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House of Waine

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The House of Waine is a private house, owned and run by a Kenyan family and is situated in 2.5 acres of elegant and peaceful gardens in the quiet suburb of Karen.  This is a convenient and safe stop over, just 20 mins from Wilson (domestic) airport and 40 mins from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. 
 
The hotel is of an extremely high standard, beautifully and uniquely furnished with all modern comforts but in a friendly relaxing atmosphere.  There are 11 bedrooms all with individual style and themes, all are en-suite and most have a separate shower and bath.  Rooms are equipped with televisions, direct dial telephones, complimentary cold drinks and tea and coffee facilities, mini safe, complimentary pastries or cakes.  There is the facility for internet connection in each room and the hotel will lend laptops for this purpose.
One of the rooms is a huge suite with a large terrace.  
 
In the gardens is a heated swimming pool and pool side bar, there is a light and airy breakfast room and additional private terrace room, full conference facilities and dining rooms that can be adjusted to suit any tailor made needs. 
 
Close by, the area of Karen, is the Giraffe Centre, the Daphne Sheldrick Animal Orphanage, a large traditional crafts centre and many other shops, cafes and attractions. 
 
As well as being a convenient overnight stop, it would be easy to fill a whole day here, the management at the House of Waine are incredibly welcoming and friendly.
 
Fair Trade/Responsible Tourism
Locally owned and run.

Highlights

  • Convenient location - close to the airports, elephant orphanage and the Giraffe centre.
  • Friendly and welcoming staff.
  • Quiet and attractive garden setting.
  • Fantastic food.

Viewpoints

This is a fantastic place! The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly, food superb, rooms luxurious and Eric the manager is one of the most fun and helpful people I’ve met in Nairobi! Try and take the time to stay long enough to enjoy this beautiful home and the interesting surrounding area.
Julie Croucher, Tribes

Situation

Located in the quiet Nairobi suburb of Karen, the hotel is in carefully maintained gardens.

Activities

Local tours and transfers can be arranged including the nearby Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum and various craft markets and shopping centre.

Facilities

11 individually styled en-suite rooms most with bath and shower. All have fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, tv, telephone and internet point. Heated swimming pool. Dining room, breakfast room, bar and pool bar. Secure parking and valet service.

Child policy

Children accepted.

Open

Open all year round

Meals

Dining can be on a bed & breakfast, full or half board basis.

Best times to go

Good all year round. Kenya's main rainy season runs from April until the beginning of June. There is also a short rainy season in November.

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Included

Accommodation and meals depending on what board basis is booked. Complimentary pastries, biscuits and tea and coffee in room. Airport transfers can be arranged.

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