Experiences

1902 Club Lounge

The very best personalized business solutions; exclusive boardroom access; specialized concierge services; all day refreshments and city sundowners to wind down your day. Available only to residents of the club rooms and heritage suites.

Fitness Centre/ Health Club

In-house hotel guests can access our well-equipped fitness room as well enjoy a massage by experienced therapists.

Swimming

Relax and unwind as you take a dip in our outdoor swimming pool.

Heritage Tour

A journey through the history and heritage of the hotel and the city, filled with stories of adventurers, seekers, writers and creators.

Giraffe Centre

Get close up and personal with the giraffes. Hand feeding these magnificent creatures is a unique experience. The Giraffe Centre is open Monday to Sunday, 9am to 5.30pm.

National Museum

The National Museum boasts a fascinating range of cultural and natural history exhibits. There are huge galleries of wildlife, Kenyan tribal culture, re-creations of rock art and an exhibition of hominid fossils. The National Museum opening hours are Monday to Sunday, 9.30am to 6pm.

Karen Blixen Museum

This museum is the original farmhouse where the writer Karen Blixen (author of Out Of Africa) lived between 1914 and 1931. It is set in lovely gardens and is a famous piece of Nairobi's cultural history. The Museum opening hours are Monday to Sunday, between 9.30am and 6pm.

David Sheldrick Animal Trust

At Sheldrick's you'll see young orphaned African animals being reared in as close to their natural environment as possible. Elephant feeding and petting is a wonderful experience. The trust is only open to the public for one hour each day, between 11am and 12 noon.

Nairobi National Park

Safari in the city. Nairobi National Park is the only national park to border a city of this size. It is 113 square kilometers of plains, cliffs and forest, home to large herds of Zebra, Wildebeest, Buffalo, Giraffe, Rhino, Cheetah, and Lions, living wild within 20 minutes of the centre of town. The park is open for visitors between 9am and 5pm, seven days per week.

Bomas of Kenya

This is a cultural village where through architecture, crafts, music and dance this village serves to preserve and display traditional Kenyan culture. Visiting hours are 2.30pm - 4.30pm Monday to Friday, and 3.30pm -5.20pm on weekends.

Railway Museum

Take a wander into the past and view the beautifully kept engines and carriages from the colonial days of the East Africa Railways. There are also fascinating displays of extraordinary railway memorabilia and artifacts. Opening hours are 8.15am to 6pm, Monday to Sunday.

National Archives

The National Archives is a reservoir and living example of historical and cultural knowledge. View the extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and publications documenting Kenya's diverse and rich history. Opening hours are 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday, and 9am - 11am on Saturdays.

Golf

The concierge can assist to arrange access for guests of the hotel at special golfing membership clubs.

Getting Around Nairobi Central Business District

Walking around the CBD is fairly easy as the city center is small and accessible. However, there are areas that are fairly unsafe and we do not recommend you walk in this areas at night from 7:00 pm. Please seek the advise of the hotel concierge on which areas to visit during the day and how to navigate at night time.

Shopping in Nairobi

Nairobi is one of the most spectacular shopping hubs in East Africa ideal for buying African curios, souvenirs, traditional fabrics, pottery, rugs & bags. Some shopping places of note include the Village Market, Maasai (popup) Market, City Market, Sarit Centre, Westgate Mall, Yaya Centre, Garden City Mall, among others.

Taxis

Pan Cab taxis are 24-hour, reliable taxis that can easily be hailed on your behalf from the concierge desk. A negotiated price can be agreed upon before departure. Several ride hailing apps are also available with the most reliable being Uber.

Nairobi Night life

Nairobi City comes alive at night with a thriving club scene that's undoubtedly the best in East Africa. Subsequently, a plethora of casinos, pubs & night clubs with renowned DJ's playing the best of local & international hits are available every few blocks.

Nearby attractions & amenities

• Several multinational banks & ATM's strategically located throughout the city center
• Restaurants
• Macmillan Library
• The National Archives
• The National Theatre
• Shopping Malls
• The Railway Museum
• The Goethe Institute
• Night clubs