Giraffe Manor

Langata, Kenya

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Stay at Giraffe Manor

Located in 12 acres of private land and 180 acres of forest in Nairobi, Giraffe Manor offers guests the chance to see giraffe like never before. The herd of Rothschild giraffe will appear throughout the day, predominantly around meal times in the hope of being given a treat.

Giraffe Manor is one of Nairobi’s most iconic buildings. The historic manor house has extraordinary appeal, that harks back to the 1930s when visitors first flocked to East Africa to enjoy safaris. With its stately façade, elegant interior, verdant green gardens, sunny terraces and delightful courtyards, guests often remark that it’s like walking into the film Out of Africa: indeed, one of its twelve rooms is named after the author Karen Blixen.

One of the most fascinating things about Giraffe Manor is its resident herd of Rothschild’s giraffes who may visit morning and evening, poking their long necks into the windows in the hope of a treat, before retreating to their forest sanctuary.

From encounters with the world’s tallest mammal to exploring local culture, there’s plenty to keep you entertained during your stay, both within the manor’s grounds and in the local area. Visit the orphaned elephants at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and watch their keepers feed and interact with them. This is an incredibly inspiring and moving experience and is highly recommended for anyone that has the time.

The original manor house was built in 1932 and has six rooms: Betty, Daisy, Jock, Lynn, Marlon and the Karen Blixen Suite. Since the acquisition of the Giraffe Manor in April 2009, owners Tanya and Mikey have turned this property into one of the most sought-after hotels in the world. They have lovingly remodelled the interiors with a passion to ensure that the manor retained its 1930s character and charming history. An original art deco bathroom, antique furniture and the names of each room all reveal something of the manor’s colourful past.

Why we love it

Giraffe Manor is a unique boutique hotel in the heart of Nairobi, famous for its resident herd of endangered Rothschild Giraffe
Nearby are the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park, along with the many restaurants and shops in Langata and Karen, Nairobi’s upmarket suburbs
Set in 140 acres of indigenous forest, the house and grounds are simply beautiful. Built in 1932 as a house for Sir David Duncan, it retains the design and feel of its former days, and you feel you are staying in a friend’s house

Facilities

Wifi

Luxurious Spa

Manor House Bar

Lounge With A View

Air Conditioning

Experiences

Feed The Giraffe

Share your breakfast with the long-necked residents of the manor as they poke their heads through the window looking for a tasty treat.

Walking With Giraffes

Take a stroll through the gardens amongst the giraffes who live here, or walk over to the Afew Giraffe Centre to see their conservation efforts.

Adopt An Elephant Calf

Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and see their amazing work with orphaned elephant & rhino calves - you can even adopt one

Karen Blixen Museum

Step back in time to learn about the history of European settlers in Kenya with a visit to the famous Karen Blixen museum.

Afternoon Tea

Sit out on the terrace as the sun sets behind the Ngong Hills to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea or sundowner with an African twist.

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Tameem

I went on an adventure of a lifetime to Kenya, planned by True Travel. Borana was the perfect introduction to Africa – the staff were fantastic, the lodge very comfortable and I had amazing wildlife sightings. Then the helicopter flight and night out with Andrew (the real Crocodile Dundee) was an experience of a lifetime; we went scorpion hunting, crocodile catching, swimming in lakes and flew over flamingos. All in all, everything was fantastically planned and the service was brilliant. I’m looking forward to the next adventure!