Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Giraffe Centre - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
Yaya Centre - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 30 min drive
Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.) - 44 min drive
Syokimau Station - 36 min drive
Nairobi Station - 44 min drive
Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 48 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle
Restaurants
Java House Karen - 4 min drive
Talisman - 5 min drive
Mangrove Cafe - 6 min drive
Artcaffe - 5 min drive
Cj’s - 4 min drive
About this property
Margarita House
When you stay at Margarita House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yaya Centre. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Languages
English, French, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Playground
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Slippers
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per vehicle (one way)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Margarita House Nairobi
Margarita House
Margarita Nairobi
Margarita House Hotel Karen
Margarita House Guesthouse Nairobi
Margarita House Guesthouse
Margarita House Nairobi
Margarita House Guesthouse
Margarita House Guesthouse Nairobi
Frequently asked questions
Does Margarita House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Margarita House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Margarita House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Margarita House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Margarita House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Margarita House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 35.00 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Margarita House?
Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Margarita House?
No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Margarita House and nearby?
Margarita House has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Margarita House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Margarita House have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
Margarita House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sept 2024
Had a great stay! Great staff and good location
Susan
Susan, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jul 2024
Easy and helpful airport pickup and welcoming late night check-in.
April
April, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Apr 2024
Well maintained property with gardens and pool. Room was spacious with all you'd need. Lovely lounge but dining room is dark.
c
c, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sept 2023
Relaxing two night stay - excellent service
Two night stay to celebrate our wedding anniversary and start a safari visit to Kenya. Really friendly and welcoming staff, relaxing environment, pleasant room, very friendly and helpful staff. Recommended.
David N
David N, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Jun 2023
Clean, nice location in Karen. Room was large, bathroom/shower was wonderful. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Albert
Albert, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jun 2023
The staff at Margarita House are very welcoming and helpful. Our room was quiet and clean. It would be helpful if they had towel racks in the bathroom, and we did have ask for an additional towel to use as a bathmat (but minor issues). We ate in their restaurant for breakfast (included) and dinner (extra). The food was good. Realize that likely most neighborhoods in Nairobi are not safe just to walk around. I felt very safe in the hotel, but it is not in a walkable area. However, it is close to several places of note in the Karen area of Nairobi.
Jean
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2023
Great stay!
Beautiful property. Extremely safe.
Gladys, the receptionist, was amazing- she made our trip as comfortable as possible. Breakfast was freshly cooked and quite good.
Close to Giraffe Centre. Uber easy accessible. Would stay again.
Orla
Orla, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2023
Lovely hotel
A short overnight stay but the staff was incredibly welcoming for my late arrival. Breakfast was delicious. Hope to stay again.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2023
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2022
Gladys at the front desk was amazing. Warm & welcoming & anticipated your needs before you even knew you had any! Rachel took great care of us in the dining room. Was sad to leave and would happily stay there again.
Marilyn
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Sept 2022
Food was also great!
Alain
Alain, 6-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Mar 2020
there was no hot water in the morning if someone else is showering in the building
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2020
The staff were very friendly and courteous- went over and above in making us feel welcome. Quiet little oasis of a hotel. Great food prepared for us. All special requests were accommodated. Great location for sightseeing in the area.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Jan 2018
Comfortable but dated with excellent service.
Service was excellent and the room spacious and comfortable, but updating of the bathroom is overdue. The size of the bathroom would accommodate a stunning renovation. In the meantime even adding some counter top space would be an improvement. Location was excellent for visiting the Karen Blixen museum but not convenient for the city center. The drive from the airport was quick and easy.
Richard
Richard, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2016
Great place to crash in Nairobi
Had a very lovely stay here, thanks especially to Susan at the front desk, who was extremely warm and helpful. The food in the restaurant was also quite good.
Rachel
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Underbar vistelse!
Vi hade Margarita House som bas under 2 veckor i Kenya när vi gjorde safaris och utflykter till bl.a. Masai Mara, Crescent Island, Karura forest och Sheldrick Trust.
På det sättet slapp vi släpa på alla resväskor och kunde resa lätt på utflykter och safaris och det var det värt alla gånger.
Personalen är helt fantastisk, så hjälpsamma och vänliga.
Mysigt poolområde och en välskött trädgård.
Bra frukost och bra mat i restaurangen.
Stort och rymligt rum som har varit rent och fräscht under hela vistelsen.
Området är lugnt och fint en bit utanför centrum.
Har varit perfekt för vår familj!
Peter, Mary & Anna
Peter
Peter, 13-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2024
Marit
Marit, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2023
Wir können die Unterkunft nur wärmstens ans Herz legen. Super freundliches Personal, hervorragendes Essen durch den Privatkoch des Eigentümers, welches man zu fast jeder Zeit erhalten kann. Saubere Zimmer, alle Bäder neu renoviert (zumindest in den beiden Zimmern wo wir nächtigen). Ruhige und sichere Gegend mit interessanten Häusern in der Nachbarschaft. Pool und Gym sind auch vorhanden. Fußläufig ca 10 Gehminuten von der Waterfront Mall entfernt. Alles in allem perfekt für einen kurzen Aufenthalt.
Wolfgang
Wolfgang, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Jan 2023
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2021
Super freundliche Unterkunft
Schöne, einfache Unterkunft in Karen in Nairobi. Das Zimmer war sehr schön, das Essen super. Sehr, sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Jederzeit gerne wieder.
Ulrike
Ulrike, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jul 2016
Stor positiv oplevelse
Særdeles hjælpsomt personale. Alt som blev lovet blev overholdt til aftalte tidspunkter.