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Casa Amani | Spacious 4BR Getaway + Airport Pickup
Casa Amani - The House of Peace A private & peaceful 4-bedroom villa located just outside the city and 2 minutes off the Western-Bypass in a serene countryside-toned setting near Tigoni, The Fig & Olive, United Nations Office (UNON), and Village Market. Casa Amani is perfect for families, friends, or travelers seeking restful escapes, family trips, transit stays, or bridal gatherings. Need to host a special event, family function? Reach out for customized quotation for more than 8 guests!

Executive Work-Ready 1BR • Walk to Junction Mall
Located in the heart of Kilimani, Nairobi, this executive work ready 1BD at Riara One Residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Whether you're in Nairobi for business or leisure, you'll enjoy a serene escape with modern furnishings, high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TV, a fully equipped kitchen, free parking and 24/7 security. Just steps from The Junction Mall, top restaurants, and shopping centres, it’s your ideal launchpad to explore the city or simply unwind in peace.

Tropical Treasure
Tropical Treasure is ideal for families, couples, and solo travellers seeking a peaceful place to relax or work. Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Karen, it offers bright, airy spaces and convenient proximity to malls, Nairobi National Park, hospitals, banks, and more. The neighbourhood is safe and serene - ideal for guests who enjoy walks, runs, and outdoor activities. Guests have full access to the entire cottage, a private backyard, parking, the compound, and all amenities listed. Karibu!

Lavington Treehouse
This stunning, 1-bedroom treehouse is situated in the leafy suburb of Lavington which is an unmatched location in the heart of Nairobi. Boasting 180 views of the valley, a fully fitted open plan kitchen/dining area and two lounges. The master bedroom offers an en-suite bathroom, blackout blinds and a queen size bed. You have a private garden under the shade of a Guava tree and access to a communal garden with exceptional views of the valley and a koi pond. Ideal for couples and friends.

Cosy 2 bedroom cottage in Mwitu, Karen
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space whilst enjoying total suclusion from the rest of the world to top it off reaming a short distance from the heart of Karen. This is a lovely 2 bedroom cottage with an open plan living room and a full kitchen. Located in Karen on The Mwitu Estate, which is secluded away from main roads. Mwitu is a very secure, private neighbourhood with no noise polution and only a short 10 minute trip to The Hub and other popular destinations in Karen.

Amani House Karen
Welcome to Amani House, a charming countryside retreat nestled on the edge of Karen, just a stone’s throw away from Nairobi’s most iconic attractions. Originally built in 2006 by Master Carpenter Grant and his wife Grace, this home boasts timeless features such as an impressive open cedar roof and other rustic timber accents. Now freshly upgraded to offer a modern standard of accommodation, Amani House seamlessly blends contemporary comforts with its classic family home ambiance.

Hangar Nine
Welcome to Hangar Nine, a cozy retreat on the outskirts of Nairobi, offering a peaceful escape from city life. Situated on a family-owned small holding farm just an hour's drive from downtown Nairobi or the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the house features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open plan living area, a large veranda, a swimming pool and a sundowner fire pit from which to unwind and take in views of the Nairobi city skyline in the distance.

Unique Artistic Luxury Retreat with Pool
Stay in a rare, one-of-a-kind artistic retreat in Karen-Langata. Designed by visionary Kenyan artist Anthony Russell, this elegant 3-bedroom home blends art, nature, and comfort. Relax by the private pool, unwind by the fireplace, or stroll through lush gardens. Just a short walk from the Giraffe Centre, it’s a unique sanctuary for families, creatives, and guests from near and far seeking an unforgettable Nairobi escape.

Jungle Oasis Cottage 2, priv. jacuzzi, heated pool
🌿 A unique detached 2-bedroom/1 living room set up situated at the Jungle Oasis, in the leafy of Karen.🍃 ✅ Please note: The unit comprises of three separate small cottages (2 bedroom cottages and 1 living room/kitchen cottage). It is NOT one single house but you will still be very close to each other as the cottages are situated right next to each other. The entire space is completely private to you.

An Irish welcome in Karen - Hill Cottage
Self catering rustic log cottage with integrated lounge/dining/kitchen area, 2 double bedrooms, separate bathroom, open wood fire. Magnificent view down an unspoilt valley. Fully secured and remote controlled electric gate. Cottage cleaning included. Please note the Airbnb app is not able to discount extra guests’ rates for stays over a week. Please contact us for a special price for these stays

Hideaway in Karen in a mature three acre garden
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Karen, you will be renting a self contained two bedroom apartment that comprises half of an old colonial house dating back to the 1920s. The garden is full of ancient forest trees and birdlife. Although just a short drive from downtown Nairobi, once here, you will feel far from hustle of the city.

Karen Holiday Home
A unique and modest duplex vacation home with a balcony and access to a garden. 🏡The neighbourhood appeals to guests who enjoy nature and a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. 🚘 It takes just 12‑minutes drive to Karen Shopping Centre for access to shops, cafés and restaurants.
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Entire condo hosted by David

Welcome Home – Garden House | Peaceful & Cosy

Exquisite 4-bedroom Villa in Prime Gated Community

Kilimanjaro Neptune0723.896,567 1 bedroom

Two bedroom AirBnB Lavington

Stay different. Feel at home.

Redhill Container House nrTigoni;+ heated jacuzzi

MannaStay | Exquisite 2BR in Kileleshwa
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Bleu Cèleste Modern & Cosy Apartment

Beauty in Buru Buru Phase 4

Vestavia Court Villas - II

A Cozy 3 bed 4 bath Modern Guesthouse in RUNDA

Modern 4 Bedroom house - Nairobi

Rhema Karen Residence

Zoya, 2Bed/rm Standalone Hse+Homeoffice, near JKIA

Residential Home - 1 bedroom, 2 beds & Rooftop
Private house rentals

Serine loft

Cozy House in Muthaiga North

Charming 1-BR Cottage, Karen | WiFi & Garden

Little Haven

Two Bedroom Guesthouse in Karen

Big studio in South B-Mombasa Rd

Rustic Home in the woods,7 mins drive to UN.

1bedroom near garden city mall/ garden estates.
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Explore 110 holiday rentals in Karen

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Karen holiday rentals start at £7 per night before taxes and fees

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60 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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50 properties have a dedicated workspace

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110 of Karen holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Karen rentals

4.7 Average rating
Karen stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
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- Nairobi National Park
- Garden City Mall
- Yaya Center
- Two Rivers Mall
- The Junction Mall
- Village Market
- Thika Road Mall
- Skynest Residences By CityBlue Nairobi
- Nairobi National Museum
- Nextgen Mall
- Garden City
- The Imara Shopping Mall
- The Nairobi Arboretum
- The Hub
- Westgate Shopping Mall
- Giraffe Centre
- Karen Blixen Museum
- Masai Market
- Nairobi Animal Orphanage
- Ol Talet Cottages
- Kenyatta International Conference Centre
- Valley Arcade
- Galleria Shopping Mall
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