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Fairmont The Norfolk

Nairobi · Kenya

00200 Po Box 58581View location

9.2/10Excellent229 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.0/109.0
Location9.2/109.2
Neighborhood8.2/108.2
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About Fairmont The Norfolk

Iconic landmark in the heart of Nairobi city set amongst tropical gardens, Fairmont The Norfolk offers luxury accommodation in an early 20th-century colonial building. Dine at the elegant terrace restaurant or experience the stylish lounge bar serving signature cocktails and a vast selection of premium spirits and wines.

Whether you're in Nairobi on business or going on safari, find time to swim in our heated pool and enhance your well-being with a treatment in the tranquil spa or at our fitness centre.

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A stay at Fairmont The Norfolk places you in the heart of Nairobi, steps from University of Nairobi and a 4-minute drive from Kenyatta International Convention Centre. This family-friendly hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Sarit Centre and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Yaya Centre.

Make yourself at home in one of the 170 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Nairobi? This hotel has 2196 square feet (204 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Childcare
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Green Globe Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KES 30 for adults and KES 15 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: KES 8000 per vehicle (one way)
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Arabic

    Swahili

    Greek

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

University of Nairobi 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Chandaria Centre for Performing Arts 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Kenya National Theatre 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Jeevanjee Gardens 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
City Market 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Tom Mboya Statue 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Nairobi National Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Central Park 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Nairobi Gallery 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Uhuru Park 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Teleposta Towers 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
City Hall 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Maasai Market 1.5 km / 1 mi
Kenyatta Mausoleum 1.5 km / 1 mi
City Square 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of most recent renovation: 2014
  • Total number of rooms: 125
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Single rooms: 38
  • Double rooms: 38
  • Junior suites: 7
  • Suites: 15
  • Superior rooms: 78
  • Family rooms: 4
  • Accessible rooms: 1
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  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Visa Electrón
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Transfer service
  • Secure parking
  • Valet parking
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 2
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Show cooking
  • Swim-up bar
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Breakfast room
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Projector
  • Conference hostess
  • Printer
  • PhotocopierExtra charge
  • Business centre
  • Audio-visual equipment rental
  • Fax
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • Sauna
  • Steam bath
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Spa treatments
  • Beauty salon
  • Green Globe Certification
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • Hot breakfast
  • Early bird breakfast
  • Late riser breakfast
  • Brunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Gluten-free meals
  • Gala dinner
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Snacks
  • Single-Use Plastic Free
  • Fitness
Upon availability

Room types

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  • Room DELUXE TWO BEDROOMRoom • DELUXE TWO BEDROOMROO.B2-DX

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    Room DELUXE TWO BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.B2-DX

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-1

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.QN
    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable8 photos

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    8 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Living room

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXE QUEEN BEDFAMILY ROOM • DELUXE QUEEN BEDFAM.DX-QN

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.DX-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • JUNIOR SUITE KING SIZE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • KING SIZE BEDJSU.KG-1

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    JUNIOR SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    Room TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²DBL.QN-1
    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-1

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXEFAM.DX-1

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.DX-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXE TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • DELUXE TWO BEDSFAM.2B-DX

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.2B-DX

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²DBL.DX-3
    DOUBLE DELUXEPhoto unavailable4 photos

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-3

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Bathrobes
    • Alarm clock

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²FAM.ST
    FAMILY ROOM STANDARDPhoto unavailable28 photos

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

    Room photos

    28 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXE WITH BALCONYDOUBLE • DELUXE WITH BALCONYDBL.BL-DX

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE DELUXE WITH BALCONY

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.BL-DX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²DBL.KG
    DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE SUPERIORSUITE • SUPERIORSUI.SU

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    SUITE SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN DELUXETWIN • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²TWN.DX-2
    TWIN DELUXEPhoto unavailable2 photos

    Fairmont The Norfolk

    TWIN DELUXE

    Room photos

    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.DX-2

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²DBL.DX-5
    DOUBLE DELUXEPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE DELUXE

