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Set in Nairobi, 19 km from Kenyatta International Conference Centre, The Drexel House Kenya offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the property also features a bar, as well as barbecue facilities. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and American options. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, international and European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The Drexel House Kenya offers a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. The Drexel House Kenya features amenities such as an on-site business centre and hot tub. Nairobi National Museum is 21 km from the hotel, while Ngong Racecourse is 11 km away. Wilson Airport is 18 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Nairobi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anna
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The beautiful garden and nice swimming pool. The private cottage was also really nice. In the evening they brought a jiko to warm the house a bit. Although it wasn’t very cold it gave us very cosy moments.
  • Anil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were absolutely amazing - Jeremy in particular was so kind and helpful to us, and made us feel right at home!
  • Lucy
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Drexel House was very welcoming and its location in Karen is great - an oasis of calm in a busy city. As soon as you enter the gates, the noise of the city seems far away, and you feel relaxed and peaceful. The gardens are wonderful and we enjoyed...
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm welcome, stunning gardens, good food, helpful staff and Dan, the proprietor, very approachable. Rooms roomy and comfortable. I wd have no hesitation booking again.
  • Sandy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The setting was absolutely fantastic, calm and quiet despite the hustle and bustle of Nairobi. The homely nature of the setting and staff proved delightful for a nice break from work.
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    The place was very quiet. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. The meals were plentiful and cooked as ordered and reasonably priced.
  • Oleh
    Ukraine Ukraine
    We have spent the most unforgettable days at the Drexel House! The location is perfect! There is a beautiful garden at the house where you can enjoy breakfast with a beautiful view! The design of the house is so adorable! There are a lot of...
  • Tim_gardner
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful location, with very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable rooms and beds. Dinner service (for guests only) had a good menu with varied dishes.
  • Karel
    Spain Spain
    The property is very well kept, clean and feels like home away from home, with a friendly and helpful staff that go out of their way to make your stay with them enjoyable and relaxing.
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was fantastic. Great location for exploring activities and safari. It was very peaceful and tranquil. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was brilliant, plenty of choice freshly made. You order your breakfast the night...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Drexel House Kenya
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Water park
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Transport

  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Infinity pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun umbrellas

Wellness

  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. That's about £80. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Drexel House Kenya

  • Room options at The Drexel House Kenya include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Bungalow
    • Family
  • Check-in at The Drexel House Kenya is from 00:00, and check-out is until 00:00.

  • Guests staying at The Drexel House Kenya can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • American
  • The prices at The Drexel House Kenya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Drexel House Kenya is 9.3 miles from the centre of Nairobi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Drexel House Kenya has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • The Drexel House Kenya offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Swimming Pool
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Horse riding
    • Walking tours
    • Game drives
    • Open-air bath
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Public Bath
  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Drexel House Kenya on this page.