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About this property

Spacious Living: Arabella Alpha in Nairobi offers a spacious apartment with one bedroom and a living room. The property features a balcony, garden, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay. Modern Amenities: The apartment includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and streaming services. Additional amenities include a work desk, soundproofing, and free toiletries, catering to all guest needs. Convenient Location: Located 9 km from Wilson Airport, the apartment is close to attractions such as Nairobi Mamba Village (2 km) and Nairobi National Museum (16 km). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its host, safety of the location, and well-equipped kitchen, Arabella Alpha provides a pleasant and secure stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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  • 1 large double bed
Entire apartment
1076 feet²
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Balcony
View
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Children's high chair
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Mosquito net
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Fan
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Alarm clock
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Dining area
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Semi-detached
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
Max adults: 2
US$34 per night
Original price
US$119.49
Getaway Deal
- US$17.92
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.

Total before taxes
US$101.57

US$34 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: 16 % VAT, 2 % City tax
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  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
US$37 per night
Original price
US$131.44
Getaway Deal
- US$19.71
This property is offering a discount on stays between 28 Mar–30 Sept 2025.

Total before taxes
US$111.73

US$37 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: 16 % VAT, 2 % City tax
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marion
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Although we stayed in a different apartment than the one advertised, we had a comfortable stay, the bed was especially comfy, and the owner was very responsive and helpful with all my queries.
  • Sage
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location near Waterfront in Karen was great, I had wonderful neighbours in the next-door apartment. The building is a quaint style and the apartment is homely. I greatly appreciated the responsiveness and helpfulness of the host Jacque and...
  • Tsumiko
    Japan Japan
    A very cozy apartment with a nice set of cooking facilities and equipment. Quiet and safe neighborhood to enjoy walking with birds' singing. Host is always attentive and available with swift reply and trouble-shooting.
  • Ivan
    Germany Germany
    I really enjoyed my short stay at Jacque's apartment. She is always readily available to address all guest's needs. It is a very quiet and safe place in an upper-class populated district. There are all the facilities needed for a stay: kitchen,...
  • Kiambati
    Kenya Kenya
    This is the most serine place to relax and do your meetings. Natural lighting, Garden view, Nice trees fresh air. confort, cleanliness everything top notch. Will always come back. The best place to relax and have fun.
  • Tony
    Ireland Ireland
    Absolutely everything was supplied and we evem joked that we couldn't think of anything missing. They even provided cooking oil, spices, butter and milk! The apartment was spotless and comfortable and just a short walk to a supermarket and a...
  • Khanjiwala
    Uganda Uganda
    Clean, well kept house. Very comfortable bed, sofas etc. Amenities like towels, iron,, iron board, bath items, water, WiFi are provided. Breakfast was provided, eggs bread and milk, tea, coffee, oil. Just enough for our 3 days stay. Host is sweet...
  • Gabriella
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Jacqui is such a welcoming host. I liked the flat location and comfort. It was a great gateway to my long trip. The Gallery Mall is very close, with great facilities to pick up cash, or food, or even visit a health food shop.
  • Edilene
    Brazil Brazil
    It was clean, comfy bed, everything you need in the kitchen. Jaque was very helpful and answered all my questions (and I ask a lot, lol) at once. She even helped me to find a guide to Nairobi National Park in the last minute. It is far from the...
  • Tsumiko
    Japan Japan
    The manager is so efficient and attentive to the need of guests.

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.

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.

Languages spoken

English,Swahili

Property surroundings

House rules

Arabella Alpha - Modern & Homely 1-Bedroom Apartment in Karen takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 17 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
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Arabella Alpha - Modern & Homely 1-Bedroom Apartment 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.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.