Fairview Hotel
4.6
Outstanding(439 Reviews)Hotel in Nairobi
4-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Suburban hotel connected to the airport in Kilimani with 4 restaurants
Along with 4 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
Fairview Hotel offers 127 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Along with 4 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
Fairview Hotel offers 127 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
This Nairobi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Amenities
Pool
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Nairobi
Available Rooms
Suite, 1 Bedroom
1 King • 603 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Suite, 1 Bedroom
1 King • 1 Sofa • 712 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 323 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony
1 King • 1 Sofa • 356 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Furnished Balcony)
1 King • 320 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
4.6
Outstanding(439 Reviews)4.6
Excellent service, excellent food!!
4.6
Great hotel, feels remote even though is in the heart of Nairobi.
4.6
We stayed at the Fairview Hotel two separate times during a safari trip to Kenya. Other than the airport, this was our first introduction to Kenyan hospitality, and it was outstanding. We've been to many hotels in the USA, Mexico and Europe and the service here at the Fairview sits easily in the top 3 of anywhere we have stayed. The hotel felt very safe with a strong security staff to provide that feeling. The grounds are very well kept and a pleasure to walk around in, which is nice due to us being told that the neighborhood is not a particularly safe one. The hotel itself is very stylish and comfortable with a nice pool and pool area. The restaurants provided very good food and drink.
Upon our landing in Nairobi, our airline lost our luggage, and the Fairview reception staff was SO incredibly awesome in helping us work with the airline to get them found and delivered to us at the hotel. They might be the most helpful, friendly and respectful reception staff we have ever encountered. In addition, this hotel was very competitively priced; we've stayed in much worse places for a lot more money. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Nairobi for any type of trip. It was about a half hour distance from the main airport and was very close to Wilson Airport (for flights to Masai Mara) The hotel will send a hotel-based taxi to pick you up or deliver you to either airport for a small fee. This felt much safer than just picking a taxi from outside.
4.6
This is a very old and we had hoped charming hotel in the centre of town. Our "VIP" room was clean but very bare and functional, probably fine for business users but indulgent or luxurious. I have scored it average for most things as we found it extremely expensive for what we had and the standard of the hotel. The reception staff were not helpful and a bit abrupt, the only good member of staff was Brian at the pool bar.
4.6
Cosy spot with wonderful staff. My fav in Nairobi!
4.6
This hotel is fantastic! Staff are great, the place is clean - lovely. We stayed during the protests, so it felt a little unsafe to go out, but that’s not the hotel’s fault
4.6
Very nice staff and grounds.
4.6
Beautiful hotel, conveniently located.
4.6
Property was so beautiful my family really really enjoyed this property! Wonderful staff, great food and very beautifully kept grounds! Would highly recommend this location to friends and family
4.6
Wonderful start to our Kenya adventure! The hotel was perfect mixture of old school charm and modern facilities. Loved the beautiful gardens, large swimming pool and the staff makes the place special.
4.6
I want to visit here again. I had dinner at pool site every night. Privave, peaceful and beautiful.
4.6
Wonderful place to stay in Nairobi.
4.6
One of the best places to stay in Nairobi. Close to most places, friendly staff, great food and very safe for a stay.
4.6
Fairview Hotel is absolutely excellent. A very authentic hotel and nicely located in Nairobi
4.6
A wonderful hotel with great staff. I’ve been staying here on trips to Kenya for 20 years.
4.6
Very relaxing and refreshing stay. Grounds and hotel were beautiful and an oasis in the midst of Nairobi
4.6
The gardens were beautiful and the food was delicious. The staff was extremely helpful. The Fairview is a wonderful alternative to the institutional like chain hotels.
4.6
Beautiful grounds, gardens, sitting areas and restaurants. Historic property. Room was very basic, old and with no charging ports.
