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Hemingways Eden Residence

Nairobi, Kenya

Lodge describes itself as: Boutique. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Hotel
Value · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate

Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.

Photo: Hemingways Collection · Source ↗

Breakfast (BB)

Breakfast, Bottled mineral water and 1 more

9 rooms

Master Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3 and 4 more · Sleeps up to 21 guests

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

via Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$550

per room / night

Overview

About Hemingways Eden Residence

Hemingways Eden Residence brings an artist's home and a private gallery together in Nairobi's leafy Lang'ata suburb, beside the Giraffe Sanctuary Forest. Nine individually styled rooms are spread between the Main House, the Studio and a separate cottage. Shared lounges, a forest-facing veranda and The Deck restaurant give the stay a residential feel, while the Artisanal Gallery adds a focus on East African design. Breakfast is included, and the cottage has its own kitchenette and lounge. The Main House and full estate can also be booked for exclusive use, making this a small-scale base for private gatherings.

“Choose Eden for art-filled rooms, shared spaces with character and a quieter Nairobi base. Its small scale and exclusive-use options suit travellers who prefer a house-like stay to a large hotel.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

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What you can expect to see

An art-filled former family home beside the Giraffe Sanctuary Forest, with nine rooms and its own gallery.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Breakfast (BB)

Special offer: Stay three nights and pay for two on bed and breakfast stays from 1 November to 17 December 2026. Payments are non-refundable.

Included

  • Breakfast
  • Bottled mineral water
  • Government taxes

Optional extras (at a cost)

  • Transfers

Airport transfers are charged separately.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Spa
  • Library
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • En-suite bathroom
  • In-room WiFi

Rooms

Where you sleep

Sleeps up to 21 guests

  • Master Bedroom 11 at the property · Super king size bed, Private outdoor veranda, Walk-in wardrobe, Separate bathtub
  • Bedroom 21 at the property · King size bed, En-suite bathroom, Tree canopy views
  • Bedroom 31 at the property · King size bed, En-suite bathroom, Tree canopy views
  • Garden View1 at the property · King size bed, Rain shower, Separate bathtub, Kitchen garden views
  • Forest View1 at the property · King size bed, Rain shower, Separate bathtub, Forest views
  • Garden Loft3 at the property · King or twin beds, Ground-floor bedroom, En-suite shower, Upstairs living area
  • Cottage1 at the property · Kitchenette, Garden-facing veranda, Lounge area, En-suite bath and shower

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
  2. Transfer
  3. Hemingways Eden Residence
How you arrive
By air · via Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Transfers
Private transfers are available from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport. The drive from Wilson takes about 30 minutes; arrange airport transfers in advance.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 13:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Single travellers
A single supplement applies
Exclusive use
Available

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Best time to visit
  2. February: Best time to visit
  3. April: Green season
  4. May: Green season
  5. June: Best time to visit
  6. July: Best time to visit
  7. August: Best time to visit
  8. September: Best time to visit
  9. October: Best time to visit
  10. December: Best time to visit
  • Best time to visit
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Feb

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Apr

Green season

Wildlife: Long rains; the residence remains open.

Open throughout the month. Long rains are typical.

May

Green season

Wildlife: Long rains; the residence remains open.

Open throughout the month. Long rains are typical.

Jun

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Jul

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Aug

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Sep

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Oct

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dec

Best time to visit

Wildlife: Dry weather for exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

Dry weather favours exploring Nairobi and wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park.

How we judge each month
  • Best time to visitAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.