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House of WainevsThe King Post
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, House of Waine ranks significantly better than The King Post. House of Waine comes in at #1 in Nairobi with positive reviews from 5 publications such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
House of Waine
Fodor's
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
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 PlanetTop choice
"Sophistication and style are the hallmarks of this stunning boutique offering out in Karen." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"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
The King Post Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Rhapta Rd., Westlands, Nairobi 00800, Kenya
From $100/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Pool
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet "Brimful of personality and styled to resemble a traditional Swahili village, this original place has appealing rooms with whitewashed walls, lovely little niches and alcoves." Full review
Lonely Planet "Brimful of personality and styled to resemble a traditional Swahili village, this original place has appealing rooms with whitewashed walls, lovely little niches and alcoves, intricately carved mahogany and oak furnishings, and a real sense of comfort wedded to the style" Full review
