Giraffe Manor
A Breakfast You’ll Never Forget
Imagine waking up in Nairobi to the soft rustle of trees outside your window. As the morning sun filters through the curtains, you sit down for breakfast in a grand manor house. Suddenly, a long neck stretches through the open window—an endangered Rothschild’s giraffe leans in, curious and playful. With a gentle nudge, it joins you at the table, brushing your hand with its velvet tongue as you offer a treat.
This is the magic of Giraffe Manor in Nairobi — one of the most unique hotels in the world and a must-stay experience on any Kenya safari holiday.
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🏆 Why Giraffe Manor Is Unlike Anywhere Else on Earth
- 🌍 Only One in the World — The only place on Earth where you can share your breakfast table with endangered Rothschild’s giraffes.
- 🏅 Forbes Travel Guide 2025 — Named among the 20 properties on the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide Edge List, celebrating unmatched luxury in extraordinary settings.
- 📸 Most Instagrammed — Considered one of the most Instagrammed properties in the world.
- 🏆 Readers’ Choice Awards — Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards winner for 9 consecutive years (2017–2025).
- 🎬 BBC Featured — Featured on BBC’s “Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby”.
🏛️ About Giraffe Manor
- 📍 Location — Nestled in the leafy Karen suburb of Nairobi · About 30 minutes from Wilson Airport and less than an hour from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
- 🏛️ Heritage — A 1932 Scottish-style manor house, set within 12 acres of private gardens and surrounded by 140 acres of indigenous forest.
- 🦒 Conservation — Home to a herd of endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, part of the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife’s breeding and rewilding program.
🦒 The Famous Giraffes
Aside from its beautiful façade and elegant interiors, Giraffe Manor is most known for its resident herd of Rothschild’s giraffe.
During the day, they poke their long necks into the windows in hopes of receiving a treat. Then they return to their forest sanctuary at the adjoining Giraffe Centre.
🦒 Giraffe Experiences
- 🍽️ Breakfast with Giraffes — Feed Rothschild’s giraffes as they poke their heads through dining room windows — a one-of-a-kind experience.
- ☕ Afternoon Tea on the Lawn — Share scones and tea while giraffes wander the gardens.
- 🚪 Front Door Encounters — Giraffes also visit the front door of the manor in search of treats.
- 🛏️ Bedroom Window Visits — Certain rooms offer direct giraffe encounters from the bedroom window — an unforgettable wake-up call.
🛏️ Accommodation at Giraffe Manor
Luxurious Accommodations and Personalized Service.
The manor features 12 exclusive rooms split between the historic main house and the newer Garden Manor. Each room is individually styled with:
- 🛏️ Four-Poster Beds — Romantic antique furnishings throughout.
- 🚿 Spacious Ensuite Bathrooms — Well-appointed with elegant finishes.
- 🌳 Garden or Forest Views — Each room enjoys views over the sanctuary.
- 🦒 Direct Giraffe Encounters — From certain rooms, giraffes visit your window.
From romantic suites for couples to family-friendly rooms, Giraffe Manor offers a luxurious yet intimate safari stay in Nairobi.
🎯 Experiences at Giraffe Manor
- 🍽️ Breakfast with Giraffes — Feed Rothschild’s giraffes as they poke their heads through dining room windows.
- ☕ Afternoon Tea on the Lawn — Share scones and tea while giraffes wander the gardens.
- 🌿 Conservation Tours — Visit the nearby Giraffe Centre to learn about giraffe conservation.
- 🚶 Nature Walks — Explore the indigenous forest, spotting 180+ bird species, warthogs, and bushbuck.
- 🗺️ Day Trips — Easily combine with Nairobi National Park, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage, or Karen Blixen Museum.
🏊 The Retreat at Giraffe Manor — A Luxury Wellness Escape
While Giraffe Manor is reserved exclusively for overnight guests, The Retreat at Giraffe Manor offers the perfect sanctuary for travelers in Nairobi who may not be staying at the manor but still want to enjoy its magic.
