10/10 Excellent
Christine
Apr 18, 2024
Christine
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
The Cottage Residence Karen
3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Nairobi National Park
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Breakfast available
- 24/7 front desk
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Parking included
Explore the area
85 Banda Ln, Nairobi, Nairobi County
- Nairobi National Park17 min walk
- Giraffe Centre4 min drive
- David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage4 min drive
- Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)30 min drive
Room options
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Deluxe Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Deluxe Suite
- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Superior Room
- 161 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Deluxe House
- 840 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
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Superior Room (Superior Room 1)
- 161 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
Nairobi
Karen stay.Your stay at this Karen guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Nairobi National Park and Galleria Shopping Mall. Also, Bomas of Kenya is within 3 miles (5 km) and Kazuri Beads Factory is within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Nairobi National Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Giraffe Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
- David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Galleria Shopping Mall - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
- Bomas of Kenya - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
- Syokimau Station - 35 min drive
- Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
- Cultiva Farm Kenya - 6 min drive
- Art Caffé - 6 min drive
- Java House - 6 min drive
- Art Caffe - Hardy - 4 min drive
- Tamasha Joint - 6 min drive
About this property
The Cottage Residence Karen
3-star guest house near Nairobi National Park
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The Cottage Residence Karen also features a garden and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nairobi guesthouse.
- 1 guestroom or unit
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Garden
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- Coffee shop
- Dining venue
Guest accommodations at The Cottage Residence Karen offer complimentary bottled water and slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.
This Nairobi guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Languages
English, Swahili
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Musical instrument
- Playground
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
- Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 30 for adults and USD 20 for children
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
Things to do
- Free bicycle rentals
- Playground
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 32-inch LED TV
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Electrical adapters
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 30 for adults and USD 20 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 30 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Property Registration Number P051425385M
Property is 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
How close is The Cottage Residence Karen to the airport?
The Cottage Residence Karen is 7.1 mi (23-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Cottage Residence Karen have an airport shuttle?
The Cottage Residence Karen offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 30 per person, one-way.
Does The Cottage Residence Karen offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Cottage Residence Karen, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 30 for adults and USD 20 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at The Cottage Residence Karen?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Lucky 8 Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at The Cottage Residence Karen?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at The Cottage Residence Karen?
This guesthouse offers free self parking.
Does The Cottage Residence Karen have a pool?
The Cottage Residence Karen does not have a pool.
Does The Cottage Residence Karen have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does The Cottage Residence Karen have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is The Cottage Residence Karen to downtown Nairobi?
The Cottage Residence Karen is 6.7 mi away from Nairobi.
The Cottage Residence Karen Reviews
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Exceptional
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