Fairmont The Norfolk
Nairobi, Nairobi Municipality, Kenya · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Since opening its doors in 1904, Fairmont The Norfolk has remained a celebrated Kenyan landmark. Over the years it has played host to presidents, actors, authors and musicians and welcomed travellers from around the globe as well as local residents. Refurbishment has added a contemporary touch to the property whilst preserving the charm and classic design of the 1900s. The Norfolk is the optimal city base to explore the bustling downtown district and Nairobi’s renowned wildlife conservancies such as the Giraffe Centre and the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust famed for its elephant orphanage. Offering 170 beautifully appointed rooms and signature suites set within tropical gardens, the hotel…
Founded in 1904 and still the traditional starting point for safaris, Fairmont The Norfolk has been host to European colonists, heads of state, dukes, and other royalty through the years. Indeed, modern Nairobi has grown up and around The Norfolk, whose 170 guest rooms and suites provide a well-appointed base from which its guests explore city sights, such as the elephant orphanage or the Giraffe Centre in nearby Langata. Three hotel restaurants offer dining diversity – try a prized vintage on the cozy terrace of Cin Cin Bar, then head to Tatu Restaurant for premium Kenyan Angus beef.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not applicable towards alcoholic beverages, not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Bookings in our Suites will receive an additional $100 Food & Beverage credit (for a total of $200 during stay)
- Stays of 7+ nights will receive an additional $200 Food & Beverage credit (for a total of $300 during stay)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
The hotel is close to the National Museum of Kenya, as well as to numerous restaurants and bars, providing a great opportunity to interact with locals. –Alnoor Dossa Woodinville, Washington
The property, in facts
| Where | Harry Thuku Road, Nairobi, Nairobi Municipality, Kenya |
|---|---|
| Category | City Hotel |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Brand | Fairmont |
| Hotel group | Accor |
| Rooms | 170 |
| Room types | 9 |
| Nearest airport | Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO) · 6 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Zen |
| Known for | City Life, Landmarks, Seclusion |
Rooms and suites
- Signature Suite — The lavish 9 signature suites are very spacious luxuriously furnished accommodations with plush carpeting and deep velour upholstered furniture. They offer one…
- Duplex Suite — The Duplex Suites are split level accommodations with each suite offering a private en-suite 4-piece bathroom with a separate shower stall. The guest bedroom…
- 1937 Suite — With the wing built in the year 1937, the historic and stunning 8 suites, with an amazing courtyard view with patio are a favorite. With 2008 renovated plush,…
- Karura Suite — These only two of a kind suites are located in the historic Karura wing and aptly named after Sarah and Abraham Block who are part of the founders of our105…
- Junior Suite (KQN, KKN) — Junior Suites are spacious open-concept accommodations with HSIA, and a 4-piece en-suite marble bathroom with a separate shower stall. Each Junior Suite has a…
- Deluxe (DQN, DKN, DTN) — Its luxuriously furnished, giving it a spacious and inviting atmosphere. It features a lavish king or twin beds, coffee lounge table, in-room business…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Bathrobe · Ceiling Fan · Coffee/Tea Maker · Connecting Rooms · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Safe · Slippers · Turn Down Service
What advisors say
100% of the 4 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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