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-5

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXE • 79 m²DBL.DX

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE DELUXE

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²TWN.ST

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    TWIN STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG-2

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG-2

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDSUITE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDSUI.QN-SU

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    SUITE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.QN-SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²FAM.DX
    FAMILY ROOM DELUXEPhoto unavailable28 photos

    Fairmont The Norfolk

    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

    Room photos

    28 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.DX

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE DELUXE KING BEDSUITE • DELUXE KING BED • 1 Bedroom • 79 m²SUI.DX-KG
    SUITE DELUXE KING BEDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Fairmont The Norfolk

    SUITE DELUXE KING BED

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    79 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DX-KG

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX-9

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE DELUXE

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-9

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    SUITE STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXE WITH TERRACEDOUBLE • DELUXE WITH TERRACEDBL.DX-TR

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    DOUBLE DELUXE WITH TERRACE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE WITH TERRACE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-TR

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room DELUXE TWO BEDSRoom • DELUXE TWO BEDSROO.2B-DX

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    Room DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.2B-DX

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    Fairmont The Norfolk

    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    THREE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.3B

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

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    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
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    1
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    TWIN
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    Room code: TWN.DX

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Fairmont The Norfolk

9.2
Excellent
229 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
8.2 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2026
John
I have traveled to eighty countries over the course of my adult life, and the staff at the Fairmont Norfolk Hotel - top to bottom - is the most exceptional group I have ever encountered. They are competent, responsive and above all friendly. Every single member of the staff greeted us when we encountered them, and they accommodated all of our requests.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Jul 2026
Fred
The Norfolk is great, my only complaint in the astronomical cost of the Breakfast which is crazy even for a first class hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Alexandra
Beautiful property and exceptional service
Third time at the hotel and it never disappoints
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Dianne
This is a beautiful pristine property with too notch service and facilities.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
M
Fairmont är ett mycket bra hotell. Säkerheten är hög. Personalen vänlig och hjälpsam.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Dermot
Nice old colonial era property near the University. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was a good size, and the bathroom had a walk-in shower.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
brittany
“WOW”…where do I begin. The staff was SO kind, played with our children, helpful and accommodating. The food was delicious! It was VERY family friendly! The game drives, watching hippos from the lookout, food, rooms, everything exceeded expectations! The game drives were incredible. We saw the big 5 the first day and learned about the ‘ugly’ five which we also saw! We loved our stay and would very much recommend to anyone considering. I’m glad we picked the Fairmont Masai Mara. It was luxury and safari vibes all in one spot! Thanks for a magical and memorable time!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Timothy
One of the most wonderful places on the planet.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
25 Feb 2026
Guido
Staff was excellent. Amenities in the room were not up to standard for a 5 stars hotel and overall, the feeling is that the hotel is living on its glory - but is not any longer that good. Hot/Warm water in the shower was not coming. Heating/AC was not working and the insulation of the rooms is of poor quality as well as the sound proofing. What is the point of having a terrace by the garden if you cannot use it as everything gets wet?
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
Robert
So good I didn’t want to leave the hotel to tour.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2025
Egon
Rent værelse. Meget venlig betjening.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Tobias
Amazing continental hotel with rich history
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2025
Erdene
Charming hotel with amazing staff.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
jeremy
Like other Fairmont properties, the Norfolk did not disappoint. Excellent service and a breakfast buffet that will blow your mind.
The staff are well trained and helpful. The hotel courtyard is beautifully manicured and serene.
Suggestions:
The room I was in could use a little updating, older TV with limited channels.
The equipment in the gym needs refreshing and a deep clean (the gym is still better than most hotels, but I've stayed at many Fairmont Hotels and this one is not up to Fairmont standards).
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2025
Anita
Check in was easy. Staff was very friendly and answered all our questions. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Highly recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Linda
Breakfast great, hotel amenities, decor, staff, room, patio excellent.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Linda
Historical building, wonderful, friendly staff, quick services; excellent food, beautiful landscape, well appointed rooms.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Daniel
Nice hotel and very good level of service.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2025
freddie
Fantastic
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
Phil

A great place to stay in bustling Nairobi!

