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About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Arabella Shaba in Nairobi offers a spacious apartment with one bedroom and a living room. The ground-floor unit features a private entrance and a quiet street view. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a washing machine. Additional amenities include streaming services, a work desk, and a private entrance. Outdoor Spaces: The property includes a garden and an outdoor fireplace. An outdoor seating area provides a relaxing space for guests. Convenient Location: Located 9 km from Wilson Airport, Arabella Shaba is near attractions such as Nairobi Mamba Village (2 km) and Nairobi National Museum (16 km). Highly rated for its kitchen and host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kevin
    Australia Australia
    Thoroughly enjoyable stay at this self-contained place hosted by Jacque. It is clean and spacious. It also has all the amenities that you need in the kitchen and bathroom. It is within a safe and quiet part of Karen with malls and restaurants...
  • Chelagat
    Kenya Kenya
    Everything! Beautiful, quiet, safe, clean and comfortable. Definitely visiting again
  • Tsumiko
    Japan Japan
    Jacque is an amazing host who always replies quickly and is attentive to our needs at any time. She is cary and flexible. The kitchen has all the cookeries you could desire. A very safe location and pleasant to walk around. I will come back to...
  • Zhu
    China China
    Jack replies you any time you asking. Very nice place . You find everything you need here
  • Haroon
    Kenya Kenya
    Very nice and lovely place, good location. .. Everything was provided, the owner and staff were very friendly and helpful. Any issues we'd have they would immediately help us with. Would definitely recommend this place.
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful place, included everything you need. Super comfortable bed and very accommodating host. Also had eggs and bread there for us with all the spices and salt pepper etc for cooking
  • Virginia
    Kenya Kenya
    Beautiful apartment and well equipped I especially loved the African theme
  • P
    Germany Germany
    Ruhig gelegen Apartment in ein vornehmendem Gegend.
  • Zhu
    China China
    位置很好 在凯伦区 非常安全 房间宽敞舒适 厨房设施齐全 还有冰箱 洗衣机 房主回复非常快 很让人安心
  • pilgrim
    Kenya Kenya
    As a couple who travel often, finding this accomodation was akin to finding a sanctuary. The place is so well maintained, & the host Jackie is so pleasant & accessible. Everything in the cottage works & the location is serene. This listing...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Jacque

Company review score: 9.7Based on 122 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Company information

Jacque is a Nairobi based management professional who is passionate about travel, culture and nature. Always happy to meet people from all walks of life and enjoy learning about the different cultures. During your stay Readily available to help my guests with any kind of support they may need but also conscious not to crowd their space.

Property information

Experience Authentic African Charm in Comfort and Style! Step into a world inspired by African culture and art, where every detail in this uniquely decorated unit celebrates Africa's rich heritage. From handcrafted decor to natural materials and warm, earthy tones, each room creates a cozy, vibrant atmosphere that feels like home. Enjoy a blend of modern comforts with traditional African accents, from colorful textiles to locally-sourced artwork, providing a truly immersive experience. Perfectly suited for travelers looking to experience authentic Africa while enjoying the conveniences of a thoughtfully designed, comfortable stay. Offers high speed internet; Netflix for entertainment and an outdoor sitting area for relaxing after a long day. Access to free parking and guaranteed security. Other amenities near are Karen Country Club, Nairobi National Park, Karen Blixen Museum, Galleria Mall, The Well.

Neighbourhood information

Karen is a leafy neighborhood lying 17 kilometers South West of the Nairobi City Centre. The suburb nestles at the foot of the spectacular Ngong Hills. The area hosts some of the most interesting sceneries for visitors including Karen Blixen Museum, David Sheldrick’s Wildlife Trust, Giraffe Centre among others. Other entertainment activities within surrounding malls include Maji Magic Aqua Park at the Waterfront, golf at the Karen Club. Uber is readily available in Karen at fair rates. Other taxi apps worth noting are Bolt and Little cab.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

Arabella Shaba - African inspired cozy stay in Karen takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Arabella Shaba - African inspired cozy stay in Karen in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.