wall windows and expansive skylights. As if that’s not enough, one can relax at the pergola right next to the beautiful heated pool and enjoy a whiskey and cigar. We offer a wide range of cocktail menu as we pair exotic flavors with soaring spirits. We stock an international selection of Old and New wines from across the globe.
Engagements, Weddings, Events and Special celebrations venues
Karen Blixen is all about setting timeless memories. There is always so much to celebrate – birthdays, anniversaries, renewal of vows, tying the knot, honeymoons and so much more. Give Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages a chance to throw a party to celebrate your special occasion.
EXCURSIONS NAIROBI
During a stay in Nairobi we can arrange a number of interesting Nairobi excursions including a visit to the Elephant Orphanage, the Giraffe Centre, the Karen Blixen Museum or the Nairobi National Park to name a few. We have our own fleet of high-quality minivans with expert driver-guides. Vehicles are on a private-hire basis so you have the flexibility to choose how to spend your time. Typically one can do 1 – 2 excursions in a half day and 2 – 4 in a fully day, plus a lunch or dinner.