The hotel was really beautiful, with a dramatic lobby & manicured grounds! The staff couldn’t have been kinder & more helpful. Restaurants were very good, reasonable & offered lots of options!

Only complaint was spotty internet, which was very frustrating!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
Lisa

Wonderful oasis in busy Nairobi!

Superb service, lovely grounds, and very spacious and comfortable room!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2025
Andrew
Very nice, secure and well presented hotel. Expensive, slow service, and a very inflated view of how good it is.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Mona
This property is outstanding! From the moment you walk in off the busy street to the quiet of their lush gardens. They have excellent security and you feel very safe. The lobby and restaurants have been tastefully decorated. From George at the front desk, Sidney in the lobby and Margaret in the bar the service was outstanding! Very interesting hotel with a wonderful history easy to navigate the city from here. The staff make all the difference here.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
Salim
Norfolk Fairmont is easily the classiest and most beautiful hotel we have stayed in. Everything including staff and service are unparalleled. Plus it's Nairobi's oldest hotel, where US President Roosevelt, British royalty, Ernest Hemingway and a score of other historical figures have stayed - and loved.


Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Jeffrey
We felt at home here. The staff was genuinely kind and attentive.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Justin
Great hotel, very friendly staff, great food
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
Hadrien
Excellent all round - especially the staff
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
enrique
All the staff are great!

Breakfast is great

property is beautiful
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Aldo
Superb hotel in every respect: courtyard. People, service, rooms, dining, bar ( but skimpy hard liquor drink pours) location and attention to quality details.
Leisure
2/10
Poor
22 Sep 2024
grace
recently stayed for two nights at the Fairmont in Canyon, and while most of my stay was pleasant, I encountered an issue on the last day. The hotel provided a very small, single-use toothpaste, which wasn’t enough for the duration of my stay. As I was heading to a safari, I requested a few extra small toothpaste tubes to take with me, but the front desk was unhelpful and questioned why I needed more. They even mentioned that since I was checking out soon, they couldn’t provide any more, even though I still had a few hours left before check-out. Their attitude, including the manager’s, felt dismissive and discriminatory. I’m very disappointed to experience such poor service at a hotel of this caliber.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
Aldo
Outstanding hotel in the middle of Nairobi. Superb, friendly staff, good food, skimpy drinks, and beautifully maintained British colonial furnishings and layout. A refreshing break from the sterile and cold environment of newer hotels. Just teriffic!
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
16 Sep 2024
Paul
Refused to reimburse for a cancellation one week in advance. Promised to follow-up and never did. Terrible service.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
Roy
Very nice hotel and get staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
thomas

Superb Hotel

Excellent hotel and amazing staff. Kennedy makes the best Espresso martini ever. Gedi, Isaac, Njeri and Sharon are all brilliant too. Joy, Elijah and Veronica Make dining at Tatu and incredible experience and we hope to be back again soon.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
Lisa
Beautiful hotel in downtown Nairobi.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2024
Fredrik

Best in Nairobi

Best hotel I Nairobi. Service and people are kind and service minded.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2024
Marie
The property and staff are first class.
Suggest more sun lounges around the pool
Would return in a heartbeat
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Oct 2023
Stephen
This was certainly a grand dame 40 years ago when my wife first stayed at The Norfolk, but we found the place tired and the whole routine a bit sketchy. We were given a room that was not what we booked (booking specifically called for a King bed, but we received a Queen and the hotel staff tried to convince us that indeed the bed was a \"King-like\" bed). I was given two separate quotes for a car service, one twice the other, and both were a multiple of what Uber quoted for the same ride. I sat outside enjoying a cigar and a waieter asked me if i had an \"extra cigar\" for him. That's never happened to me anywhere. Also of note, the manager was quite welcoming until he saw we had a problem with the room and he then disappeared faster than you could imagine. Indeed it's a grand dame that has seen better days.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2023
Carl
Awesome staff great room and pool
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2023
Gerard
Fabulous hotel….
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2023
Vivek
Fantastic stay - charming, helpful and efficient staff, clean and comfortable resort with all the modern offerings a good hotel should have, set in an old world setting in the heart of town. If I can help it - will always stay here when visiting Nairobi.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2020
Robert

