Inside Nairobi’s Most Historic Stay

Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages. A Boutique Luxury Hotel in Karen, Nairobi

Tucked beneath the jacarandas in one of Nairobi’s most serene neighborhoods, the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages offers more than just a place to stay it invites you into a story. One of colonial charm, quiet elegance, and deeply Kenyan hospitality.

Minutes from the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park, this boutique property combines history with modern comfort making it the ideal luxury hotel in Karen Nairobi for travelers looking to rest, reconnect, and experience the soul of the city.

Set on land that once formed part of the original Karen Blixen estate, the hotel preserves its heritage with lush gardens, historic stonework, and verandas shaded by flowering trees. The atmosphere is calm, secluded, and effortlessly elegant. Unlike large hotels, here you’re greeted by name not a room number.

Whether you’re arriving from an international flight or winding down after a safari, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden provides a soft landing. One where luxury feels personal.

Luxury stay in Nairobi.

Each of the 13 individually designed cottages reflects the warmth and craftsmanship of a bygone era elevated for today’s discerning traveler.

What you’ll find inside:

Spacious layouts with king or queen beds
Original high-beamed ceilings and carved wooden furniture
Working fireplaces for cool Nairobi evenings
Private patios overlooking lush garden corners
Ensuite bathrooms with premium amenities
Wi-Fi, writing desks, and in-room coffee & tea service

No two cottages are alike. Some connect for families, others are tucked in more secluded corners for couples. It’s not standardized. It’s personalized, and that’s exactly why guests return.

Perfect for:

Executives or creatives seeking stillness without compromise, Honeymooners and romantic escapes, Pre/post-safari rest stops

Fine Dining at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden

With four distinctive restaurants, this boutique hotel is also one of the best places to dine in Nairobi. Led by Chef Paul one of Kenya’s Top 9 chefs each venue offers a different rhythm, but the same refined palette.

Babette’s

An elegant, candlelit dining room inspired by Babette’s Feast. Known for the Tomahawk & Wine Pairing a signature 500g cut served with sommelier-selected vintages.