From
the Maasai Nyrobi 'place of cool waters' in 1896 there
also sprang a railhead and now this colourful modern city.
Rather engineer Whitehouse selected this spot, the last
totally flat ground before the steep climb up west to
the Rift.Spacious exotic tree lined avenues, superb parks
and the finest hotels now adorn this important African
nervecentre. Outstanding facilities include the immense
Kenyatta International Conference Centre which seats 4,000
and recreational facilities include: Racecourse, Sports
Stadiums, Cinemas, Theatres, Museums & Clubs
Nairobi Hotels
WINDSOR
GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Location:
On the highlands of Kenya - just 20 minutes from the City
centre.
Facilities:
18 hole international course in an exotic setting of beautiful
wood and parklands, Club and elegant Conference facilities,
2 Tennis and 2 Squash Courts, Croquet Green, Health Club,
a variety of Restaurant offering a'la carte and table
d'hote menus. Facilities include Pool, an Arcade of Shops,
Art Gallery and Boutique.
Accommodation:
80 Superior Double Rooms, 20 Super Suites and a sweep
of 15 Cottages
Opinion:
Period piece accommodation, offering excellent service
and cuisine.
THE
NORFOLK
Location: A five minute walk from the City Centre. Shops,
Theatres and Restaurants - Twenty minutes from the airport.
Facilities:
Five Restaurants, The Delamere and Ibis. The Delamere
Bar & Terrace, a wide choice of Public Rooms, Beauty
Salon, Swimming Pool and Gift Shop, with Golf on request.
Opinion:
Nairobi's first hotel, an Edwardian classic set in peaceful
grounds with aviaries, capturing the atmosphere of the
turn of the century.
NAIROBI
SAFARI CLUB
Location: Close to the centre of town.
Facilities:
2 Restaurants, 2 Bars, Swimming Pool
Accommodation:
146 air-conditioned suites.
Opinion:
A modern hotel providing a high standard of accommodation
and service.
INTER CONTINENTAL HOTEL
Location: Centre, close by the Government buildings
Facilities:
2 Restaurants, Swimming Pool with 2 Poolside Bars, Health
Centre
Accommodation:
There are 385 air-conditioned en-suite rooms.
Opinion:
A first class hotel in a convenient location.
THE
STANLEY
Location: At the heart of Nairobi
Facilities:
3 Restaurants, choice of Bars, Thorn Tree Café,
Swimming Pool.
Accommodation:
The Stanley has 217 rooms including suites.
MAYFAIR
COURT
Location:
In a traditional setting conveniently located near Westlands
-just north of the City centre - 40 minutes from the airport.
Facilities:
There are 2 Swimming Pools. Breakfast is enjoyed in the
airy White Mischief Restaurant, which offers international
table d'hote cuisine at economic prices.
Accommodation:
Twin bedded rooms, each with en-suite Bathroom, TV and
Telephone Rooms are located on three levels, with a block
of Superior Rooms to the rear surrounding a peaceful garden
atmosphere.
Opinion:
A medium hotel offering friendly service
SAFARI
PARK
Location:
20 minutes out of town set within 64 acres of tropical
gardens.
Facilities:
Include 7 Restaurants and a choice of 3 Bars, Night Club,
Swimming Pool and Sports facilities.
Accommodation:
The Safari Park has 204 rooms including suites.
NAIROBI
SERENA HOTEL
Location: Five minutes from the City Centre - twenty minutes
from the airport in Nairobi's facing famous Uhuru Park.
Facilities:
Include a Health Club, Boutiques and Swimming Pool with
its comfortable Coffee Shop. The tented ceiling Restaurant
also offers a'la carte.
Accommodation:
Totally refurbished 190 rooms are air-conditioned with
en-suite bathroom, TV and Video, Mini Bar and Telephone.
Opinion:
Peacefully set in landscaped, tropical gardens, this hotel
enjoys the distinction of being included in 'Leading Hotels
of the World'.
THE
LANDMARK
Location:
In Westlands, 5 miles from the City centre - 40 minutes
from the airport.
Facilities:
Cuisine from the Pizzeria, The Table d'hote Dining Room
or outdoor Barbeque. The hotel is equipped with a large
Swimming Pool & Hairdressing Salon.
Accommodation:
120 twin rooms with Private Bathroom and Telephone.
Opinion:
Block hospitality, centred around a 4 acre garden atmosphere.
HILTON
NAIROBI
Location:
The Hilton is located in the heart of Nairobi City shopping
area, about 20 minutes from the airport.
Facilities:
You can dine at the Amboseli Grill, the Mara or Watamu
Restaurants or enjoy a Bar-B-Que at the Poolside Bar.
Also there is the Jockey Bar and the Pizzeria. There is
a heated swimming pool and fully equipped health centre
with sauna and steam bath. The Hilton has its own arcade
of shops.
Accommodation:
Bedrooms are well appointed with a fully stocked minibar,
personal safe and many have a panoramic view of the City
park.
Opinion:
The hotel offers international famed Hilton service: luxurious
accommodation and q wide choice of cuisine.
