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Karen Gables

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Karen Blixen Museum

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Outdoor pool
Business Double Room, 1 King Bed | Living area
Junior Suite
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Karen Gables offers a quiet sanctuary minutes from the Karen Blixen Museum. Guests enjoy English breakfast, relax on the sunny terrace, or swim in the pool. Practical amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and complimentary self-parking.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$757
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Business Double Room, 1 King Bed | In-room dining

Business Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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Mbagathi Ridge No 76D, Karen, Nairobi, 415-00502

What's nearby

  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Nairobi National Park - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Yaya Centre - 17 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 29 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House Karen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hemingways Nairobi Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Java House Kerarapon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Haru - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McFrys - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Karen Gables

Upscale guest house near Karen Blixen Museum
Consider a stay at Karen Gables and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecues and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Karen Gables offer comforts, such as private plunge pools and Hot tubs, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and heated floors.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Heated floors, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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 at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 88.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one way)
  • 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.

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Karen Gables House Nairobi
Karen Gables Nairobi
Karen Gables Guesthouse Nairobi
Karen Gables Guesthouse
Karen Gables Nairobi
Karen Gables Guesthouse
Karen Gables Guesthouse Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Does Karen Gables have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Karen Gables?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karen Gables on 2 Dec 2025 start from AU$757.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Karen Gables pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Karen Gables?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karen Gables?

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Karen Gables?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Karen Gables provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per person applies.

Where is Karen Gables located?

Located in Karen, this guesthouse is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Karen Blixen Museum, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Nairobi National Park and Yaya Centre. Uhuru Park and Kenya Railway Golf Club are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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