set within 5 acres of beautiful gardens
Fairview Hotel is a family-run hotel in the heart of the city, with modern amenities, but away from the hustle and bustle.
Location: Fairview Hotel is situated in the peaceful neighbourhood of Westlands, Nairobi, offering a calm retreat within easy reach of the city’s main attractions and business districts. This location provides the best of both worlds: a tranquil environment to unwind after a busy day, while still being just a short drive from key sites such as the Nairobi National Museum, shopping centres, and vibrant dining spots. It’s ideal for travellers seeking a comfortable base in Kenya’s bustling capital that’s well connected but removed from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Rooms: The hotel offers a variety of rooms and suites designed with comfort and practicality in mind. Each room features modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and workspaces, making it a suitable choice for both leisure and business travellers. The décor is simple yet elegant, with warm tones and tasteful furnishings that create a welcoming atmosphere. Suites add extra space and luxury touches like separate living areas, perfect for families or guests seeking a little more comfort.
Amenities: Fairview prides itself on delivering attentive service and a range of facilities that cater to guests’ diverse needs. There are multiple dining options, including a poolside restaurant serving international and local cuisine, and several bars for relaxing evenings. The outdoor swimming pool and garden area provide a pleasant space to relax or socialise. For business travellers, the hotel offers fully equipped conference and meeting rooms. Additional amenities include a fitness centre, spa services, and free Wi-Fi throughout, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay.
Activities: While Fairview itself is a restful base, its location makes it easy to access Nairobi’s cultural and wildlife attractions. Guests can arrange visits to Nairobi National Park, only a short drive away, to see Kenya’s famous wildlife against a city skyline backdrop. The hotel can also organise trips to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the Giraffe Centre, and local markets for an authentic taste of Kenyan culture. For safari travellers, Fairview is a practical stopover before or after journeys to Kenya’s renowned game reserves.
Sustainability: Fairview Hotel is actively engaged in sustainable practices, focusing on reducing its environmental impact while supporting the local community. The hotel employs water-saving technologies, energy-efficient lighting, and comprehensive waste management, including recycling programmes. It supports local suppliers and participates in community outreach initiatives centred on education and environmental awareness. These efforts reflect Fairview’s commitment to responsible hospitality, allowing guests to enjoy their stay with confidence that the hotel values both people and planet.
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January
January is a great time for wildlife viewing. The landscapes are lush and green after the 'short rains' and newborn animals can been seen. It is hot, but brief afternoon or evening showers cool things down, without compromising your safari. Over on the coast the sea is clear, making it ideal for diving and snorkelling, and the days are warm and bright.
February
February is an ideal time to visit Kenya, and great for game viewing. The landscapes are green and thriving thanks to the short rains, and newborn animals will be hopping around the plains. There maybe a few afternoon showers which are welcome in the heat, and don't impact on wildlife viewing. Water clarify is excellent at the moment, which is good news for watersports enthusiasts. And if you want to spot a whale shark, now is the time to try.
March
Still a good option for wildlife viewing and diving, although with the 'long rains' just around the corner, expect wetter and hotter weather.
April
April brings the start of the 'long rains' which means game reserves and national parks become muddy and harder to drive around. Over on the coast it's hot and wet, so it isn't the best time of year to travel. Some camps and lodges close during this period.
May
The 'long rains' continue into May, making park tracks difficult to navigate in the mud, and the coast very warm and wet. There will be less accommodation choice at this time as several lodges and camps during this period.
June
June is a beautiful time of year to visit Kenya, with the rains receding to just light showers, and the long dry season not far ahead. The high grasses can sometimes make it more of a challenge to spot game, but the landscapes are lush and some animals may begin arriving early for the migration. At altitude nights can be cool, but elsewhere the temperature is pleasant.
July
July marks the beginning of the great migration into the Masai Mara, and with warm and generally dry weather, this is a great time of year to visit. Days are sunny, skies are blue and there isn't too much dust around, so it's a great time for photography.
August
The migration is now in full swing in the Masai Mara, with lots of river crossing action, so if you want to see those massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, now is the time to come. Game viewing in general is excellent and it's one of the most popular times of year to visit, so some of the main parks do become crowded. Temperatures are warm and dry.
September
Game viewing continues to be excellent, and the weather is generally dry so this is another ideal month to visit Kenya's parks. The bush is less dense and as animals gather around waterholes and rivers it makes wildlife spotting much easier.
October
October is a great time if you want to avoid the crowds and don't mind the temperature slowly starting to rise. There may be a few short showers, but game viewing remains excellent with the end of the migration, and it's a good time to holiday anywhere in Kenya.
November
November heralds the start of the 'short rains' and with hotter temperatures some camps are closed. The Mara however is still open, and despite sometimes stormy skies, game viewing is still good. Fewer crowds and lower prices make this an attractive month to visit. Over on the coast water clarify is good for snorkelling and diving.
December
The 'short rains' are bringing the landscapes back to life, and as the plains start to become green again, wildlife viewing remains good, and it's a great time for birding. Some camps are closed (mainly in the north of Kenya) but many others remain open. The showers tend to fall in the afternoons and don't impact greatly on a safari. Take advantage of reduced visitor numbers and lower prices.
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