- 🛏️ Elegant Day Rooms — Beautifully designed day rooms and suites for travelers looking to refresh before or after a safari.
- 🏊 Infinity Pool with Giraffe Views — Swim while gazing out toward the giraffe sanctuary and the Ngong Hills beyond.
- 💆 Wellness Spa & Fitness — Rejuvenating treatments using natural African-inspired therapies · Well-equipped gym and yoga deck.
- 🍽️ Gourmet Dining — Leisurely lunch by the pool, light bites in the garden, or fine dining paired with cocktails.
💰 Giraffe Manor 2026 Rates & Stay
Rates & Special offers
Due to its exclusivity and popularity, Giraffe Manor often books out months in advance. Rates are all-inclusive, covering full board accommodation, drinks, laundry, and airport transfers. A stay of 1–2 nights is recommended.
🛏️ Superior Rooms
Jock, Betty, Daisy, Marlon, Lynn, Arlene, Kelly, Helen, Edd & Salma
- 👤 Per Adult Sharing — US$ 1,284
- 👨👩👧 Per Child Sharing (3–11 yrs) — US$ 885
- 🛏️ Single Room — US$ 2,016
🏡 Superior Family Suite — Karen Blixen Suite
- 👨👩👧👦 Minimum Room Rate (2 adults & 2 children sharing) — US$ 4,392
- 👨👩👧 3rd Child Rate (3–11 yrs) — US$ 566
🏡 Family Suite — Finch Hatton Suite
- 👨👩👧👦 Minimum Room Rate (2 adults & 2 children sharing) — US$ 3,953
- 👨👩👧 3rd Child Rate (3–11 yrs) — US$ 512
✅ Rates Include
- ✈️ Arrival/departure transfers and transportation around the Karen & Langata area.
- 🍽️ All meals.
- 🍷 House wines, house soft drinks, house beers, house spirits.
- 👕 Laundry.
- 📶 Wireless internet access.
- 🦒 Entrance to the AFEW Giraffe Centre.
- 🍽️ Orchid House dining.
- 🏊 Access to The Retreat during check-in and check-out times.
- 🎯 Boules, croquet and VAT.
❌ Rates Exclude
- 🍾 Champagne, luxury spirits, selected wines, cigars.
- 💵 Tips.
- 🛡️ Health insurance.
- 💆 Massage treatments.
- 🎒 Personal effects.
👨👩👧 Children
- 👶 Infants — 2 years and under · Stay FOC.
- 👨👩👧 Children — 3 to 11 years inclusive.
- 🧑 Adults — 12 years and over.
- 🛏️ Child Sharing Rate — Only available for Superior Rooms · Same rate whether sharing a bed or in an extra bed.
- 🚪 Single Room for Child — If a child is allocated to a single room, the FULL single room rate is charged.
📅 Closures
🛏️ Superior Rooms
Jock, Betty, Daisy, Marlon, Lynn, Arlene, Kelly, Helen, Edd & Salma
- 👤 Per Adult Sharing — US$ 1,554
- 👨👩👧 Per Child Sharing — US$ 1,071
- 🛏️ Single Room — US$ 2,440
🏡 Superior Family Suites
Karen Blixen Suite & Finch Hatton Suite
- 👨👩👧👦 Minimum Room Rate (based on up to 2 adults & 2 children sharing) — US$ 5,315
- 👨👩👧 3rd Child Rate (3yrs to 11yrs inclusive) — US$ 684
➕ Additional Rates
- 🧭 Professional Guide Room (Per Person Per Night) — US$ 210
- 🚙 Nairobi National Park Game Viewing Vehicle (exclusive of Park Entrance Fees) — US$ 490
💰 The Retreat at Giraffe Manor — 2027 Rates
🛏️ Day Room Suite — Lily
- 👥 Minimum Room Rate (based on up to 4 guests sharing) — Fully Inclusive US$ 2,200
- 👤 Per Adult Sharing (capacity for 2 extra guests) — US$ 534
- 👨👩👧 Per Child Sharing (capacity for 2 extra guests) — US$ 373
🛏️ Deluxe Day Rooms — Waridi & Nandi
- 👥 Minimum Room Rate (based on up to 2 guests sharing) — Fully Inclusive US$ 1,188
- 👤 Per Adult Sharing (capacity for 2 extra guests) — US$ 534
- 👨👩👧 Per Child Sharing (capacity for 2 extra guests) — US$ 373
🛏️ Deluxe Day Room — Alizeti
- 👥 Minimum Room Rate (based on up to 2 guests sharing) — Fully Inclusive US$ 1,188
- 👤 Per Adult Sharing (capacity for 1 extra guest) — US$ 534
- 👨👩👧 Per Child Sharing (capacity for 1 extra guest) — US$ 373
➕ Additional Access and Extras
- 🍳 Early Bird Package (breakfast and half day access) — US$ 305
- 🎟️ Retreat Pass (meals and access to The Retreat for the day) — US$ 385
📋 Important Information
- 🚫 Closure: Giraffe Manor will be closed from 12 April to 04 May 2027 inclusive.