Relaxing oasis

Spent 4 days here after a busy 4 weeks traveling around Kenya and Tanzania. What a welcome treat to be pampered in this little oasis of comfort in the middle of Nairobi. Great service staff!!
Partner
2/10
Poor
08 Feb 2020
Christian
This is probably the worst Fairmont I've stayed in.

The room was fine but the property itself was a little tired.

The service was abysmal. In particular we have questioned why a 28usd charge was added to our bill when WiFi is included and not given an adequate response in a reasonable amount of time.

I would recommend anyone looking for accommodation in Nairobi to look elsewhere to avoid disappointment.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2020
James

eat place

The Fairmont the Norfolk is an amazing wonderful old historic hotel. Wonderful place to stay in the heart of Nairobi. Amazing accommodations and helpful friendly service. A gem. Great food too. Looking forward to more nights here.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Wonderful place, very atmospheric. Noisy room at night.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2019
Rae
Beautiful property in the city center with gardens and wonderful staff!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2019
Wendy
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Great food.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Friendly and efficient staff. My home when I’m in Kenya.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2019
Verified traveler

Beautiful gardens, small rooms

The gardens and grounds were beautiful and well maintained. Lots of areas to spend time and relax. Service was great. Only issues were small rooms and bad views to the street in all standard rooms.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2019
Verified traveler

Great stay

Loved the gardens and the grounds. The main restaurant was great and we enjoyed the breakfast. Charming bar. Everything was simple and straightforward. Only complaints are Tatu wasn’t great and room was very small.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2019
Verified traveler
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The grounds and service was very good.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 May 2019
Lynn

Hmmmm

It’s generally good - no wow factor that I was looking for
6/10
Pleasant
01 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Was very expensive for drinks and food.
Service was a bit slow.
Pool was great.
Thoroughly enjoyed experience of staying at the famous Norfolk hotel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2019
Clark

Best few hours in Nairobi's best hotel

At reception the sensitivity of the check in desk to our situation, short turn-around time. They suggested tea in the room, early morning and a double wake-up call. Everything worked seamlessly. A total professional operation that is still human and customer orientated. Rooms are English plugs but some have adaptors. Staff attentive, professional and you do not see them until you need them.
The physical property is charming and has top security.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Very nice hotel with very good staff. Food was delicious also. Didn’t venture outside much as Nairobi doesn’t seem like the safest place but hotel makes up for that!
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
A charming property with oodles of culture. Beautifully maintained jewel, a prized possession of Kenyan history. Some of the finishing of the interiors leaves a bit to be desired, else fantastic.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2018
Nancy
Fairmont The Norfolk is beautiful hotel with impeccable service.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Lovely hotel complex. Nice casual restaurant. When I had to walk to a meeting nearby a staff member was assigned to escort me to ensure my well being.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2018
Verified traveler

Loved it

Historic and beautiful hotel. Friendly and helpful staff. We loved it.
Take cabs or Uber - don’t walk in this neighborhood
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2018
Verified traveler
The Norfolk has a traditional feel but with completely up-to-date room interiors and facilities with an excellent gym and luxurious heated outdoor pool. All staff were very helpful and welcoming.
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2018
Verified traveler
Quiet, elegant comfort and smooth service.
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2018
Ray

A great place to layover post-safari

Great hotel and staff. Great security as well. I stayed here after a safari in Tanzania and it was a good way to regenerate post safari
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
A charming and tranquil spot with excellent service.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2018
Verified traveler

great secure and absolutely beautiful hotel\n

Two glorious days! Staff was fabulous - arranged for us to spend the day at the local National park.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2018
Saud

