Photos: The Safari Collection
About this place
The Retreat sits 80 metres from Giraffe Manor on the same forested giraffe sanctuary and shares its views. It exists to solve the awkward hours of a safari: the early arrival, the late departure, the long gap between a morning flight and an evening one.
IMPORTANT: guests cannot stay overnight at The Retreat, and a Retreat booking does not give access to Giraffe Manor. Day Rooms check in from 10:00 and check out at 22:00 on the same day. The building closes daily from 22:00 to 06:00.
There are four first-floor en-suite bedrooms. Lily is the Day Room Suite and takes up to four guests with room for two more. Waridi and Nandi are Deluxe Day Rooms taking two guests with room for two more, and Alizeti is a Deluxe Day Room taking two with room for one more. All have large walk-in rain showers, balconies and space to reorganise luggage. Waridi and Nandi have open plan bathrooms with a separate toilet; Lily and Alizeti have doors separating the bathrooms. Extra guests are not given an extra bed.
Rates include arrival and departure transfers within the check-in and check-out window, all meals, a selection of house wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks, use of the wellness facilities and access to the Giraffe Centre. Spa treatments, cigars, excursions and access to Giraffe Manor are excluded.
Giraffes do not have access to the rooms or the dining areas at The Retreat, though direct contact is possible at the end of the pool when they choose to come.
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Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with The Safari Collection once you send your dates.
Twin or double plus day bed · 4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
DAY USE ONLY, 10:00 to 22:00, no overnight stay. Waridi and Nandi are first-floor bedrooms with open plan bathrooms and a separate toilet, a walk-in rain shower, a balcony, a twin or double bed option and an additional day bed. The rate is a minimum room rate for up to 2 guests sharing, with capacity for 2 extra guests at the per adult or per child rate. Extra guests are not provided with an extra bed.
Twin or double · 3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
DAY USE ONLY, 10:00 to 22:00, no overnight stay. Alizeti is a first-floor bedroom with doors separating the bathroom, a walk-in rain shower and a balcony. The rate is a minimum room rate for up to 2 guests sharing, with capacity for 1 extra guest at the per adult or per child rate. Extra guests are not provided with an extra bed.
Twin or double plus day beds · 6 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
DAY USE ONLY, 10:00 to 22:00, no overnight stay. Lily is the largest of the four first-floor bedrooms at The Retreat, with a walk-in rain shower, a balcony, doors separating the bathroom and the option of two additional day beds. The rate is a minimum room rate for up to 4 guests sharing, with capacity for 2 extra guests at the per adult or per child rate. Extra guests are not provided with an extra bed. Includes all meals, a selection of house drinks, use of the pool, gym, steam room, sauna and hot tub, and access to the Giraffe Centre. Excludes spa treatments, cigars, excursions and access to Giraffe Manor.
Nature
What lives at The Retreat at Giraffe Manor
13 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Important information
Check-in and check-outIn 10:00 · Out 22:00
Check-in Time
10:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 22:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes75% refund 121+ days
Refund schedule
- 75% refundcancel 121+ days before check-in
- No refundcancel 46+ days before check-in
Please note that some accommodations may have their own specific cancellation policies that differ from our standard policy. These will be clearly indicated on the accommodation's page or during the booking process.
For any questions regarding cancellations or to request a cancellation, please contact our customer support team.
Deposit Required20% deposit
20% Deposit Required
Deposit Due at Booking
The 20% deposit is required when you make your booking
Balance (80%)
due 45 days before check-in
Host Deposit Terms
Provisional bookings are held for a maximum of ten calendar days, extendable once by another ten days if approved in writing. A booking is confirmed only on receipt of a completed booking voucher and a 20% deposit of the total reservation amount. Full and final payment is due no later than 45 days before arrival, or immediately on booking if made within 45 days.
Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
A 20% deposit is required at booking, with the balance due 45 days before check-in.
Cancellation Policy
- 75% refundcancel 121+ days before check-in
- No refundcancel 46+ days before check-in
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in from 10:00 • Check-out by 22:00
Liability
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Retreat at Giraffe Manor located?
The Retreat at Giraffe Manor is in Nairobi, Kenya. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Retreat at Giraffe Manor?
Check-in is from 10:00 and check-out is by 22:00. Contact the camp directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can The Retreat at Giraffe Manor accommodate?
Deluxe Day Room - Waridi or Nandi (2 of them) sleeps 4 each, Deluxe Day Room - Alizeti sleeps 3 and Day Room Suite - Lily sleeps 6.
How do I book The Retreat at Giraffe Manor?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with The Safari Collection, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.
Enquire about a stay
Request availability. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with The Safari Collection.
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