Luxury Hotels in Kenya
In a land of sweeping views, our curated collection of hotels in Kenya immerse you in epic landscapes. We’ve hand-selected the lodges and camps in our portfolio, making sure you are always in the absolute prime spot.
- The best safari lodges & hotels in Kenya
- Award-winning luxury travel specialists
- Tailor-made safari holidays
- Round-the-clock support
From rustic tented camps dotted along the rushing Talek River to luxury lodges surveying the rugged escarpments below and boutique Swahili-style beach hotels lapped by the turquoise Indian Ocean; discover our curated collection of premier safari lodges and hotels, each offering unparalleled comfort and exceptional service.
At Scott Dunn, our favourite accommodation whisks you away from the crowds, concentrating on what makes Kenya special - the wildlife and 360º views. Imagine falling asleep at night to the haunting whoops of hyena or escaping the African heat in an infinity pool overlooking a waterhole full of wildlife. Not forgetting the palm-fringed coast with its enchantingly elegant Swahili hotels, just the ticket after an action-packed safari. Indulge in luxury, digging your toes into the powder-soft white sands while sipping on a Dawa.
Our carefully curated collection of hotels in Kenya will have you revelling in authentic Kenyan culture and experiencing this nation’s genuine hospitality.
Hand-Picked Hotels & Safari Lodges in Kenya
Luxury Kenya safari lodges and hotels are celebrated for their outstanding service and amenities. Sit from the balcony of your luxury tented camp, sipping a glass of welcome champagne while the elephants amble by, all whilst receiving personalised service.
Enjoy world-class facilities, including private swimming pools and spa treatments, ensuring every need is catered to. Whether you're a couple seeking a remote romantic getaway or a family looking to create long-lasting memories, luxury hotels in Kenya offer a variety of options to suit every preference.
Offbeat Olare Lamun Mobile Camp
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Staying in mobile camps in the Maasai Mara, Offbeat Riding Safaris provides some of the best riding safaris in Africa accompanied by expert riding guides. Your first two nights will be based in Olare Lamun mobile camp
Offbeat Olare Orok Mobile Camp
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Staying in mobile camps in the Maasai Mara, Offbeat Riding Safaris provides some of the best riding safaris in Africa accompanied by expert riding guides. Your third and forth nights will be spent at Olare Orok mobile camp.
Ol Lentille
Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
Situated in the rolling hills of the Laikipia Plateau, in the Ol Lentille Conservancy, Ol Lentille is a breathtaking place to visit, and a great base from which to explore this fascinating and diverse part of Kenya.
Rekero Camp
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Rekero Camp is a small exclusive tented safari camp, situated amidst the teeming mass of wildlife in the Maasai Mara area, near the confluence of the Mara and Talek rivers in the South of Kenya. Nine traditional safari tents accommodate up to 20 guests.
Sala's Camp
Maasai Mara, Kenya
One of the best placed camps in the Maasai Mara, Sala's Camp gives a contemporary take on tradition with just seven tented rooms in the very south of the Mara, perfectly placed for some exceptional game viewing and in a lovely tranquil spot.
Sarara Camp
Samburu National Park, Northern Kenya, Kenya
Sarara is a leading community-run tented camp set in the Mathews Range of Northern Kenya. Accommodation is in six double tents, each with flush-loos and open air showers. A natural rock swimming pool overlooks a waterhole frequently visited by animals.
Sarara Treehouses
Samburu National Park, Northern Kenya, Kenya
Sarara Treehouses is a sister camp to Sarara, that is set amidst the canopy of trees nestled at the foothills of the Mathews Range. Eight en-suite tree houses are located on this forested mountainside and each come with their own star bed.
Saruni Wild
Maasai Mara, Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya, Kenya
Saruni Wild is an exclusive little camp in the heart of Kenya's Maasai Mara. With just 3 tents and set in a secluded valley, rich in wildlife, Saruni Wild offers an authentic and uninterrupted safari experience for small groups and families.
Serian Camp
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Serian Camp is a traditional tented bush camp with five tents in the Mara North conservancy just outside the Maasai Mara Reserve. The camp enjoys beautiful, expansive views of the Mara river and the Olololo escarpment.
Sirikoi
Lewa Downs, Kenya
Sirikoi is a beautiful lodge set in a peaceful glade within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The lodge comprises a mix of luxurious tented rooms and a couple of small private residences. Lewa offers some of the best game viewing in Northern Kenya.
