House of WainevsSarova Stanley
House of Waine and Sarova Stanley are both recommended by writers. On balance, House of Waine scores significantly higher than Sarova Stanley. House of Waine comes in at #1 in Nairobi with endorsements from 5 reviewers like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Frommer's.
House of Waine
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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
Sarova Stanley Fodor's
Star Service
Afar Magazine Lonely Planet Frommer's
Kenyatta Avenue & Kimathi Street, Nairobi 00100, Kenya
From $146/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "Public areas retain a trace of the elegance of times past and rooms offer all the standard amenities of a modern business hotel." Full review
Star Service "The Sarova Stanley, located about 10 minutes on foot from the city center, launched itself into Kenyan history in 1902 by becoming the first luxury hotel in Nairobi." Full review
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Notable Features
Guests can ask for a historical tour of the hotel to view old photographs and heritage suites.
Afar Magazine "great hotel,good food and excellent service.wish to go again." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The latest version boasts large and luxurious rooms and a timeless lobby characterised by plush green leather banquettes, opulent chandeliers and lots of dark-wood trimmings." Full review
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Rates drop slightly from Friday to Sunday.
Frommer's "Featuring a pool terrace and 3 restaurants, the hotel Sarova Stanley is in central Nairobi. It offers a bar, fitness center, and luxury rooms with free Wi-Fi. Complimentary private..." Full review
