Swain-selected stayNairobi, East AfricaHouse of WaineA distinctive base for a journey designed around you.Selected by our Destination ExpertsExploreThe storyGalleryExperiencesPlan your stayThe stayWhat to know about this stay.House Of Waine is an 11 bedroom luxury boutique hotel on 2.5 acres that blends the elegance of gracious living with the spirit of modern Africa in an exclusive and serene setting. Family owned and run, this boutique hotel is located in the suburb of Karen in Nairobi set in a serene garden with outdoor pool. The hotel aims to provide guests with an experience that exceeds all their expectations of city hotels and is punctuated by personalized, friendly and excellent service and cuisine in beautiful surroundings. A closer lookHouse of Waine, in detail.View all 12 photosBeyond the stayExperiences nearbyHouse Of Waine is centrally located near the best of Nairobi's attractions such as the Karen Blixen Museum, the Kazuri beads, The Giraffe centre and the world famous David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust amongst others.Giraffe Centre The center protects the endangered Rothschild giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis rothschildi, that is found only in the grasslands of East Africa.Sheldrick Elephant OrphangeSheldrick is a Kenyan wildlife conservation charity that assists and advises the Kenya Wildlife Service and manages an orphanage for elephants and rhinos. Adopt an Elephant at a cost of USD 50 per year upon prior booking. Karen Blixen MuseumThe former African home of Danish author Karen Blixen, famous for her book Out of Africa which chronicles life at the estate.Utamaduni Crafts CentreEighteen individual Craft Shops in one offering a wealth of Kenyan Culture. Plan with SwainAdd House of Waine to your journey.Tell us where you want to go and how you like to travel. We will recommend the right route, length of stay, and experiences.Start planning →