Fairmont The Norfolk vs Nairobi Serena Hotel

Fairmont The Norfolk and Nairobi Serena Hotel are both endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, Fairmont The Norfolk is preferred by most professionals compared to Nairobi Serena Hotel. Fairmont The Norfolk has a TripExpert Score of 78 with accolades from 5 reviews such as Travel + Leisure, Insight Guides and Lonely Planet.

Fairmont The Norfolk

Tripexpert score:

8 / 10

Location: Harry Thuku Rd, Nairobi 00200, Kenya

Price:

From $198 /night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Free Breakfast
Shuttle Bus
Laundry Service

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Expert reviews:

Fodor's

"This grand old colonial lady will take you back to the heady early days when settlers, adventurers, colonial officers, and their ladies arrived in the capital to make their names and their fortunes." Full review

Insight Guides

"Nairobi’s oldest hotel, and one of its classiest, is set in lovely gardens within walking distance of the city centre."

Travel + Leisure

"This Tudor-style hotel in the city center underwent a multi-million dollar overhaul to renovate the rooms and lobby, and construct a tearoom, outdoor café, and Cin Cin Wine Bar." Full review

Lonely Planet

Top Choice

"Built in 1904, Nairobi's oldest hotel was the place to stay during colonial days, and still attracts plenty of guests who at least look like old-school settlers." Full review

Jetsetter

"A century-old Nairobi icon with an outdoor pool, five restaurants and a wine and champagne bar." Full review

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Nairobi Serena Hotel

Tripexpert score:

7 / 10

Location: Kenyatta Avenue/Processional Way, Nairobi GPO, Kenya

Price:

From $211 /night