Margarita House  

Tucked on the leafy edge of Nairobi in upscale Karen, this budding boutique guesthouse sits minutes from Karen Blixen Museum and Nairobi National Park. You're a short drive from The Hub Karen, The Karen Hospital, Karen Country Club and the Giraffe Centre — a handy base for safari trips and city sights. Family-friendly and quietly stylish.

Just 11 guestrooms offer private furnished balconies or patios, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with shower/tub combos and complimentary toiletries. The vibe is home-comfort with discreet service — relaxed gardens, terraces and a boutique feel that keeps things calm and personal.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, hit the 24-hour fitness center, or unwind in the garden and on the terrace. Onsite perks include a library, picnic and BBQ areas, a kids' playroom, concierge and 24-hour front desk; free self-parking and a roundtrip airport shuttle are available for a surcharge — wake up to garden breezes.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout, a business center, express check-in/check-out and luggage storage. Laundry and dry-cleaning services help keep trips smooth.

Enjoy local Kenyan flavors at the on-site restaurant, grab a drink at the bar/lounge, or use limited room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily to kick-start your day.