A gem in Nairobi

Really great staff and service culture. The TATU restaurant offer many choices of steak cuts,lamb and fish grills and above all a welcoming smiles and staff attitude.Thanks TATU staff and chef and to the front office and concierge staff for assisting us in safari arrangement.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2018
Xin

Get in Nairobi

Wonderful stay here. Staffs are friendly and food from the restaurant are very delicious with reasonable price!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2018
Verified traveler
Great hotel, central, safe and enjoyable. Recommendable
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2017
Verified traveler

Fairmont the Norfolk, Nairobi

The hotel is situated in the University district of Nairobi not far from the museum. The hotel is lovely, with a very good restaurant and a bar that also serves food. There is a welcome heated pool. There are lots of repairs being done in various parts of the hotel. Lighting along the paths to the wings was very limited and a potential hazard given the slippery surfaces of the walkways and construction materials along the way. Our room in a further wing was quite dated, though very spacious. There were noise problems somewhere in the system that were quite annoying and forced our friends to relocate to another wing. The hotel mentioned that they were going to shut down that wing due to persistent issues with this. We did not experience that noise until the final night but it was significant.
4/10
Poor
14 Oct 2017
Serge from Canada

Internet was slow

The hotel is very historic but the Internet was slow at 100 kb per second, no free breakfast and you have to pay to print your boarding pass. All in all there are better business friendly hotels in Nairobi at a much more reasonable fair.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2017
Richard

Great choice in Nairobi

Great place to stay in Nairobi with a very good blend of historical interest and modern comfort. We've stayed here several times and very much like it.
Partner
2/10
Poor
27 Sep 2017
gary

Nice grounds. Otherwise terrible

Bad food poor service small room needs updated but was clean
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2017
Harcharan

Nice central location.

Wonderful experience. We spent a few days in Nairobi and chose this hotel as it was in the heart of Nairobi. We felt it would be easier to get to other places. The hospitality was great and everyone went an extra mile to make the stay memorable. The rooms were clean and comfortable. I would have preferred more choice of Indian food being a vegetarian but overall the food was great. Room service was quick and satisfactory. The taxi service attached to the hotel was again very good. We used the same driver for most of our stay and he also took us outside Nairobi as a trust had been established. His knowledge of the area and experience were very helpful. This made a difference. Overall a wonderful location, peaceful and very hospitable staff.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2017
Verified traveler
lovely hotel. good location. helpful staff. rooms clean and quiet.
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2017
Verified traveler

Quiet

A lovely quiet place in a bustling city. The staff are so friendly and the restaurant Tatu is very impressive.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2017
Zoe

An enchanting oasis in the heart of Nairobi.

Fairmont The Norfolk is an oasis of comfort and beauty in Nairobi. To be honest Nairobi itself leaves much to be desired - the best things to do are the giraffe sanctuary and the David Sheldrick trust for the baby elephants ( you can foster one for $50 a year and then you can go at 5pm to watch them run in from the bush to go to their beds and have supper - an absolute delight). Back to the Norfolk though which has been there since colonial times and still has that grandeur. The heated pool and free spa is a great bonus too, especially after coming back from a safari. We loved it and were sad to leave.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2017
Verified traveler
Good stay at Norfolk Fairmont Nairobi
8/10
Excellent
29 Mar 2017
Verified traveler
Norfolk is a really nice and quiet hotel. The staff/service was excellent.
At the same time, there were about 5-6 dead mosquitoes on the bathroom walls and the furniture was kinda old and stained. Frankly, I could care less about the old furniture but if I have to pay almost $200 for a room, I certainly expect more. Nice hotel but grossly overpriced.
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2017
Verified traveler
Good enjoyable comfortable stay.
Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Feb 2017
Carole Anne

Stay out of the city.

Just an overnight- but wouldn't go again.
Better to stay out of the city.
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2017
Simon

Pleasant hotel but the service is really slow

Pleasant hotel but the service is really slow
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jan 2017
Stephen

Nice hotel close to shops and restaurants.

