The Top 5 Kenyan Accommodation Properties

Kenya as a grand tourism and travel destination is endowed with deluxe accommodation properties that draw the affluent locally and internationally. However there are the top five luxury properties whose chic status is unmatched in Kenya. The properties are spread all over the country mostly in game reserves. These destinations can be reached via flights available at Nairobi’s Wilson Airport.

1. Kampi Ya Kanzi

At Chyulu Hills near Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks is Kampi Ya Kanzi. It’s one of Africa’s most authentic safari destinations. This Maasai themed camp offers 5 star luxury accommodations amidst an adventurous African wilderness. Twelve guests can be accommodated at the thatched Hemingway tented suite.

The camp is eco-friendly and its tourism revenues benefit the neighboring Maasai community. The ranch the camp is in has 50 different mammals the “Big Five” included plus 400 bird species.

2. Ol Donyo Wuas Lodge

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Perched at Chyulu Hills side is the Ol Donyo Wuas Lodge. Founded by Richard Bonham, it’s one of the most homely and luxurious bush lodges in Africa. It lies on the migratory route of over 7000 animal species there. From the 20 bed lodge Mount Kilimanjaro forms a picturesque backdrop and is perfect for viewing the vast savannah.

Activities like horse riding, Maasai cultural visits, biking and foot and drive safaris are available. Its seclusion makes it ideal for intimate getaways like honeymoons. The altitude around the lodge makes it hostile for mosquitoes to thrive.

3. Ngong House

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Ngong House in Nairobi is located in what was the legendary Karen Blixen estate. It offers alternative serene accommodation to crammed city hotels. Operated by Paul Verleysen the house has five wooden tree houses, an apartment and a main house all adorned with deluxe furniture and African art.

It accommodates 24 people and offers a panoramic view of Ngong Hills. Ngong house is also a “den” where innovative local culinary delicacies are served creatively by fires, candle lights or in gardens. In 2009 it was voted by Good Safari Guide as the best Safari Hotel in Africa.

4. Loisaba Cottage

Laikipia escarpment has Loisaba cottage, in a 61,000 acre wildlife conservancy ranch. This self contained luxury cottage is a perfect getaway for small groups or families. It has spacious deluxe rooms, a pool and offers stunning views of the plateau and vast wildlife species there. With over 300 bird species it’s a birders paradise. For a bush cottage it has tennis court and visitors can go on horse rides, balloon, camel trek, bike, or raft.

5. Shompole Lodge

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Situated on the Nguruman Escarpment on a private conservancy ranch near Lake Natron is Shompole lodge. The six roomed lodge overlooking the Great Rift Valley is ideal for visitors looking to mix luxury and bush safari adventures. The quartz stone and thatch built lodge has a traditional African them but still accommodates modern comforts.

Activities like river trips, night drives, fly camping; flamingo watching at Lake Natron can be facilitated. It’s private and serene for tourists looking to relax their souls while watching marvels of nature unfold, or soak in a cool breeze that blows.