House of Waine vs Margarita House

Margarita House and House of Waine are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, House of Waine ranks significantly higher than Margarita House. House of Waine comes in at #2 in Nairobi with recommendations from 5 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.

House of Waine

Tripexpert score:

8 / 10

Location: Masai Lane & Bogani Road, Karen, PO Box 25035, Nairobi 00603, Kenya

Price:

From $420 /night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Free Breakfast
Shuttle Bus
Laundry Service

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Expert reviews:

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."

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

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Margarita House

Tripexpert score:

7 / 10

Location: Lower Plains Road, off Karen Rd, Nairobi 00100, Kenya