Friday, March 8, 2013 11:12am PST
Giraffes join guests for breakfast and dinner at iconic Giraffe Manor
By: David Strege
One of the more peculiar hotels in the world features giraffes joining you for breakfast or dinner by poking their heads through open windows. At Giraffe Manor on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya, a reference to a long neck doesn't necessarily mean beer.
The one-of-a-kind hotel is actually a sanctuary for the endangered Rothschild giraffe. Roaming the 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest are eight Rothschild giraffes, some of which routinely show up in the mornings and evenings to greet guests and sneak a snack. The captivating photos tell the story.
Giraffe Manor is said to be one of Nairobi's most iconic buildings dating to the 1930s and is reminiscent of the early days of Europeans in East Africa.
Since 1974, Giraffe Manor has been the home of Jock and Betty Leslie-Melville. Why giraffes? Their lifelong goal is the preservation of this treasured Rothschild giraffe.
The goal of guests, meanwhile, is the preservation of their morning toast.
Photos are used by permission from the Giraffe Manor. Enjoy.
