House of WainevsJacaranda Nairobi Hotel
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, House of Waine scores significantly higher than Jacaranda Nairobi Hotel. House of Waine ranks #1 in Nairobi with positive reviews from 5 sources like Frommer's, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
House of Waine
Masai Lane & Bogani Road, Karen, PO Box 25035, Nairobi 00603, Kenya
From $420/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"You'll find nostalgia, history, and romantic surroundings at this family-owned boutique hotel." Full review
Frommer's
"Built as a mansionlike family home in 1979, this stylish guesthouse is run with all the professionalism and sophistication of a fine hotel." Full review
Insight Guides
"One of Nairobi’s most perennially popular boutique hotels, this 1970s mansion lies in large gardens in the leafy suburb of Karen, just 2km (1.2 miles) from the Karen Blixen Museum."
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The highly rated kitchen can offer a spread of Kenyan dishes by request.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Sophistication and style are the hallmarks of this stunning boutique offering out in Karen." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"House of Waine is a cool retreat from the bustle of the Kenyan capital, located on the former coffee plantation of Karen Blixen...Expect a homely atmosphere, tropical gardens, and unflappable staff." Full review
Jacaranda Nairobi Hotel
Waiyaki Way, PO Box 14287, Nairobi 00800, Kenya
From $180/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"A smart former Block property, slightly worn around the edges but generally offering good standards... There are several restaurants on site, and free shuttle buses run between the hotel and downtown." Full review