Overall our stay at the Fairmont, The Norfolk Hotel is a little bit disappointing because we were expecting a 5star hotel. In our own travelling experience we have stayed in far better hotel than this one. Fairmont realistically is a 4star hotel.
Firstly, when we booked we were not informed that there is a renovation happening within the hotel; i.e. hotel swimming pool is not available, painting inside the hotel is happening, at the front by the gate, the ground area is being resurfaced, a little bit of inconvenience.
Inside our Double deluxe room, the shower head, towel rails and the connection for international plug all need maintenance. We informed the front desk and it was immediately resolved. But for a 5star hotel these minor issues should have been looked into by the manager.

On our last day, after being out enjoying the sites of Nairobi we came back to the hotel and painting on the floor where we are staying is currently going. We could not stay in our room because of the smell and fumes was incredibly bad. We were not informed that it was happening that day. We asked for a change of room and it took more than 2 hours and we have to keep on following it up from the front desk. Yes, we were upgraded to a suite with bath (which is what we asked and booked for prior to arriving at Nairobi) but once again, the room appears to be outdated and needing an
uplift.
5star hotel rating for Fairmont, The Norfolk should be reviewed or reassessed.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2016
Verified traveler

Lovely hotel which catapults you back in time

Special hotel with lovely staff. Everybody goes the extra mile to make you feel comfortable and happy. The ambience is amazing and throws you back in time.
8/10
Excellent
18 Dec 2016
Verified traveler

Great hotel in Nairobi

I really loved staying here and would recommend it. Check-in didn't go particularly smoothly, my room wasn't ready and I was continually told it would only be 5 mins, when in reality it took 50 mins. Had I been told this in the first instance it would have been absolutely fine and not an issue, this did get my stay off to a bad start.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2016
Chris

Nice hotel, atmosphere and good food

Location is pretty good. The building itself is very nice and staff are pleasant. Nice restaurant and bar. Good and timely room service. Only thing is the front desk didn't pick up my calls so I had to go to the front desk to book a wake up call. Otherwise it was great!
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2016
Caroline

Great stay in Nairobi

Nice hotel. Great for a stopover after a long journey.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Oct 2016
Asuma

Be aware of older wings - mosquitoes

Initially, I was allocated with a room in older wing. There were so many mosquitoes, I woke up with at least 10 bites. When I contacted the reception, they have organised to move me to the latest wing with a balcony. I had no problem with mosquitoes then and enjoyed comfort stay and sleep.
6/10
Pleasant
29 Sep 2016
Ying

Dilapidated property, poor staff quality

Aging property, that used to be nice,but now looked pretty run down. Lots of mold in the grout in the bathroom and chipped tiles. And the drain was so clogged that quickly you were standing in pool of water that threatened to overflow into the bathroom floor. Hotel service was also not good. Items (of low value) were missing from the room after first servicing of the room. Hotel did not properly address this issue, came back to us and said, no the housekeeping did not take the items.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2016
Heather

Very nice hotel and very safe!

Staying at the Fairmont after returning from our safari was an excellent way to end our stay in Africa! Our flight was delayed by 3 hours- landing around 1:30 AM-and still our driver waited for us with a big smile on his face! In fact, he greeted us the following morning ready to drive us around to visit our last sites in Africa. Considered a Western hotel, The Fairmont had robust security at the entrance, yet not intrusive.The room was clean, the bed calling our names, and the breakfast was top-notch! We would definitely go back, without any hesitation!
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2016
David

Overnight stay in Berkeley.

Beautiful classic old hotel.
Staff are up to excellent standards with the notable exception of the wait staff in the main dining room. It took over an hour for your dinner to arrive and they weren't busy.
Also the place is a club resort and out of the people in the pool, etc were locals. This is great for business but not so much as a hotel guest getting jostled in the pool.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2016
Daniel

Don't even consider anywhere else in Nairobi!

