Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage - 14 min drive - 11.0 km
Giraffe Centre - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
Getting around
Syokimau Station - 22 min drive
Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Carnivore - 16 min walk
Pizza Inn / Chicken Inn Langata - 16 min walk
Spring Valley Coffee - 6 min drive
Big Square - 5 min drive
Chicken Inn - 6 min drive
About this property
Red Buffalo House Hotel
Guesthouse near Nairobi National Park
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar at Red Buffalo House Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and a reception hall
A 24-hour front desk and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and soap
32-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, a personal chef, and free infant beds
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 200 to 500 for adults and KES 200 to 500 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Reception hall
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch smart TV with satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Chef service
Limited room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
12 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately KES 200 to 500 for adults, and KES 200 to 500 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Red Buffalo House Nairobi
Red Buffalo House Hotel Nairobi
Red Buffalo House Hotel Guesthouse
Red Buffalo House Hotel Guesthouse Nairobi
Frequently asked questions
Is Red Buffalo House Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Red Buffalo House Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Red Buffalo House Hotel?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Red Buffalo House Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Red Buffalo House Hotel located?
Located in Lang'ata, this guesthouse is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Nairobi National Park and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Karen Blixen Museum.
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Red Buffalo House Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 69 reviews
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
The staff was great.
tom
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
It felt like a comfortable hostel
Madeline
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
These guys were great. we were a little upset by a failed booking at a different place but they more than made up for it.
The food and rooms were good. The garden was lovely for yoga and relaxing. If the coffee bar opened a little earlier it would be full marks
RAVEN
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
They have this soldier they call Maasai. Wow that dude is on top and very helpfull. Kudos guyz my stay was super great.
Jorum
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Nice quiet and comfortable
raheem
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Good hotel with attentive staff.
Jeff Kamande
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10
Friendly staff, good spaces to relax.. however room toilet small and lacks good ventilation, noisy at night due to proximity to a busy highway and limited dining experience.
TOM
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Nice hotel and I like staying here when I'm in Nairobi. The staff treat me very well and the food is good. I like spending evenings in the garden and it is peaceful. The deluxe rooms are big. Thanks guys.
Martha
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
We had a lovely stay here, a perfect place to land on arrival in Kenya. The staff were really kind and helpful and the food from the restaurant was delicious. Lovely views of the garden from our room.
M
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
4/10
Pathetic. Terrible. Poor meals and expensive. It is a brothel not a hotel. Go there at your own risk
KENNEDY
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Nice hotel with good food. Drinks prices were completely reasonable and it is near CBD but not inside CBD. Had a nice dinner in the garden with the garden lights and music and breakfast was a lot for the price. It was good.
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
I had a good time and the hotel and staff were very nice thank you.
Lydiah
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10
We had a good stay
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
2/10
When I arrived the generator was running so I asked whether it will run all night and whether there was electricity. I was assured that there would be electricity. When I got to the room it was dump and smelled like mold. They had a fan running though to try and dry it I guess. I left to go the other side of the city. When I came back the motel was dark with no one in sight. A few hoots brought the maasai who
Levis Kamau
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
What a great experience. Already booked to return next week!
Faudia Aziza
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
I had a good time and the staff were great as usual. Thanks again and see you soon!
Craig
10/10
We had a good time. The room was nice. The food was fantastic. We had the pork ribs and chicken which were fantastic.The prices are affordable. We are definitely going back again!
Wanjiku
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
6/10
Cleanliness is wanting
Joshua
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Had a good stay. Thanks.
Craig
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
4/10
Proximity to where I was going
Collins
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
4/10
It doesn't look the same as it appears in pictures posted in the Expedia website.
Thomas
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
8/10
The property is located in between slums and high end apartments. Gives an individual of what living in Nairobi is like
Eric David
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
For me i like to come back...........
Dieter
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
10/10
I have stayed at a few hotels in Nairobi but his one was good and not expensive at all. Staff was good and the room was nice and big. Had a great dinner from Chef Paul. Will come back again. Thank you so much.