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Feed gentle giraffes from your balcony and watch them stroll across the grounds
Go on a morning safari in search of wildlife, then enjoy afternoon tea in the gardens
Relax with breakfast in bed and enjoy a private dinner in Orchard House

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Hotel Overview

Exclusive retreat

Giraffe Manor can be found in the Langata area of Nairobi. It’s set across 12 acres of private land on 140 acres of indigenous forest, so it’s a secluded base for an exclusive safari adventure in Kenya. You can stay in either the Manor House or the Garden Manor – both are sophisticated houses steeped in history. Wander through the manicured gardens and courtyards and you’ll get a close encounter with the local herd of Rothschild’s giraffes. If you’re lucky, they might even pop their heads through your room’s open windows looking for a treat or two.

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Historic style

Giraffe Manor was built in 1932, and its design was inspired by Scotland’s stately hunting lodges. It’s the oldest of the Safari Collection’s properties and is home to herds of giraffes who call the surrounding land home. Lots of people say a stay here feels like you’re living the film Out of Africa in real life. And that’s not a coincidence, as one of the manor’s rooms is named after the novel’s author, Karen Blixen.

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Safaris for everyone

The Safari Collection is known for hosting unforgettable safari trips across Kenya and the continent. During a stay at Giraffe Manor, you can get involved in all kinds of wild adventures. Try a Photography Safari and learn more about local Samburu culture with a professional guide. If you’re visiting with family, go on a Lion King Adventure through the areas that inspired the Disney film. Or you could simply relax at the manor and have breakfast with the giraffes or wander the lawns to visit the Giraffe Centre.

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Facilities

Giraffe Centre in the grounds, with proceeds going to the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife
Spa offering a range of massage and beauty treatments
Games including croquet, boules and chess
Orchid House filled with flowers – the ideal spot for reading, drawing and painting
Excursions including horse riding, elephant feeding at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and museum visits
Private dinners on request
Giraffe Manor Shop
Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Breakfast

Begin the day with a ‘giraffe’ tray at breakfast delivered directly to your door, piled high with blueberry pancakes and local breakfast treats.

Afternoon tea

After your morning safari, return to Giraffe Manor and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the gardens. You can tuck into fresh scones, sweet cakes and your favourite type of tea.

Private dining

Fancy a romantic meal one evening? When the sun sets, stroll over to Orchid House and enjoy a private candlelit dinner.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms are split across the Manor House and the Garden Manor. Both houses are covered with climbing ivy, while inside is cosy and inviting. If you choose to stay the Manor House, your room will be styled with the property’s original Thirties decor in mind. Or opt for a Garden Manor room, which features reclaimed materials from the early 19th century when the main house was built.

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Each room includes

Complimentary Wi-Fi
King-size bed with mosquito net
Indoor and outdoor shower
Handmade Kenyan toiletries
Bathrobes and hairdryer
Mini-bar and waiter service
Tea and coffee making facilities
Laundry services
Safe

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Karen Blixen Suite

You’ll find this suite on the top floor of the Manor House and it’s the ideal base for families to feed giraffes as soon as you wake up.

Master bedroom with king-size bed
Second bedroom with twin beds
Two en suite bathrooms, both with free-standing bathtub and shower
Fireplace in lounge
Balcony where you can feed giraffes

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Betty Superior Room

One king-size bed
Art Deco bathroom with free-standing bathtub and shower
In-room fireplace
Balcony where you can feed giraffes

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Daisy Superior Room

This room is named after the original Daisy Rothschild giraffe, who was hand-raised by the founders of the manor. And it faces westward, so you’ll have lovely views across Ngong Hills.

One king-size bed or two twin beds
Bathroom with twin basins and a shower
Balcony where you can feed giraffes

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Jock Superior Room

The best thing about Jock’s Superior Room is its proximity to the friendly giraffes, who you can feed with pellets from your room. Come evening, unwind by the fireplace and look out at views over the Giraffe Centre.

One king-size bed or two twin beds
Bathroom with free-standing bathtub, shower and twin basins
In-room fireplace
Front-view window where you can feed giraffes

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