Outspan Hotel

Location: Aberdares

The famous Outspan Hotel in the town of Nyeri was where the inimitable Lord Baden Powell, founder of the scouting movement, spent his final years.  This magical place is suffused with history, and has retained all its charm and appeal since it was built over 80 years ago.

Close to the stunning Karuru Falls and set amongst manicured lawns and established gardens, you can delight at the roaming peacocks, marvel at the dancing by members of the Kikuyu ethnic community and try out one of the myriad on-site activities.

All rooms feature satellite television, telephones and tea making facilities, and are set out in deluxe rooms, standard rooms and deluxe cottages.  The décor is comfortable and in-fitting with the old-style elegance of the establishment.

The Sherry Restaurant is a lovely place to take your meals, with breakfast and lunch often served on the veranda.  Weather permitting, dinner can also be served al fresco.  Adjacent to the restaurant is the comfortable Sherry Bar – ideal for a pre-dinner drink.  The Tavern is an informal pub where you can catch important sporting features on the big-screen TV or simply mix with the Nyeri locals.  

On-site activities include swimming in the pool or playing tennis and squash on the courts.  Golf enthusiasts can visit the neighbouring Nyeri Golf Club.  For cultural excursions, guests can visit the Paxtu Cottage – the final home of Lord and Lady Baden Powell which now serves as a memorial and museum.  

Nature and wildlife lovers can take game drives in Aberdare National Park and guided nature walks along the River Chania.

Photos of Outspan Hotel

There are a number of different activities you can do while staying at Outspan Hotel, some of which have been listed below:

• Tennis
• 9-hole golf course
• Nature Walks
• Swimming
• Badminton

The above activities are subject to availability.

Tours to Outspan Hotel

We don't have any preplanned safaris to Outspan Hotel. We can, however, arrange custom tours and safaris which go to Outspan Hotel so feel free to e-mail us or visit our custom tours page.