# Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club > Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is a five-star luxury heritage hotel located in Nanyuki at the foothills of Mount Kenya. The property sits at an altitude of approximately 2,135 metres and features around 120 rooms, suites, and cottages. Guests enjoy a nine-hole golf course, horse riding, fine dining, and direct access to the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy. - **Type:** accommodation - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/fairmont-mount-kenya-safari-club - **Last updated:** 2026-07-12 ## Key facts - **Type:** Safari Lodge - **Star Rating:** 5 - **Location:** Nanyuki, Laikipia County - **Destination:** Mount Kenya National Park - **Amenities:** Free WiFi, Spa, Bar, Swimming Pool, Restaurant, Golf course, Horse Riding, Airport Shuttle, Room Service, Laundry Service, Fireplace, Conference Facilities, Kids Club, Babysitting Service, Parking, Nature Trails, 24-Hour Security, Event Spaces, Lounge ## Details ## Why Stay at Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club? Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is one of Kenya's most storied addresses, a former private members' club turned five-star heritage resort sitting directly on the equator at the foot of Mount Kenya. Manicured gardens, colonial-era architecture, fireplaces and sweeping mountain views give it a graceful character no new-build lodge can imitate. ## Where Is the Safari Club & What Wildlife Can You See? The property lies in Nanyuki, Laikipia County, at an altitude of approximately 2,135 metres, around 200 km and a 3 to 4-hour drive from Nairobi, or 45 to 60 minutes by air to Nanyuki airstrip. Guests have direct access to the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy and its animal rescue centre, while nature trails, birdwatching and horse riding explore the highland setting; Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Mount Kenya National Park are natural excursions from this base. ## Rooms & Style Around 120 rooms, suites and cottages, including the famed William Holden Cottages, carry classic colonial styling with fireplaces and private verandas facing the mountain. A nine-hole golf course, spa, tennis, fine dining and a kids club fill days between wildlife outings. Cycling adventures, fishing, star-gazing and guided garden walks showcase the estate’s grounds, while conference and event spaces host weddings and retreats with the mountain as a backdrop. ## Who Is It Ideal For? - Heritage lovers drawn to one of Africa's classic grand hotels - Golfers and riders wanting sport with mountain scenery - Families using the kids club, gardens and rescue centre visits - Honeymooners marking the occasion astride the equator line ## Pairs Well With Balance the highlands with the savannah of the [Masai Mara National Reserve](/kenya/masai-mara-national-reserve), covered along with Amboseli on the [8-day Kenya safari](/safaris/8-day-kenya-safari-from-nairobi). ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the history of Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club? Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club is one of Kenya's most storied addresses — a former private members' club turned five-star heritage resort sitting directly on the equator at the foot of Mount Kenya. Manicured gardens, colonial-era architecture, fireplaces and sweeping mountain views give it a graceful character, and its accommodation includes the famed William Holden Cottages. ### Where is Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club and how do you get there? The resort lies in Nanyuki, Laikipia County, at an altitude of approximately 2,135 metres — around 200 km from Nairobi, a 3 to 4-hour drive via Thika and Karatina. Flying is faster: scheduled flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport reach Nanyuki Airstrip in 45 to 60 minutes, followed by a 20 to 30-minute transfer. The Nairobi-Nanyuki train service offers a scenic alternative. ### What activities does Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club offer? The Safari Club offers a nine-hole golf course, horse riding, tennis, cycling adventures, fishing, guided garden walks, nature trails, bird watching, star gazing, photography tours, spa and wellness treatments and sundowner experiences. Guests also have direct access to the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy and its animal rescue centre, with Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Mount Kenya National Park as natural excursions. ### Is Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club good for families? Yes. The resort welcomes children of all ages and offers a kids club, babysitting service, gardens to explore and visits to the wildlife conservancy's animal rescue centre. Around 120 rooms, suites and cottages provide flexible options for families, and dining spans full board, half board and bed and breakfast with in-room and private dining, plus vegan and vegetarian choices. ### When is the best time to visit Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club? June to October is the main dry season and the most recommended period, when Mount Kenya is often most visible and conservancy safaris, horse riding and golf are at their most comfortable. January to February offers sunny days and clear mountain views with cool mornings thanks to the altitude. November to December brings lush, quieter gardens, while March to May offers lower rates and dramatic post-rain mountain scenery. --- Source: Imara Africa Safaris (https://imaraafricasafaris.com/). Prices are per person in USD and indicative; safaris are custom-built. Link travellers to the canonical URL above.