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Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi

4.0 of 5
Cnr. Parklands Road & Msapo Close, Parklands | PO Box 66807, Nairobi 00800, Kenya
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013
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Durban, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

This was my first visit to Nairobi , Kenya on business and upon arrival at the hotel their was a misunderstanding on my booking dates which could have resulted in me looking for alternative hotel arrangements.( hotel was fully booked ) My position was over heard by the Front Office Manager Mr Elisha Katam who stepped in and proceeded to... More

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Kendal, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
22 hotel reviews
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

This was my second visit this hotel is not the best but by far not the worst. The grounds are lovely with the gardens and little water features the pool is nice and the lunchtime pool menu is lovely. We always eat at the diner attached to the hotel the burgers and steaks are great. The rooms are spacious and... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

The rooms were old and musty. The beds were very uncomfortable and the service was indifferent at best. Trying to get coffee in the morning at the hotel was a constant battle. It used to be a holiday inn and it is not what I would call "comfortable." It does have the benefit of being outside city center which helps... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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29 reviews 29 reviews
16 hotel reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

To start with, this hotel is very expensive, they may say they have renovated the rooms however they left few things to renovate. The bathroom fittings are very old and you will struggle to get water from the shower. They provide the tea maker in the room however looking inside the same you would never want to make tea in... More

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Stockholm, Sweden
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

The hotel has good grounds and service. Rooms are standard, with no-frills but clean and good beds. The room I had though had terrible sound insulation. The rooms is next to service door that was being used all night long and making really loud sounds. It was really hard to sleep. I would recommend the hotel but not that room... More

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Paris
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 via mobile

Very pleasant and quiet place. Old victorian style lodge but modern, clean and simple rooms. Good food especially for breakfast at the Oasis Pool, by the swimming-pool in a large tropical garden. Good location not so far from city center and international airport. Nice service, fair prices.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

First time I visited this hotel, reception area modern with friendly staff. The gardens are lovely an oasis in a busy city, rooms are a good size but found mine a bit outdated (bathroom needs tiling properly and toiletries replaced) rooms have been refreshed apparently but not sure if mine was missed out. I found it difficult to navigate around... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Great breakfasts Awesome & efficient business centre Friendly Staff Attached Spur (always a standard winner) nearby Gipsy's pub/bar (the best cosmopolitan space in Nairobi) and not far from several decent restaurants 45 minutes - 60 minutes from the airport without traffic though.

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Hamilton, Bermuda
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Although a bit tired feeling, my experience was on the whole a very good one. The staff are attentive and the breakfast was surprisingly high standard. The same could not be said of the resaurant chain that the hotel has outsourced its lunch and dinners to. The food was unappetizing and the hookers in the bar offputting. That said, I... More

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Mogadishu, Somalia
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Very good facilities. Friendly people, security personnel watchful but discreet. Snack-bar opened until late at night. Restaurant by the pool [one of two]. Quiet atmosphere during night time. Some shops indoor selling a variety of items, from clothing to toothpaste, postcards and native art, paintings and wood-carving sculpture.

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Also Known As:
Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi Hotel Nairobi
Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi Hotel
Holiday Inn Nairobi
Nairobi Holiday Inn
Address: Cnr. Parklands Road & Msapo Close, Parklands | PO Box 66807, Nairobi 00800, Kenya
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Region: Kenya > Nairobi
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#9 Luxury Hotels in Nairobi
#11 Family Hotels in Nairobi
#18 Business Hotels in Nairobi
Price range (per night): ₹13,242 - ₹15,034
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
SOUTHERN SUN MAYFAIR IS ONE OF NAIROBI'S BEST KNOWN LANDMARKS THAT FIRST ENJOYED ITS HEYDAY IN 1940'S COLONIAL KENYA. IT HAS BEEN EXTENSIVELY REFURBISHED TO PROVIDE MODERN FACILITIES, YET RETAINS THE UNDERSTATED CHARM AND ELEGANCE OF YESTERYEAR. THE HOTEL IS SITUATED CLOSE TO THE CITY CENTRE AND ONLY 20KM FROM JOMO KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. WE WELCOME GUESTS TO EXPERIENCE THE TRADITIONAL WARMTH AND HOSPITALITY FOR WHICH BOTH KENYA AND SOUTHERN SUN ARE RENOWNED. ... more   less 
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