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The Sarova Stanley

5.0 star property
Luxury Nairobi hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention center

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Exterior
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Lobby
43-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV
VIP Access

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • 9 meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $176
includes taxes & fees
$151 per night
Dec 27 - Dec 28

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Stanley Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Heritage Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Stanley Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Stanley Club Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stanley Premium Club Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Stanley Club Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St., Nairobi, 00100

What's nearby

  • City Square - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Nairobi - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Uhuru Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nairobi National Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 14 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 26 min drive
  • Syokimau Station - 24 min drive
  • Nairobi Station - 26 min drive
  • Lukenya (Kitengela) Station - 27 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai-Chi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Java House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Azuri Cafe n resturant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Pronto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pepino's Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Sarova Stanley

The Sarova Stanley is just 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Pool Deck Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 212 rooms
  • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer to the property via required shuttle and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured onsite self parking
  • Free secured onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2443 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1902
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Designer stores on site
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Tulia Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Pool Deck Restaurant - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Thai Chi Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Thai cuisine. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Thorn Tree Cafe - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
The Exchange Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 20 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sarova Stanley
Sarova Stanley Hotel
Sarova Stanley Hotel Nairobi
Sarova Stanley Nairobi
Stanley Sarova
The Sarova Stanley Hotel
The Sarova Stanley Nairobi
The Sarova Stanley Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sarova Stanley offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Sarova Stanley does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Sarova Stanley?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Sarova Stanley?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Sarova Stanley?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Sarova Stanley?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sarova Stanley?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at The Sarova Stanley?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Sarova Stanley and nearby?
The Sarova Stanley has 2 bars and a spa, as well as an outdoor pool and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near The Sarova Stanley?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Thai cuisine, pool views, and poolside dining.
Does The Sarova Stanley have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around The Sarova Stanley like?
The Sarova Stanley is in Nairobi Central, a short 9-minute walk from Kenyatta International Convention Centre and 9 minutes' walk from University of Nairobi.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Per, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay
Best hotel in Nairobi
Atef, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay
Lovely stay as usual at the best hotel in town
Atef, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Sarova
Best Hotel in Nairobi, amazing management and very welcoming staff
Atef, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing! Great service, food, people, amenities
Angelica, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 7-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great ambience!
Great hotel in Nairobi. Much better placed for business travel than leisure.
Arindam, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Property is very traditional, some would say dated. It was clean and comfortable. Bed was a little hard for my liking. Staff and service as good. Centrally located, many shops and market for souvenirs just outside. Lastly, food is pricy but good.
Rose, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amit, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amit, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Abhishek, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love the hotel itsel, customer service and breakfast buffet! Excellent hotel!
Myrna, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Todd, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Marion, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff provided a high level of customer service. The rooms were very clean. Loved the property
Judith, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are very friendly
Thomas, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient location and walkable
Prexedies, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Sunil, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The hotel is nice and well maintained. The area is ok. The prices for restaurants and other activities are expensive
Juan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Arindam, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kimani, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is helpful, courteous; and always has time to chat, help, laugh, give advice about the city, or anything else. They took care of us in a way I’ve never experienced before. Never!!
Kimani, 4-night trip with friends
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