The Drexel House Kenya

4.8(65 reviews)

Check availability

Karen

Hotel

About

A beautiful and incredibly peaceful Karen retreat with magnificent gardens and very attentive staff. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, comfort, and lush surroundings that offer escape from Nairobi's chaos. If you want peace, quiet, and friendly service, this is a fantastic option.

Is this your business?

Claim your free listing to update your info, respond to reviews, add photos, and reach more customers.

Claim This Business

What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

Google Reviews

4.8

Based on 65 reviews

MD

Mathis de Beauvoir

2 weeks ago

Reviews from Google

Read all reviews on Google Maps →

Location

1452 - 00502, Rhino, Nairobi, Kenya

Karen

Get Directions

Explore Our Kenya Guides

Travel Planning

Where to Stay in Nairobi 2026 — 6 Best Areas

Nairobi's best hotels range from the $77/night Ole Sereni with park views to the $900/night Hemingways in Karen. Here's every neighborhood, hotel tier, and the right pick for your trip type.

Read guide →Travel Planning

Kenya Honeymoon: Complete Planning Guide

The bush-and-beach honeymoon formula works brilliantly in Kenya: 3-4 nights in the Masai Mara followed by 3-4 nights on the coast. Here's how to plan it at every budget, from $5,000 to $40,000 for two.

Read guide →Travel Planning

Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi: Review 2026

Nairobi's most polished 5-star hotel delivers European-standard service in a striking pink-hued building on Chiromo Road. The staff culture genuinely justifies the premium — rooms from $192/night.

Read guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

The Drexel House Kenya is located at 1452 - 00502, Rhino, Nairobi, Kenya, Karen, Nairobi.

The Drexel House Kenya has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews.

Similar Hotels

See all hotels →

Stay·Nanyuki

Porini Rhino Camp

Great for Couples

5.0(21 reviews)

More in Karen

Play·Karen

Dojo Wellness Club

Great for Couples

4.8(53 reviews)

Things to Do in Nairobi

Private Nairobi National Park Drive safari in 4x4 landcruiser

Great for CouplesFamily-Friendly

5.0

·5 hours

KES 12,900

1452 - 00502, Rhino, Nairobi, Kenya +254 759 320598 Visit Website

Nightlife

Experiences

Areas

Guides

For Business

Terms Privacy

Last night at the Drexel house was a very pleasant surprise. A beautiful and incredibly peaceful place. The garden is magnificent. The staff is very attentive. I highly recommend it. A big thank you t...

HN

Hermann Naude

3 weeks ago

I had an exceptional stay at The Drexel House and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Karen area of Nairobi. The property consistently earns high praise for its cleanliness, comfort, and...

KU

Kevin Uno

2 weeks ago

Peace and quiet, lush gardens, and friendly and attentive staff are the three defining qualities of the Drexel House. If you don’t want to be caught up in the chaos of Nairobi, this is a fantastic opt...

TC

Thijs Claerhout

a month ago

The ladies of the house are super nice, friendly and can cook really well! Best stay we had in Nairobi! The manager is also super friendly, nothing was too much. We needed a late checkout for our flig...

KJ

Kelly Jackson

3 weeks ago

Dan and team made us feel more like friends than hotel guests. The Drexel House gardens create a peace and relaxation felt as soon as you pass through the gates and are greeted with delicious hot Dawa...

Travel Planning

Hemingways Nairobi: Honest Review 2026

An intimate, all-suite boutique hotel in Karen with four-poster beds and Out of Africa ambiance. At $350 for a Deluxe Suite, Hemingways offers genuine luxury — but Karen's isolation is the trade-off.

Read guide →