Margarita HousevsThe Emakoko
Both properties are praised by experts. On balance, The Emakoko scores significantly better than Margarita House. The Emakoko scores 79 with positive reviews from 3 publications such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Condé Nast Traveler.
Margarita House
Lower Plains Road, off Karen Rd, Nairobi 00100, Kenya
From $60/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet
"Tucked away on a quiet street on Karen’s north side, this tranquil guesthouse offers large and comfortable rooms with contemporary artworks on the walls and plenty of stylish furnishings throughout." Full review
The Emakoko
Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi GP 00517, Kenya
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"In earshot of the roars of the Nairobi lions, the Emakoko offers spacious, beautifully designed rooms with huge verandas overlooking a jungle valley." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Ten cottages on the lip of a ravine overlooking 45-square-mile Nairobi national Park." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"It's a wonderful way to begin or end your Kenyan safari by bypassing the hassles of Nairobi altogether, and the rooms and public areas are exquisite." Full review