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Mara Expedition Maasai Mara, Kenya
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&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Main Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Kicheche Bush Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Msambweni Villas Diani, Kenyan Coast, Kenya
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Offbeat Mara River Mobile Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Mara Plains Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Saruni Wild Maasai Mara, Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya, Kenya
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Offbeat Olare Lamun Mobile Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Sarara Treehouses Samburu National Park, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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The Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport Nairobi, Nairobi and Central Kenya, Kenya
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Mara House Maasai Mara, Kenya
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El Karama Eco Lodge Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Sarara Camp Samburu National Park, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Hemingways Watamu Watamu, Lamu and the coast, Kenya
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Almanara Boutique Hotel Diani, Lamu and the coast, Kenya
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&Beyond Bateleur Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Borana Lodge Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Sirikoi Lewa Downs, Kenya
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Alfajiri Garden Villa Diani, Lamu and the coast, Kenya
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Saruni Samburu Samburu National Reserve, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Mara Nyika Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Karisia Walking Safaris Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Arijiju Laikipia, Northern Kenya
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Lewa House Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Ol Seki Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Solio Lodge Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Offbeat Olare Orok Mobile Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Loldia House Lake Naivasha, Kenya
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Kinondo Kwetu Diani, Kenya
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Laragai House Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Ol Malo Laikipia, Northern Kenya
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Hemingways Nairobi Nairobi, Nairobi and Central Kenya, Kenya
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Sasaab Samburu National Park, Kenya
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Almanara Villas Diani, Lamu and the coast, Kenya
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Lodo Springs Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Kicheche Laikipia Camp Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Angama Amboseli Amboseli National Park, Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya, Kenya
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Rekero Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Lewa Wilderness Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Sala's Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Ol Lentille Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Ngare Serian Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Cottar's 1920 Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Giraffe Manor Nairobi, Kenya
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Elewana Elsa’s Kopje Meru National Park, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Offbeat Mara Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Ol Donyo Lodge Chyulu Hills, Southern Kenya, Kenya
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House in the Wild Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Tamarind Tree Hotel Nairobi, Nairobi and Central Kenya, Kenya
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Acacia House Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Manda Bay Lamu, Lamu and the coast, Kenya
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Alfajiri Cliff Villa Diani Beach, Kenya
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Tropic Air African Helicopter Safaris Kenya
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Naibor Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Serian Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Lengishu Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Offbeat Escarpment Mobile Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Alfajiri Beach Villa Diani, Lamu and the coast, Kenya
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Saruni Rhino Sera Conservnacy, Northern Kenya, Kenya
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Angama Mara Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Saruni Mara Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Angama Safari Camp Maasai Mara, Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya, Kenya
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Kicheche Mara Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
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Speke's Camp Maasai Mara, Maasai Mara and Southern Kenya, Kenya
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Kicheche Valley Camp Maasai Mara, Kenya
Where to Find the Best Hotels in Kenya
Kenya is renowned for safari and beach holidays, and you’ll get nothing but the best no matter what holiday you take here. Whether you’re after the Kenyan Coast, the wide lands of the Maasai Mara, or a bit of both, here’s where to find the best hotels in Kenya.
The Great Rift Valley, which stretches almost 6000 kilometres from Lebanon to Mozambique, runs right through Kenya forming a natural divide between west and east.
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- Carefully curated collection of luxury safari lodges & hotels
Oozing palm-fringed bliss, Kenya’s beaches offer white sandy beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and plenty of opportunities for exhilarating water sports.
- Tailor-made Kenya beach holidays
- 24/7 personalised support from award-winning experts
- Luxury Kenya coastal resorts
- Exclusive authentic experiences
The Maasai Mara is one of the most renowned safari destinations in Kenya and the whole of Africa, and it’s easy to see why…
- Experience luxury Maasai Mara safaris in Kenya
- Trips from award-winning luxury travel experts
- Authentic safaris with local private guides
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Nairobi began as the railroad depot of East Africa in 1899. Since then, it’s become one of the major cities of modern Africa. It’s a vibrant, growing city, a mosaic of many races and cultures, but it still retains its charm, with wide jacaranda tree lined avenues and colourful markets.
Laikipia District is a vast plateau running from the foothills of Mount Kenya to the edge of the Great Rift Valley and covering over 9500km. Large areas of open grassland in the north and south are dominated by acacias, and olive and cedar forest characterise the east of the plateau.
Combine Bespoke Stays with Enriching Experiences
Staying at a Kenya safari lodge is the opportunity to soak in the vast landscapes and authentic cultural experiences. Engage with the local community, visit nearby villages, and witness the vibrant and diverse scenery that makes Kenya unique.
- For families, there are private villas with interconnecting rooms and educational game drives that bring the world to your little ones.
- For couples, indulge in your private plunge pool and toast to a red sunset over the savanna in private indulgence.
- For adventure seekers, take on the thrill of a nighttime safari or helicopter safari and see the world in a new light.
- And much much more…
FAQs for Hotels in Kenya
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What makes Kenya a unique destination for luxury stays is its wildlife and authenticity. Luxury here isn’t just about world-class amenities and high-ticket items – it’s lavish tented camps perched around a watering hole so the safari never ends, remote catered dinners in the starlit savanna and genuine personal experiences.
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Luxury hotels in Kenya have many special features.
At a safari lodge you can find private game drives, personalised service and spend time with the local village experiencing their culture and cuisine.
If you want beachside bliss, the boutique beachfront properties offer palm-fringed ocean views. Go off the grid with modern amenities in a private cottage and take part in deep-sea fishing, yoga and more.
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Popular places to visit are the Maasai Mara, the stunning Rift Valley views, the bustling city of Nairobi and the rugged Laikipia hills. They all provide luxurious getaways. For the ocean, the Lamu archipelago mixes local culture with boutique hotels for a special experience.
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Celebrate the beginning of your new adventure with an unforgettable luxury honeymoon in Kenya, one of Africa’s most vibrant and picturesque countries.
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With their wealth of wildlife and outstanding natural beauty, the national parks and game reserves in Kenya are a must-visit for this bucket list destination.
Kenya’s plains and savannas are home to some of the most vibrant wildlife anywhere on earth, from the fearsome lion to the towering giraffe.
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