The Drexel House Kenya
4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Rhino Park Road, Nairobi, Nairobi County
- The Hub KarenPlace, The Hub Karen6 min drive
- Nairobi Business ParkPlace, Nairobi Business Park9 min drive
- The Karen HospitalPlace, The Karen Hospital11 min drive
- Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)32 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
View all photos for Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Room
Standard Room
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Large Twin Bed
View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Suite, 1 Queen Bed
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Family Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Nairobi
Located in Karen, The Drexel House Kenya is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from The Hub Karen and within a 10-minute drive of Nairobi Business Park. This 4-star guesthouse has 7 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- The Hub Karen - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
- Nairobi Business Park - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
- The Karen Hospital - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
- Karen Country Club - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles
- Karen Blixen Museum - 13 min drive - 5.3 miles
Getting around
- Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 25 min drive
- Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
- Asmara - 6 min drive
- Java House Karen - 7 min drive
- Artcaffe - 7 min drive
- The Legend, Karen - 7 min drive
- The Bull Karen - 4 min drive
About this property
The Drexel House Kenya
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Drexel House Kenya enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for KES 6000 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free secured self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- A poolside bar
- Couples/private dining
Things to do
- 24-hour pool access
- Bicycle tours
- Outdoor pool
Family friendly
- Children's dinnerware
- Free supervised activities for children
- Outdoor pool
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
- Coworking space
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- In a nature reserve
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible airport shuttle
- No elevator
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Children's slippers
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Rainfall showerhead
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Towels provided
More
- Laundry detergent
- Mobile key entry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Airport shuttle fee: KES 6000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
- Check-in: noon—-anytime
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards and cash.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- 24-hour pool access
- There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
The Drexel House Kenya Nairobi
The Drexel House Kenya Guesthouse
The Drexel House Kenya Guesthouse Nairobi
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at The Drexel House Kenya?
The Drexel House Kenya offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.
What's there to do around The Drexel House Kenya?
This guesthouse is situated in Karen, close to Karen Blixen Museum, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages, and The Hub Karen. You'll also find The Junction Shopping Mall and Karen Country Club nearby.
Will I be able to park at The Drexel House Kenya?
Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.
Does The Drexel House Kenya have a casino on the premises?
No, The Drexel House Kenya doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at The Drexel House Kenya?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Is The Drexel House Kenya good for couples?
There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and private dining.
Does The Drexel House Kenya have a hot tub?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.
Does The Drexel House Kenya have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
The Drexel House Kenya offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.
Does The Drexel House Kenya allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at The Drexel House Kenya.
Are there connecting rooms at The Drexel House Kenya?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.
What is the closest airport to The Drexel House Kenya?
The closest major airport to The Drexel House Kenya is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is 12.3 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is located 20.8 mi away (38-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at The Drexel House Kenya?
No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Drexel House Kenya.