See great photos, full ratings, facilities, expert advice and book the best hotel deals. For bookings made on or after april 6, 2020, be sure to consider the risk of the coronavirus covid19 and associated government measures. Giraffe manor kenya safari accommodation go2africa. Most of the hotels grounds are dedicated to the giraffe center and a group of them are always roaming the grounds.
Giraffe manor is a small hotel in the langata suburb of nairobi. When staying at giraffe manor in kenya, we recommend experiencing some of the surrounding nairobi attractions and tour activities including nairobi national park before heading out on your kenya safari to masai mara for the wildebeest migration, amboseli, samburu or laikipia lewa, nakuru and naivasha great rift valley lakes. But visitors would do well to stay a while longer and book at least one night at giraffe manor, an exclusive hotel set within an. Giraffe manor ever since my first trip to africa in 2000, giraffes have been my favorite animals. Giraffe manor is one of the most popular accommodation choices in the whole of eastern africa. Remember to carry a valid identification card with you. They soon found out that 3 wild masai giraffes lived on the land they had bought which was when they got interested in giraffes.
Betty superior room, giraffe manor the safari collection. Giraffe manorif you book another of our properties, you get access to the garden manor. This old manor home dates back to 1930s when the first europeans came to kenya for safaris. The manor was originally built in 1932, it has been a hotel since 1984. Highlights our rates the giraffe centre is open from 9 am to 5 pm, seven days a week. This table shows a live guide to the availability at giraffe manor. No matter what national park youre in, you see them from miles away, moving slowly through the grass and trees, dining on acacia. Giraffe manor is a unique and charmingly eccentric country house hotel that has enduring appeal. They said 2 years ahead is good to book, especially during peak season. Travellers will need to book at least 9 12 months in advance, sometimes. Proceeds from entry fees go towards our conservation education work with students and teachers across kenya.
Breakfast with giraffes all you need to know about. Built in the 1930s, many of the rooms retain original features, providing a seamless blend of comfort and luxury. Most safari trips including kenyas worldrenowned national parks think masai mara, amboseli and tsavo start andor end in nairobi, so its perfectly placed for a gentle winddown after your safari or a gentle preparation, before. Giraffe manor is in nairobi, kenya, in east africa. This building has gone through a lot of functional changes rather than structural ones first of all as a hunting lodge, then as a giraffe sanctuary to make a shelter for the endangered rothschild giraffes, when the kenyan government was forced to buy land of about 73 sq. The historic manor house has extraordinary appeal, that harks back to the 1930s when. Giraffe manor the safari collection house is within easy reach of popular attractions, book. Giraffe manor, the safari collection, nairobi, kenya. Giraffe manor is one of nairobis most popular boutique lodges. As one of nairobis most iconic buildings, giraffe manor has extraordinary appeal, that harks back to the 1930s when european visitors first flocked to east. Giraffe manor nairobi, kenya hotel, wildlife sanctuary. Our many visits, including stays in both the main and garden manors in 2017 and 2018, have convinced us that its still one of the best places around the city.
If you dont book a flexible rate, you may not be entitled to a refund. The property is surrounded by 56 hectares of indigenous forest housing a variety of wildlife. The giraffe manor was constructed in 1932 modeled after a scottish hunting lodge in 1974 it was bought by betty and jock leslie melville, two americans working in kenya. Lavandula swiss italian farm and the tangled maze are also worth visiting. By continuing, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. When it first opened, it was neck and shoulders above nairobis other places to stay. That experience is staying at giraffe manor in nairobi, kenya. Kenya, the giraffe manor in nairobi is a colonialera mansion reminiscent of the. This photo was pulled from the giraffe manor website. Giraffe manor, hotel with giraffes the safari collection.