What a perfect African hotel. The staff are outrageously friendly, the food and drinks delicious, and the setting straight out of a novel. Would consider only staying here when in Nairobi.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2016
M.A.

Enjoyed the Fairmont Norfolk hotel.

Wonderful, friendly staff. The Health center was inviting, and I had a 5 star facial and massage. When I return to the Norfolk, I will definitely schedule both again.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2016
Brian

Highest quality

Very clean, comfortable, and safe. Spa and gym services are a real bonus. Terrace restaurant was wonderful. Bar restaurants had good food and selection but slow pace. Rooms along the street can be noisy, but insulation is above average. Staff went out of their way to return a forgotten item to me, much appreciated.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2015
Megan

Fantastic service - but comes at a price!

The Norfolk Hotel is truly a gem when it comes to service. By my second day at the hotel everyone from the doorman to the front desk staff was greeting me by name and asking me how my day was.The security is very tight - with suitcases and taxis being scanned on the way in. The food was excellent.
My only two criticisms of this hotel were the price and the noise in my room. This hotel is EXPENSIVE - compared to other similar hotels in other major cities. At the price I paid I would have expected breakfast to be included - but found out that it would be an additional $35. My room - 720 - must have been next to the pump house for the hotel. I battled to sleep with the intermittent sounds of pumping and whining motors coming through the walls. The door on to my balcony also did not lock and I had to ask maintenance to fix it for me.
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2015
Zack

Fantastic Service

Best service I've had in a long time. Such a great hotel if you are considering to stay in Nairobi. Great restaurants and fitness facilities.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2015
Anna-Maija

Pleasant place that has everything you need

Four day business trip. Good location for my business visits. High security. Hotel garden very nice. Good service, good breakfast.
Several restaurants. Prices high and not very good selection of dishes. However, I did not go to the fine dining place. Will stay here next time I'll come to Nairobi.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Top notch colonial hotel With great steaks!

Steak restaurant rivals Those in NYC on quality, service could not have been better. Unfortunately, they had no (none,nada) dishes for my vegetarian guests otherwise I would have eaten there more often. Desserts looked so sinful, you would have to go to confession afterwards. Breakfast is buffet style for approx $30. I had difficulty ordering a la carte and pricing was a bit questionable how it was calculated.
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Old colonial charm gone but still wonderful.

The old colonial charm which used to be such a part of the old Norfolk is gone. Could now
be any good hotel any where in the world. Rooms clean with all needed amenities,
bar area nice good selection of wines, had dinner in their Tatu restaurant. Disappointing..
as fish over cooked, asked for fillet steak medium rare came medium well. No redness
at all on meat. Service in restaurant was very good. Staff is excellent. Would definately
stay again and recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2015
Marghe

Superb, safe, central location

I never stay in 5-Star, high-end hotels, too pricey. But the Expedia deal I got when buying my flights made this irresistible. This historic hotel surpassed our expectations for security, comfort, and location. We loved the quality of the rooms, the old photos from the British colonial era, the art, the lush grounds. People and service were excellent.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2015
Verified traveler

Great experience!

I stayed at this hotel for 10 days while working at the National Museum up the street. The hotel is very posh - for the upscale crowd. The bathroom had a wonderfully large tub and separate shower, which I appreciated. A comfortable desk and chair were provided and the bed was perfect. The work-out facility was clean with modern equipment and delicious infused water for after workout refreshment. The grounds are beautiful and the staff is friendly. If you plan to eat here just be prepared to spend double what you would elsewhere. A Tusker at the bar here is 500, but if you wander down to the Boulevard down the street it is 250. But this is what I'd expect for any upscale hotel in any big city. The security is intense so you will definitely feel safe.
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2015
Verified traveler

Classic old hotel in convenient central location

Enjoyed a few days business trip at The Norfolk. Excellent location near the centre of town for business. Great staff , excellent food, and a relaxing bar but they do need to sort out the wifi!

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Fairmont The Norfolk
00200 Po Box 58581, Nairobi, Kenya

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