
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
Found in the heart of Nairobi, Fairmont The Norfolk has been a part of Kenya's capital city for over 100 years. The hotel holds a great deal of old-world charm and still continues to deliver impeccable service. The hotel offers strong facilities and well-appointed rooms and suites. Set in its very own lush tropical gardens, The Norfolk is a relaxing and comfortable accommodation choice to begin or end a safari in Kenya.
There are 170 rooms and suites, all of which are elegant in décor and design. Featuring wonderful en-suite marble bathrooms, rooms are also equipped with air conditioning, a 32" satellite TV and an internet connection. You can opt to dine at the hotel’s award-winning Tatu restaurant or enjoy a light lunch on the Lord Delamere Terrace. For an evening cocktail there’s the elegant Cin Cin Wine Bar.
A heated swimming pool, health club, spa, and boutique store are additional facilities on offer. During your stay you can venture out to the surrounding craft markets, traditional villages, and museums.
Expert View
- Old-world charm and elegant contemporary design
- Celebrated Kenyan landmark since 1904
- Easy access to Nairobi’s attractions
- Fabulous service
At a glance
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170 Rooms & Suites
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All Ages
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Open All Year
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Family Rooms
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Bed & Breakfast
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City

"The elegant T Lounge serves traditional afternoon high tea with classic delights and signature Kenyan tea and coffee."
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Honeymoon to Kenya & Seychelles
Nicki and Mahlatini took care of absolutely everything on this trip - we didn't have to worry about a thing knowing Nicki was multiple steps ahead of us every leg of our journey!
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Honeymoon to Kenya & Seychelles
It is 100% true what they say, Africa changes your life. It is such a beautiful and diverse continent and we have only seen the tip of the iceberg! We returned home with so many unforgettable memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. It is now our mission to send as many loved ones a…
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Honeymoon to Kenya & Tanzania
This was a once in a lifetime kind of trip that we are going to have to somehow repeat! The team at Mahlatini really worked hard for us throughout the planning process, exceeded our trip expectations, and worked diligently when we actually had to push our Honeymoon out a full year because of COVID …
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