Mayhouse 680 HotelvsFairmont The Norfolk
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Fairmont The Norfolk scores significantly higher than Sentrim 680 Hotel. Fairmont The Norfolk is ranked #10 in Nairobi with approval from 5 publications including Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Insight Guides.
Mayhouse 680 Hotel
Kenyatta Avenue, Muindi Mbingu Street, Nairobi 0100, Kenya
From $50/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Lonely Planet
"A big, slightly threadbare central hotel aimed squarely at local and international businesspeople. Facilities are good, it's secure and the location's convenient."
Fairmont The Norfolk
Harry Thuku Rd, Nairobi 00200, Kenya
From $198/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
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
"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