4.6
Lovely place and setting. Great staff. Can get a bit noisey if you have a room just up the stairs from reception
4.6
We've been staying at the Fairview for 25 years. Even with new owners, the facilities continue to be excellent. The staff is mostly new. We knew the old staff, and, of course, you appreciate people you know and like.
Two considerations for management: 1. The Fairview is becoming less a warm and personal place to stay and more a commercial, corporate facility. That's a minus. It's the difference between, "Good morning, Mr. Schmidt, how was your sleep." and "What can I do for your sir?" 2. The prices are becoming much too high. Even the breakfast, always included in the room rate, is now an additional $25. That's outrageous, the meal just isn't that good. Climbing rates for rooms and meals might be reasons we look elsewhere when we visit Nairobi. Pity, we've enjoyed the Fairview for more than two decades.
4.6
Lovely hotel and staff
4.6
Garden
4.6
Lovely property with beautiful grounds and a great pool (although I didn’t get to swim; it was too cool the day I was there). Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast buffet with many choices. Room was clean but not as attractive as the rest of the hotel.
Tight security. Like many other hotels in Nairobi, the hotel is gated and watched by armed guards. Luggage is screened as you enter the property.
4.6
The environment is so serene, staff are friendly, rooms are spacious and very clean. We loved our stay there very much. Would highly recommend.
4.6
A lovely hotel. A comfortable oasis.
4.6
Great property, centrally located. Staff are very helpful and courteous. Food selection is great, and they have a few restaurants within the property. The pool and also the garden area is quite nice to relax and have a meal or a drink. I’d certainly go back.
4.6
This hotel, the staff and the food were amazing. My wife and I were attending a wedding and this was the first time in Kenya. This hotel became our home away from home. They made us feel very welcome and appreciated. The food and service was fabulous. I only wish they could transport this hotel to the US. We highly recommend this hotel. You will not regret the stay.
4.6
Fairview's gardens are a welcome retreat, calming, picturesque. Overall the staff were attentive and aimed to please. The restaurant staff (pool-side) were great in their recommendations.
Points of improvement: More attention to be paid at checkin to status of guests. I booked Fairview especially because of the VIP (Expedia) status it afforded me. At checkin, they checked only for IHG staus, and I was booked into a small room on the backside of the hotel, overlooking a rooftop. When I notified the front desk, they immediately sought to rectify the problem, and I was upgraded to the poolside room.
Also, using the rather efficient room service ordering (via whatsapp) I ordered a light meal (soup, naan, water). It was after 2100. After an hour of waiting, I checked and was told that the staff had "left, and had forgotten." While the staff member with whom I spoke offered to rectify the oversight, it was too late for me.
Upon checkout, the managerial staff apologized profusely and offered to comepnsate at a future stay.
I would stay at Fairview again. The location was perfect; I felt safe; the menu variety was great; the room was clean and quiet.
4.6
Charming
4.6
Nice relaxed setting around the hotel and areas.Complete shut of noises from a busy Nairobi surrounding the hotel.
4.6
Great property. Different areas for relaxing. Excellent and friendly staff.
4.6
Beautiful gardens! Such an oasis in Nairobi.
4.6
Attentive and friendly staff with great surroundings
4.6
Amazing
4.6
I love teh Fairviw adn have nothing but good to say but there are a few things that could do with refreshing - bed and pillows, hair dryer
4.6
The friendliness and responsiveness of the staff was terrific. And the grounds are absolutely stunning.
4.6
Lovely property and a comfortable stay.
Restaurant options were a bit limiting if staying for a longer period of time.
4.6
Brilliant stay, really beautiful hotel and all staff are so helpful and friendly.
4.6
The grounds are spectacular. Very serene. The staff is very welcoming. An oasis in the heart of Nairobi. Would definitely return
4.6
Fantastic hotel. Staff are wonderful.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Nairobi?
The average price for a rental in Nairobi is R 1,191 per night. This rental is R 974 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fairview Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Fairview Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is Fairview Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fairview Hotel?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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