House Of Waine

The room is home to a portrait of a Maasai Moran (Warrior) by local artist, Phillipa Marrion. As the Maasai term for home is Manyatta, it is only fitting therefore that the room is so named.

Safari, from the Arabic ‘safa’, means a long journey in Swahili. It was first used in the English language by Sir Richard Burton, the famous explorer. To us, Safari refers to room that with its décor pays tribute to past and

present explorers such as you.

Ziwa, the Swahili word for Lake, aptly describes this room where the abundance of turquoise reflects a shimmering lake.

It is said that an elephant never forgets. A stay in Tembo (elephant in Swahili), will be an unforgettable experience with its different hues and textures reflecting of the elephant hide and its natural habitat.

Victoria the quaint room and the only one with a working fireplace is reminiscent of the Victorian era. The main feature of the room is the elegant claw foot tub.

Kanini,  smallest room, is child friendly and interconnects with Makan.

Makan,  Indian themed room is filled with warm shades of the red chili pepper and omate fabrics. Makan pays homage to a community that has had and continues to have a pivotal role in the development of multicultural country.

Coastal themed room with its calming sea blues and greens invites you to rest, relax and rejuvenate before and after your journey.

Garden room, Bustani, invites the outside in, through its fabrics and with its direct access to expansive gardens.

The golden sands of the Sahara are captured in the objects d’arts, artwork and the fabrics of this room.

Malaika is the grand dame of the House Of Waine. Designed by an equally grand dame, mother, who was known for her grace and elegance and her love for the colour black which is evident in all the furnishings in this room.