- 🕛 Check-in: From 12:00 noon.
- 🕙 Check-out: By 10:00 am.
- 👨👩👧 Children: Ages 3 to 11 years inclusive. 12 years and over is an adult. 2 years and under is an infant (FOC).
- 🍽️ External Meals: Not offered to non-staying guests.
- 🎉 Weddings: Requires exclusive use for three consecutive nights.
🏊 The Retreat at Giraffe Manor — Retreat Day Pass
📅 Valid from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. Max capacity of 10 day passes per day.
✅ Retreat Pass Includes
- 🍽️ All meals.
- 🍷 A selection of house wines, house soft drinks, house beers and house spirits.
- 🏊 Complimentary use of The Retreat’s facilities (pool, gym, steam room, sauna and hot tub), subject to availability.
- 🧳 Luggage space.
- 🧘 Wellness classes on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- 🦒 Access to Giraffe Centre.
❌ Retreat Pass Excludes
- 🛏️ Day room use.
- 💆 Spa treatments.
- ✈️ Transfers* (Included only if booked in combination with another Safari Collection property. Not included if booked as a standalone destination at four weeks from arrival).
- 🗺️ Excursions.
- 🦒 Access to Giraffe Manor.
🏊 The Retreat at Giraffe Manor — Early Bird Package
📅 Valid from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm. Max capacity of 8 Early Bird passes per day.
✅ Early Bird Package Includes
- 🥐 Continental breakfast.
- 💧 Complimentary water.
- 🧳 Luggage space.
- 🏊 Use of The Retreat’s facilities (pool, gym, steam room, sauna and hot tub), subject to availability.
- 🦒 Access to Giraffe Centre.
📝 Note: The giraffes do NOT have access to breakfast at The Retreat.
❌ Early Bird Package Excludes
- 🍽️ All other food and drinks.
- 🛏️ Day room use.
- 💆 Spa treatments.
- ✈️ Transfers* (Included only if booked in combination with another Safari Collection property. Not included if booked as a standalone destination at four weeks from arrival).
- 🗺️ Excursions.
- 🦒 Access to Giraffe Manor.
🎁 Special Offers 2027
📅 Valid: 01 January 2027 – 31 December 2027
Stay at one or a combination of The Safari Collection’s bush properties for a minimum of four nights and enjoy 20% to 40% off accommodation, with greater savings available for longer stays.
🏕️ Sala’s Camp & Sasaab Discounts
- 🟢 The Season — 4 Nights: 20% off · 7 Nights: 30% off · 10 Nights: 35% off
- 🟡 Savings Season — 4 Nights: 25% off · 7 Nights: 35% off · 10 Nights: 40% off
🦒 Giraffe Manor & The Retreat
- Giraffe Manor — Discounts don’t apply at Giraffe Manor; however, nights count towards the 7-night & 10-night combinations.
- 🎟️ The Retreat — A complimentary Day Pass at The Retreat is included.
- 🍳 Early Bird & Day Room — Get 30% off an Early Bird breakfast package or Retreat Day Room.
