Hemingways Eden Residence Nairobi – Boutique Art Hotel & Luxury Garden Retreat

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Overview

Hidden in the leafy Karen suburb of Nairobi, Hemingways Eden Residence is a boutique art hotel and private gallery surrounded by 4 acres of lush forested gardens. 🌳 Once the home and studio of celebrated artists, it now offers guests an immersive stay where African creativity meets contemporary luxury.

Ambiance 🌸

Hemingways Eden blends artistic elegance with garden tranquility:

  • 🕯 Light-filled interiors showcasing paintings and sculptures.
  • 🌺 Manicured gardens and forest trails alive with birds.
  • 🎶 Soft jazz and the scent of fresh flowers fill common spaces.
  • 🍷 Romantic evening settings with candlelit tables.
  • 🌌 Private balconies and terraces perfect for stargazing.

Why It’s Special 💎

  • 🖼 Art Lover’s Paradise – Original African art, sculptures, and antiques throughout the property.
  • 🌿 Tranquil Garden Escape – Birdsong, mature trees, and landscaped lawns create a serene retreat.
  • 🍷 Fine Dining & Mixology – Gourmet cuisine paired with signature cocktails.
  • 🏡 Intimate & Exclusive – Only a handful of elegant suites for personalized service.
  • 🦒 Prime Location – Minutes from Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park.

Highlights
  • 🖼 Curated private art tour of the residence’s galleries.
  • 🦒 Visit the world-famous Giraffe Centre.
  • 🐘 Meet orphaned elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
  • ☕ Guided Kenyan coffee tasting at a local estate.
  • 🦁 Early morning safari in Nairobi National Park.
  • 🍽️ Farm-to-table cooking class with the hotel chef
  • 🛍 Maasai Market artisan shopping.

What’s Included

Accommodation
Meals: Many meals and daily breakfasts included
All-Inclusive
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Full Board
Gratuities
Half board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
Optional upgrade to a glass-top/open-top convertible bus
return flight ticket
Return SGR tickets
Transport using land cruise
Travel Insurance

Itinerary

Day 1 — Immersion, Wildlife & Nature

Time Activity
Early Morning (around sunrise) Nairobi National Park — Head out early to catch the animals when they’re most active; you get good light for photos. It’s not far.
Mid-Morning David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust — Visit orphaned elephants; feeding time and walk with baby elephants if available.
Lunch Return to Eden Residence; enjoy lunch on the deck with views of the forest lagoon. Use this time to relax.
Afternoon Giraffe Centre — Get close to Rothschild giraffes, enjoy the sanctuary forest. Then maybe Karen Blixen Museum to understand local history and the “Out of Africa” heritage.
Late Afternoon / Evening Back to Eden for spa / wellness treatment. Enjoy bird-watching, forest walk on the property or neighbouring sanctuary forest. Dinner under the trees or at The Deck for sunset.

Day 2 — Culture, Art, Local Life & Relaxation

Time Activity
Morning Start with a leisurely breakfast. Then perhaps a creative workshop: visit the in-house Artisanal Gallery, or take a private class/piece making with a local artist. Eden offers curated art / craft experiences.
Late Morning Head into Nairobi city proper: visit Nairobi National Museum for history and culture, then Nairobi Gallery (for local contemporary art) or visit some local studios in Karen / Lang’ata.
Lunch In Karen: there are some excellent cafés or restaurants in the area. Could be relaxed, with a view.
Afternoon Choose one of:
• A nature walk in the indigenous forest near the hotel.
• Ngong Hills for a hike if you have energy.
• Shopping / crafts: galleries, artisan shops in Karen; possibly a craft market.
• Relax at the hotel — perhaps another spa session, reading, photography, birding.
Evening For your final night: a special dinner. Perhaps arrange private dining under the trees, or enjoy a sunset drink + dinner at a restaurant with a view in Karen. Enjoy the forest sounds at night, maybe some stargazing, and wind down.

 Package Pricing Table 💵 KES

*Flights: Regional/domestic round-trip; adjust for current exchange rates.


 Inclusions ✅

  • 🛬 Airport transfers (arrival & departure).

  • 🏡 Accommodation with daily breakfast.

  • 🖼 Private art gallery tour.

  • 🦓 One Nairobi National Park game drive (per stay).

  • 💆 One complimentary spa treatment (for 3- & 4-day packages).

  • 💰 All government taxes & levies.


 Exclusions ❌

  • 🌍 International flights to/from Nairobi.

  • 💵 Tips & gratuities.


 Child Policy 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

  • 👶 0–3 yrs: Stay free of charge when sharing with parents (meals not included).

  • 🧒 4–11 yrs: 50% of adult rate when sharing a room with parents.

  • 👦 12 yrs & above: Charged at full adult rate.

  • Extra bed or baby cot available on request (subject to availability).

  • Children must be supervised during art sessions and safaris.


 Important Information ℹ️

  • 🕒 Check-in: 2:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM.

  • 📜 Valid passport/ID required at check-in.

  • 💉 Yellow-fever vaccination & malaria prophylaxis recommended.

  • ☀️ Weather: mild days (~24 °C) & cool evenings (~15 °C).

  • 💳 50% deposit required to secure booking; balance due 14 days before arrival.


 Reminders 🔔

  • 🧴 Bring sunscreen, hat, and comfortable walking shoes.

  • 📷 Camera or smartphone for art and wildlife photography.

  • 🕊 Respect gallery pieces—flash photography may be restricted.

  • 🔋 Power bank for long excursion

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