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Fairview Hotel

Bishops Road | P.O Box 40842, Nairobi 00100, Kenya
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Fairview Hotel
Ranked #3 of 80 hotels in Nairobi
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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South Shields
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30 reviews 30 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

After staying in the crowne plaza this was a welcome change. It was picturesque with lots of green courtyards. I was in one of the apartments outside the main hotel building which was spacious and clean. They did look like a block of flats in London from the outside but inside they were quite nice. The food was great and... More

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Danie007
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

It is now the third time I have stayed at the Fairview Hotel. Each time I have come away with no complaint. I normally stay in the First Class rooms and find them very comfortable, clean and spacious. The gardens are just exquisite. You don't feel like you are in a city at all. The restaurants are lovely and the... More

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Portland, Oregon
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93 hotel reviews
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55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

This hotel really brings to Karibu to Kenya-- just an absolute retreat from the city, and for a 2-week stay, they went out of their way to accomodate our group's needs. Wi-fi was sometimes spotty, and the food got pretty tired after a while, but there are other hotels nearby to eat if you're more long term. My only wish... More

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Timbuktu, Mali
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We stayed here for 2 nights. Before entering the hotel you go through a security check and your bags get scanned, at this point you can definetely be sure that you have arrived at one of the safest places in Nairobi and you become curious what might expect you behind the check. -> A incredible oasis in "the middle of... More

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Bela Bela, South Africa
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Lovely grounds, garden and public areas. Good choice of restaurants and friendly service. Rooms are fairly rustic, but have everything you really need. Free internet is a good bonus, with data charges being so expensive in Kenya.

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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5 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I stayed here for 3 nights on business recently. I enjoyed my stay, the gardens are lovely with lots of nooks and crannies to explore. The public areas are very pleasant. Restaurants were good, and the one upstairs was exceptional. Good selection at breakfast. The room was small but adequate for business purposes, with a good sized desk and free... More

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Medfield, MA
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12 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I stayed at the Fairview for a week and experienced three rooms because of some in-country travel. Each room was very comfortable with a very nice bathroom. The grounds of the hotel as so peaceful and lush and a wonderful break from Nairobi traffic. The most impressive thing at the Fairview is the exceptional staff. Every single person with whom... More

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Tehran
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

What a marvelous time we had. Our room was fresh, clean and very well appointed. The bed was magnificent. Lots of space a/c was optional the overhead fan was perfect for this time if year. The bathroom was to die for, sunken tub, rain shower plus regular shower. The food was excellent especially the variety at breakfast. The pool restaurant... More

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Smarshy12
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Recently stayed here for a week on business, good size room with no air con and rather tired bathroom but well proportioned and good size plug in fan which was sufficient for this time of year. The on site restaurants are ok if a little repetitive after a while, though a good selection at breakfast. The pool was excellent and... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Nairobi is a great place except for one thing - the truly terrible traffic So you need to choose a hotel by location. But if the Fairview is near where you need to be its a very good choice. Calm environment, gardens and pool. Reasonable gym and very helpful staff. Better value for money than the chain business hotels.

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Israeli embassy(25)
  • Very good(22)
  • Breakfast buffet(18)
  • First class room(9)
  • Clean and comfortable(9)
  • King size(5)
  • More expensive(5)
  • Free wifi(4)
  • Great Place(3)
  • Pool bar(3)

Additional Information about Fairview Hotel

Address: Bishops Road | P.O Box 40842, Nairobi 00100, Kenya
Region: Kenya > Nairobi
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Family Hotels in Nairobi
#3 Business Hotels in Nairobi
#4 Romantic Hotels in Nairobi
Price range (per night): 270 AUD - 323 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Nairobi's most popular and only family-run four star hotel comprising of 120 rooms (with some five star rooms!). Our product offering is designed for the business traveller with various room types set in five acres of beautiful gardens. Our room rates include bed, breakfast, wifi and all taxes. We are situated 2 kilometers out of the Nairobi central business district on Upper hill, away from the noise of Nairobi. ... more   less 
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