📅 Seasons
- The Season — 01 January – 05 January 2027 · 01 June – 31 October 2027 · 16 December – 31 December 2027
- Savings Season — 06 January – 31 May 2027 · 01 November – 15 December 2027
Offers are subject to availability. They are non-transferable, cannot be combined with any other offers and apply to new bookings only.
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⭐ Guest Reviews
“Everything That I Had Imagined!”
“I have wanted to visit Giraffe Manor for years and was finally able to. It was everything that I had imagined! We were in the Daisy room in the original Manor house — it’s small but has a terrace that you can feed the giraffes from early in the morning. It was comfortable and we had 2 good nights’ sleeps. Meals were excellent and the service was extraordinary. Joseph and Jackson really made us feel pampered and were always available for anything that we needed, not to mention shepherding us for the best giraffe photo opps. It was a once-in-a-lifetime visit but I’m already thinking of how we can go back.”
★★★★★ — Tripadvisor Review, January 2025
“A Truly Special Experience We Will Never Forget”
“Amazing! The staff were extremely friendly and outgoing, food was beyond expectations, accommodation was very nice and the experience with the giraffes was a truly special experience we will never forget. We highly recommend going to the Giraffe Centre while there, as it was great to learn about what the manor and conservatory do to educate the public and help the giraffe population. We would come back here in a heartbeat!”
★★★★★ — Collin Leon, Mahlatini Luxury Travel, February 2025
“The Team Exceeded Expectations!”
“Most unforgettable trip! Attended a wedding at Giraffe Manor and the team exceeded expectations! My bags went missing, yet they took extra effort to locate and retrieve them. Tony and the management were incredibly accommodating! Patrick, Samson, David, and Oliver ensured my drink stayed filled and made special food arrangements. I missed the giraffe experience initially but Patrick ensured I experienced it on the second morning. Huge thanks to our driver James, the entire staff, and Tony!”
★★★★★ — Trip.com Review, October 2025
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📍 Where is Giraffe Manor located?
Giraffe Manor is located in the leafy Karen suburb of Nairobi, Kenya, about 30 minutes from Wilson Airport and less than an hour from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
💰 How much does it cost to stay?
Rates typically range from USD $1,200 – $1,800 per room per night, depending on season and room type. Prices include all meals and giraffe interactions.
🚫 Can you visit without staying overnight?
No, Giraffe Manor is exclusive to in-house guests. However, The Retreat offers day passes and Early Bird packages for non-staying guests.
🌟 What makes Giraffe Manor unique?
It is the only hotel in the world where you can share your breakfast table with endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. It combines luxury boutique accommodation with wildlife conservation.
👨👩👧 Is Giraffe Manor suitable for families?
Yes, Giraffe Manor welcomes families and offers family-friendly rooms. Children especially enjoy the close encounters with giraffes and other wildlife on the grounds.
🗺️ What other attractions are near Giraffe Manor?
Guests can easily visit Nairobi National Park, the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the Karen Blixen Museum, and the Giraffe Centre — all located nearby.
🏆 Giraffe Manor: More Than a Hotel, It’s a Story
Every guest leaves Giraffe Manor with a story to tell—of giraffes at the breakfast table, laughter on the lawn, and the joy of being part of conservation in action. A stay here isn’t just a night in Nairobi—it’s the beginning of a journey into Kenya’s wild heart.
🔗 Discover More with The Safari Collection
Venture beyond Nairobi and immerse yourself in the African wilderness at one of the other properties in The Safari Collection — Solio Lodge, Sasaab Camp, and Sala’s Camp.
- 🏔️ Solio Lodge — Laikipia · Tranquil luxury in a private conservancy · Named among Forbes Travel Guide’s 2025 Edge List.
- 🐘 Sasaab — Samburu · Adventurous luxury overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River.
- 🦁 Sala’s Camp — Maasai Mara · Serene safari camp in the heart of big cat country.
For guests wanting to broaden their Nairobi experience, consider staying at options like The Emakoko or Hemingways Nairobi — each offering their own unique slice of Kenyan hospitality.
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