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Karen Inn and Suites

3.0 star property
Hotel in Nairobi with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Front of property - evening/night
Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Garden
Free daily continental breakfast
At Karen Inn and Suites, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure and a massage at Karen Inn Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Room amenity

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Suite,

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room, Jetted Tub | Living area

Executive Room, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Karen, a neighborhood in Nairobi, Karen Inn and Suites is near the airport and in a national park. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages and Uhuru Gardens Memorial Park are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit The Hub Karen and Galleria Shopping Mall. Nairobi Railway Museum and Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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Map
Karen Road, opposite Department of Defence Karen, Nairobi, 00100

What's nearby

  • The Hub Karen - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Giraffe Centre - 11 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Yaya Centre - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 23 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House Karen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Haru - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McFrys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Smoke - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Que Pasa Bar and Bistro Karen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Karen Inn and Suites

Hotel located in Karen
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Karen Inn and Suites. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or a massage at Karen Inn Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Karen Inn Nairobi
Karen Inn
Karen Nairobi
Karen Inn and Suites Hotel
Karen Inn and Suites Nairobi
Karen Inn and Suites Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Is Karen Inn and Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Karen Inn and Suites?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karen Inn and Suites?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Karen Inn and Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Karen Inn and Suites provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karen Inn and Suites located?

Located in Karen, this spa hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Karen Country Club, The Karen Hospital, and The Hub Karen. Oloolua Nature Trail and Nairobi Business Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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