The King PostvsFairmont The Norfolk
The King Post and Fairmont The Norfolk are both highly recommended by experts. On balance, Fairmont The Norfolk scores significantly higher than The King Post. Fairmont The Norfolk is ranked #10 in Nairobi with praise from 5 reviews including Jetsetter, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
The King Post
Rhapta Rd., Westlands, Nairobi 00800, Kenya
From $100/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Pool
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet
"Brimful of personality and styled to resemble a traditional Swahili village, this original place has appealing rooms with whitewashed walls, lovely little niches and alcoves." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Brimful of personality and styled to resemble a traditional Swahili village, this original place has appealing rooms with whitewashed walls, lovely little niches and alcoves, intricately carved mahogany and oak furnishings, and a real sense of comfort wedded to the style" Full review
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