Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
Nairobi, Kenya
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About the Hotel
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel is an institution on the colorful streets of Nairobi, Kenya. A cultural gathering spot for over one hundred years the Norfolk is an oasis of tranquility, with private tropical gardens, a heated outdoor swimming pool, and the legendary Lord Delamere Terrace where travelers and locals alike have met since the days of colonial Africa. Sophistication and elegance permeate the luxurious rooms and suites, and harkens back to a day when tea was served on a silver tray, even in the bush. Whether you have come to Nairobi as a starting point for a safari, or to see the city's many sights, The Norfolk offers guests an exclusive view of Africa.
Location
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
Harry Thuku Road
Nairobi, Kenya
00200
Nearest Airport: NBO
Amenities & Services
- Pool
- Fitness Center
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
Reviews for Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
A must do stay in Nairobi.
An overnight stay in this historic hotel was a must in Nairobi. The Norfolk is central to Kenyan history and she certainly didn’t disappoint. Our stay was elegant and comfortable, meals superb and the staff just awesome and breakfast is unbelievable.
Bruce C P - Australia
Excellent choice in Nairobi
Beautiful and historical Fairmont the Norfolk hotel only 15 minutes from Nairobi (Wilson) Airport. Excellent service from all staff and a big shout out to Concierge Margaret for perfect accommodation planning and Front of House, Chris for taking the time to actually escort my daughter and I to the nearest pharmacy. An excellent hotel in Nairobi.
roryjdoyle - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Best safari stopover hotel in the city
Fairmont is the oldest hotel in the city. Is not long a hotel is a history of the city. It bring us the experience that we stay in the past
lml05051207 - Singapore, Singapore
Absolute perfection – and the best service we have ever experienced!
Our stay at Fairmont The Norfolk was spectacular. From the moment we arrived, we were completely captivated by the beauty, history, and charm of this magnificent hotel. As huge fans of the movie "Out of Africa", it was deeply moving and truly impressive to see and walk through the original locations featured in the film. The historical atmosphere is beautifully preserved, making our stay feel incredibly memorable. However, what truly made our stay unforgettable was Joseph at the front desk. We can honestly say that we have never experienced such an exceptional, personal, and outstanding level of service in any hotel before. Joseph went above and beyond for us in every possible way. He took the time to ensure, that every detail of our stay was perfect. His warmth, professionalism, and dedication are rare to find and made a huge difference to our stay. We absolutely loved our time at this beautiful hotel and will definitely return. If you want historical luxury combined with world-class hospitality, this is the place to be. Thank you, Joseph, and thank you, Fairmont The Norfolk, for an incredible experience!
marcgW60MQ - Bern
Highly recommend the Fairmont Nairobi
Really lovely hotel. We had a room on the first floor with a gorgeous terrace overlooking the gardens. Nice pool. Good workout facility. Lovely indoor/outdoor bar area. Wonderful staff - can't say enough nice things about the staff. 2 nice restaurants including a steak house and a less formal restaurant where you can do a buffet or order off the menu. We enjoyed all of the food. Great buffet or menu breakfast each morning. The hallway walls are covered in pictures from a different time and tell the story of the hotel. You'd never know you were in the middle of a city.
Juliana Y - Arlington, Virginia
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