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Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
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Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel is Nairobi's oldest continuously operating hotel, a landmark of colonial-era elegance set amid manicured gardens. Guests and visitors alike can stroll through the leafy grounds, admire the period architecture, and dine in the renowned Lord Delamere Terrace restaurant. The hotel's rich history includes hosting early safari hunters and dignitaries, and its interiors are filled with antique furnishings and historical photographs. Even if not staying overnight, the hotel offers a tranquil retreat from the city bustle, with afternoon tea being a popular tradition.
Don't miss
- Afternoon tea on the Lord Delamere Terrace overlooking the gardens
- Historical photographs and artifacts displayed in the hotel's public areas
- The lush, tropical gardens that provide a peaceful oasis in central Nairobi
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inNairobi’s ultimate Walking City Tour with Hotel pickup4.8★ · 36 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →
Most bookedSafari Tour; Nairobi National Park4.7★ · 870 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$37 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleNairobi to Kiambethu Tea Farm Tour4.9★ · 66 travelers5–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$108 per personSee dates →More attractions in Nairobi
