Selecting your stay for when you finally arrive in Kenya could be one of the most significant decisions you will make as a tourist.

It can define your entire experience and influence your future holidaying decisions. At The Giraffe Cottages, we recommend you consider the following pointers:

1. Determine your Holiday Destination

Kenya provides potential visitors with multiple and diverse destinations to choose from. If you are looking for an urban feel, Mombasa and Nairobi are the ideal go-to places.

Located in Nairobi, The Giraffe Cottages offers a serene urban feel in a leafy suburb and is your perfect choice if you are planning to come to Nairobi. If you are looking for a natural feel, you can visit Amboseli and Maasai Mara while enjoying your stay with us.

2. Budget for Your Vacation

Depending on your budget, you can select from a wide range of affordable hotels and luxury resorts all over the country. A budget can allow you to align your accommodation selections to your available funds and the experience you seek. It indicates that you must derive value for money for an unforgettable experience in Kenya.

3. Explore your Accommodation Options

From beach resorts, safari lodges, and guesthouses, to makuti cottages, Kenya offers diverse accommodation types depending on your tastes.

You can find beach resorts primarily in the coastal areas of Kenya, such as Mombasa and Lamu.

Safari lodges offer options for individuals visiting wildlife in the Maasai Mara, Tsavo, and Amboseli.

Makuti cottages are eco-conscious and can be found in both urban and wildlife-oriented hotels.

4. Review the Amenities and Services Offered

Before making your final choice, you should review the descriptions of amenities and services of different hotels. For example, you can check whether they have room service, wi-fi, hot shower and bathtub, and family-friendly amenities.

In addition, you can review whether they provide both local and international cuisines.

5. Check Ratings and Reviews

Guests who have visited a particular hotel can write online reviews regarding the place they want to book.

Their reviews can give you insights regarding their prices, services, and wholesale experience. Such reviews can help inform your choice.

6. Make a Reservation

If you are satisfied with a hotel, proceed to make your reservation. Check whether they have existing offers or add-on services that may cost you more.

Call the hotel to confirm your reservation and establish that first feel of the place.