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The Cottage Residence Karen

3.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with restaurant, near Nairobi National Park

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Experience the charm of Nairobi National Park at The Cottage Residence Karen. Unwind with a coffee in the cafe, explore the beautiful garden or let loose on the playground. With free WiFi, laundry facilities and a bar nearby, your stay is sure to be fun.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe House | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe House

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite | View from room

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room (Superior Room 1) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room (Superior Room 1)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
85 Banda Ln, Nairobi, Nairobi County

What's nearby

  • Nairobi National Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Yaya Centre - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Thika Road Mall - 30 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 23 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 38 min drive
  • Syokimau Station - 35 min drive
  • Lukenya (Kitengela) Station - 37 min drive
  • Nairobi Station - 38 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cultiva Farm Kenya - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Balcony Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Art Caffé - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Art Caffe - Hardy - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Cottage Residence Karen

The Cottage Residence Karen puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nairobi National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include free bike rentals and a garden.

At a glance

DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
DONE

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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Musical instruments

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV

Home comfort

  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 30 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 6 and 12 costs USD 30 (one-way)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number P051425385M

Also known as

The Residence Karen Nairobi
The Cottage Residence Karen Nairobi
The Cottage Residence Karen Guesthouse
The Cottage Residence Karen Guesthouse Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cottage Residence Karen offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Cottage Residence Karen does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Cottage Residence Karen?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cottage Residence Karen?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Cottage Residence Karen?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cottage Residence Karen?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Cottage Residence Karen?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Cottage Residence Karen and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. The Cottage Residence Karen also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Cottage Residence Karen?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Cottage Residence Karen like?

The Cottage Residence Karen is in Karen, a short 20-minute walk from Nairobi National Park.

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