Kuoni is the most awarded luxury travel operator in the uk. Giraffe manor african safari experts giraffe manor. Interact with friendly giraffe at this manorstyle guesthouse, a great safari stopover conveniently set in a leafy nairobi suburb. Often referred to as one of the most instagrammed properties in the world, giraffe manor is set in 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest in the langata suburb of nairobi. It is for this reason that availability for giraffe manor is often difficult to secure within 6 months of enquiring, unless it is booked with a sister property if you are looking to travel within the next 6 months, or youd like to combine a stay at giraffe manor with a safari in a nearby reserve. Live availability for giraffe manor kenya expert africa. Giraffe manor room rates, nairobi accommodation prices.
As one of nairobi s most iconic buildings, giraffe manor has extraordinary appeal, that harks back to the 1930s when european visitors first flocked to east africa to enjoy safaris. The manor was built on an impression of a scottish hunting lodge by sir david duncan in 1932. The same week that the couple moved into the manor, they learned about the plight of the rothschilds giraffe and decided to do whatever they could to conserve them. Giraffe manor is an exclusive boutique hotel situated on 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of forest just 30 minutes from the city of nairobi, making it extremely convenient. I booked 20 months in advance with giraffe manor and there were rooms taken already. There are unique hotels all over the world, but the list narrows quickly when you identify truly oneofakind experiences. Giraffe manor is one of nairobis most iconic buildings.
The giraffe manor in the langata suburb on the outskirts of nairobi is an elegant and exclusive boutique hotel which has gained worldwide acclaim thanks to its resident herd of endangered rothschilds giraffe. To book giraffe manor, you can check availability online. Giraffe manor hotel is located on the edge of nairobi national park, just outside kenyas capital city of nairobi. Alternatively, you can check availability and book online by clicking here. Giraffe manor is owned by the safari collection and is an exclusive boutique hotel, set in 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest in the langata suburb of nairobi.
Betty spr dbl jock spr twindbl lynn spr dbltwn daisy spr twindbl marlon spr dbltwn karen blixen suite. Giraffe manor, aug 2016 prices nairobi, kenya lodge. Giraffe manor hotel in nairobi kenya, africa with kids. The staff was so personal an d took care of us with exceptional service. The giraffe manor hotel in nairobi is a colonialera mansion reminiscent of the colonial heyday in kenya. Giraffe manor accommodation prices for kenya falls under the africanmecca hotel tier 1 experience. Book giraffe manor, a luxury hotel in kenya carrier. My first exposure to an article about the hotel giraffe manor in nairobi, kenya was followed by a flurry of emails to friends with an all caps wow in the subject line. Please wait for a few seconds for a coloured grid showing the availability for giraffe manor to load. Book giraffe manor in daylesford this vacation home is located in daylesford. The 12roomed boutique residence was once home to betty and jock lesliemelville, conservationists who began the rehoming of the rothchild giraffes. It is part of a modern wildlife sanctuary located 20km from nairobi.
Betty lesliemelville and her husband jock bought the manor in the 1970s. Homepage african fund for endangered wildlife giraffe. We recommend booking an option with free cancellation in case your travel plans change. Giraffe love shutterstock now that youve seen this amazing place, head on over to our african budget safaris homepage and find your onceinalifetime safari that wont break the bank, thus allowing you the spoil of a night or two at kenyas giraffe manor. Animals and pets funny animals cute animals nairobi elephant giraffe art. However, a highlight of any stay here is the unique and closeup interactions with the rothschild giraffe which roam the grounds and visit the hotel for treats. Giraffe manor is a highly impressive property in langata, on the outskirts of nairobi. Giraffe manor giraffe hotel in nairobi, kenya yellow. Giraffe manor the safari collection house is within easy reach of popular attractions, this unique hotel accommodates a small group of guests. Located in a forested suburb of nairobi, the hotel is surrounded by gardens, terraces and courtyards, offering an oasis of calm. Almost every kenyan safari includes a layover in nairobi. Giraffe manor is an exclusive boutique hotel, owned by the safari collection. Check your dates by using the dropdown selector, and then press change date. The interactions with the giraffes from our room to the breakfast room to the afternoon feedings was an extraordinary experience.