boutique Hotel
Nairobi

Hemingways Eden Residence
Nairobi

Hemmingways Eden Residence, Nairobi, Kenya
Hemmingways Eden Residence, Nairobi, Kenya
Hemmingways Eden Residence, Nairobi, Kenya
Hemmingways Eden Residence, Nairobi, Kenya

Highlights

  • Forest Hideaway: Tucked beside the Giraffe Sanctuary Forest in leafy Karen, Eden Residence offers a calm, artful retreat just outside Nairobi’s centre.
  • Artisanal Gallery: Once an artists home, the hotel is home to a thoughtfully curated private collection of original works by the Trzebinski family.
  • Quiet and personal: With just nine individually designed rooms in the Main House, The Studio and The Cottage, every space feels personal and welcoming.
  • The Deck Restaurant: Overlooking a tranquil lagoon and the forest, The Deck serves seasonal, locally inspired cuisine and relaxed cocktails in a beautifully natural setting
  • Nearby Experiences: A short drive brings you to the Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Nairobi National Park – perfect for wildlife encounters and conservation-focused visits.
  • Wellness: Set within Eden’s tranquil gardens, the wellness spa offers yoga and  tailored treatments designed to restore balance and calm.

Good to know

How do we get there?

Hemingways Eden Residence is approximately a 45 minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the main international gateway in Nairobi.

The journey from Wilson Airport, the regional airport in Nairobi, usually takes 35 minutes.

Are children welcome?

Hemingways Eden Residence welcomes children over the age of 12.

Giving back

Hemingways Collection supports local communities through long-term partnerships and meaningful projects. It works closely with One Horizon, a Nairobi-based organisation that helps improve education, health, and livelihoods for vulnerable families.

The Collection also supports community rugby clubs, including Nondies in Nairobi and Diani Pirates on the coast, using sport to inspire and empower young people.

In Kenya’s conservancies, such as Mara North and Naboisho, tourism helps provide income to local landowners and supports jobs, training, and skills development. By employing and training people from nearby communities, the Collection helps create stable careers and brighter futures.

The Hemingways Collection also plays an active role in protecting the environment. It supports conservancies and protected areas that safeguard wildlife and natural habitats across Kenya.

Through its properties in the Maasai Mara and along the coast in Watamu, the Collection contributes to the protection of grasslands, forests, coral reefs, and marine ecosystems.

What's nearby?

Hemingways Eden Residence is set in the leafy Karen and Langata suburbs of Nairobi, offering a peaceful retreat while remaining close to the city’s highlights. A short drive takes you to the Giraffe Centre, where you can observe and hand-feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes and learn about conservation efforts.

Nearby is the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage, where baby elephants are fed and cared for by keepers as part of a rehabilitation programme. Visitors can also support the Trust through their fostering scheme.

For a cultural perspective, the Karen Blixen Museum, the former home of the author of Out of Africa, provides a glimpse into colonial-era Kenya and Blixen’s life, with guided tours and tranquil gardens.

Local arts and crafts can be explored at Utumaduni, a cultural heritage centre, and the Kazuri Beads workshop, which produces handmade ceramic beads and jewellery while supporting women from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Why we love Hemingways Eden Residence

Hemingways Eden Residence is truly an escape in the forest, away from the bustle of Nairobi, yet close enough to the city to enjoy everything it has to offer. The residence itself is fascinating, with its own private gallery. It feels like an incredibly tranquil way to start or finish a safari holiday in Kenya.

Aisha Gross

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Africa and the Indian Ocean
Hemingways Eden Residence, Nairobi, Kenya

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