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Giraffe Manor

Nairobi, Kenya

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Giraffe Manor

A historic 1930s mansion hotel with a small set of rooms in a forest setting in Nairobi. Resident Rothschild's giraffes wander the grounds, poke their heads through windows at breakfast, and staff learn each person's name.

Highlights

  • Afternoon tea with giraffes
  • Dawn feeding from room balconies
  • The Retreat pool and spa

Good to know

  • Only about ten rooms, so book well ahead
  • Airport transfer, about 35 minutes from JKIA
  • Children are welcome and well catered for

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