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Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts – Fairytale Escape in Kenya’s Highlands
Step into a world of charm and creativity at Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts, a unique destination inspired by medieval architecture and set against the breathtaking backdrop of Kenya’s central highlands. Explore art galleries, enjoy cultural experiences, take in sweeping countryside views, and relax in a setting that blends history, imagination, and modern comfort.
With B Hudson Tours, we tailor full getaway packages that include accommodation at Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts at discounted rates and a scenic safari from Nairobi by road, all designed around your preferences and travel needs. We craft every detail to deliver a seamless, memorable, and truly one-of-a-kind escape.
Our 2026 Discounted Rates for Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts
| 2026 Resident Rates |
Standard Rooms (Knights, Damsels, Vikings, Quarters & Manor House) |
Deluxe Rooms (Lost Knights, Damsel Plus, & Enclave Quarters) |
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| Full Board | Sharing | Single | Sharing | Single | ||
| Jan 3, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 | 13,095/- PPS | 16,490/- PP | 14,065/- PPS | 18,430/- PP | ||
| Room Category | The Lord’s Court (Superior) | The Chamber (Executive) | ||||
| Full Board | Sharing | Single | Sharing | Single | ||
| Jan 3, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 | 15,035/- PPS | 20,370/- PP | 16,005/- PPS | 22,310/- PP | ||
PPS: Per Person Sharing (double/twin) | PP: Per Person (single occupancy)
The Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts Rates above are in KES per person per night
Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts Rates are on Full Board Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, & Breakfast
Exclusions are: Drinks, & Other Extras
Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts Child Policy:
3 years and below
4 to 11 years
12 Years and Above
Itinerary
Tafaria Castle & Centre for the Arts offers a range of sporting activities that will cater to all of the guests, allowing everyone to get out and enjoy the sun.
- Horseback Riding
- Archery
- Volleyball
- Horse Carriage Riding
- Lawn Tennis
- Badminton
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Mini Golf
Tafaria Castle, established in 2012, was built to transform the founder’s rural community and serve as a retreat for recreation, business meetings, education, and creative inspiration through the Arts.
It is located between the breath-taking landscapes of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Ranges between Nyeri & Nyahururu, and has a Castle, Country Lodge, Conference Center, Center for the Arts, Museum, Herbarium & diverse recreational facilities.
Tafaria’s vision is to become a leading arts institution, championing social and economic growth through the arts.
With 80 well-appointed rooms, Tafaria country lodge offers a range of accommodations designed to suit diverse preferences. Guests can select from standard, superior and deluxe rooms, located either within the Castle’s or the country lodge. Room configurations vary to meet different needs with some spacious enough to accommodate three beds, others featuring cozy fireplaces, and interconnecting rooms ideal for families.
Knights, Damsels & Vikings Quarters & Manor House
The Manor House is an independent cottage, with three optimally sized and interconnecting rooms, located approximately 100 meters from the Castle. Ideal for families. The Damsels’ Quarters features four independent cottages, each housing three optimally sized rooms, located approximately 100 meters from the Castle. Ideal for families. The Knights’ Quarters features six independent cottages, each with a standard room, located approximately 150 meters from the Castle. Ideal for those seeking countryside privacy. Vikings’ Quarters features six optimally sized independent rooms, each housing a standard, located approximately 100 meters from the Castle.
The Lost Knights’ Quarters , Damsel plus & Enclave
These Quarters features three independent cottages, each housing a deluxe room with a fireplace, located approximately 100 meters from the Castle. Ideal for those seeking countryside privacy and warmth.
The Lord’s Court
These 7 rooms features a collection of seven superior rooms located inside the castle with access to a shared coffee lounge.
The Chamber
Chamber is a large superior room located inside the castle with access to the cozy Bailey coffee lounge.
Lord's Room
A suite inside the castle with a sitting room and a bathtub with access to the cozy Bailey coffee lounge.
