Name: Sankara Nairobi
Address: 05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands, 00606 Nairobi, Kenya, 05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands, 00606, Kenya
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $220 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.7

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Hotel Sankara Nairobi

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05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands, 00606 Nairobi, Kenya –

*7.8* The Sarit Centre: only 2 minutes away! (400 feet by foot)

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Nt, United Kingdom

Top hotel in a good location for night life. Staff all very helpful and friendly, I would definitely recommend to stay in the future

Simon, United Kingdom

Very nice hospitable hotel that is well run and comfortable with plenty of facilities for relaxation.

Mahendra, United States of America

The room, TV, and the whole comfort, and easy access to the Malls in Westlands.

Edward, South Sudan

The service, safety and security services provided by the hotel.

Gkloken, United States of America

The bed is super comfortable and the staff are really nice.

Amma, Ghana

The room was clean and lovely. The staff went out of their way to be very helpful.

Susan, United States of America

#Everything was exceptional even the finest details it was a great pleasure to stay there. :)

Gkloken, United States of America

Staff were the stars of the show. Excellent service and friendliness!

Nicolaas, Mauritius

Excellent restaurants in the hotel. The gym is great.

Nicklas, Sweden

9.0

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What guests loved the most:
“Location, general facilities, overall friendliness of staff”

Nt United Kingdom
“Top hotel in a good location for night life. Staff all very helpful and friendly, I would definitely recommend to stay in the future”

Simon United Kingdom
“Very nice hospitable hotel that is well run and comfortable with plenty of facilities for relaxation.”

Mahendra United States of America
“The room, TV, and the whole comfort, and easy access to the Malls in Westlands.”

Edward South Sudan
“The service, safety and security services provided by the hotel.”

Gkloken United States of America
“The bed is super comfortable and the staff are really nice.”

Amma Ghana
“The room was clean and lovely. The staff went out of their way to be very helpful.”

Susan United States of America
“#Everything was exceptional even the finest details it was a great pleasure to stay there. :)”

Gkloken United States of America
“Staff were the stars of the show. Excellent service and friendliness!”

Nicolaas Mauritius
“Excellent restaurants in the hotel. The gym is great.”

Nicklas Sweden

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Sankara Nairobi

One of our top picks in Nairobi.Located near downtown Nairobi, Sankara Nairobi features 5 star facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, a gym, a Spa and Wellness Center and several restaurants serving international cuisine.

The spacious, air-conditioned rooms all feature elegant, contemporary décor, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms come with bath and shower.

Guests at the Sankara can relax in the sauna or the Turkish/steam baths, or enjoy the hotel’s evening entertainment. The restaurants Artisan, Graze, The Gallery, and Sarabi pool & Supper Club offer fine dining and drinking.

The hotel is located 3.1 mi from Nairobi central business district and just 1.2 mi from the National Museum of Kenya. Wilson Airport is 9.9 mi from the hotel and Jomo Kenyatta Airport is 12 mi away. Nairobi National Park is 19 mi away.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Nairobi! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Airport shuttle

Free WiFi

Swimming pool

Fitness center

Free parking

Restaurant

Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.6 for two-person stays.

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Guests Love...

“rooftop pool”
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“friendly staff”
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“room service”
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“boutique style”

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was rated highly for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free private parking available at hotel

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Hotel surroundings –

Closest Landmarks

The Sarit Centre
0.1 miles
Kipro Centre
0.2 miles
Kumbu Kumbu Art Gallery
0.3 miles
Westgate Shopping Mall
0.4 miles
Kazuri Beads Factory
0.4 miles
Peponi Plaza
0.4 miles
Eden Square Office Block
0.5 miles
Heritage Hotels Limited
0.5 miles
Habitat for Humanity Kenya
0.6 miles
Spring Valley Shopping Centre
0.9 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Fogo Gaucho Restaurant
0.6 miles
Artcaffe Cafe/Bar
0.6 miles
Westgate Supermarket
0.6 miles
Seven Seas Restaurant
1.2 miles
Maasai Market Market
3.1 miles
Sarit Center Supermarket
0.1 miles
The Mall Westlands Supermarket
0.1 miles
Blu Bristo Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
Westlands Market Market
0.2 miles
Mediterraneo Restaurant
0.2 miles

Natural Beauty

Nairobi River River
6.3 miles
Athi River River
19.8 miles

Closest Airports

Wilson Airport
4.1 miles
Jomo Kenyatta Airport
9.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The rooms are comfortable, smaller than expected but clean, comfortable and the 6th floor has a great view. The staff are friendly and helpful and there is a lo...”

Staycationer

Kenya

9.1

“The room, TV, and the whole comfort, and easy access to the Malls in Westlands.”

Edward

South Sudan

7.9

“rooftop pool and lounge area is nice, location is good with a shopping center nearby”

Walter

Switzerland

7.9

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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant

Food: African, American, Caribbean, British, Seafood, Steakhouse, Local, International, European

Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktail hour

Menu: Buffet & À La Carte

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

One child under 12 years is charged USD 30 per night when using existing beds.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge in a crib.

All children under 12 years are charged USD 30 per night for extra beds.

Any additional older children or adults are charged USD 75 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Sankara Nairobi accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that part of the hotel rooms are undergoing renovation till May 2018.

Please inform Sankara Nairobi of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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Newest Reviews for Sankara Nairobi

Reviewed: November 9, 2018

Nt
United Kingdom
7.1

“Convenient location at a cost”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Graze restaurant, cost, some staff training needed
Location, general facilities, overall friendliness of staff

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 30, 2018

Simon Journeyman
United Kingdom
Age group: 55 – 64
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bigger swimming pool. Finish the decoration upgrade.
Top hotel in a good location for night life. Staff all very helpful and friendly, I would definitely recommend to stay in the future

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 30, 2018

Anonymous
Jordan
Age group: 45 – 54
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 30, 2018

Dacha
South Sudan
7.5

“It was very frustrating waiting for one hour at the reception for my Booking.com confirmation”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
DSTV
The Nyamazone was excellent

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 18, 2018

Bhee
Nigeria
4.2

Disappointing
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Stayed at Sankara last year for a week and had a lovely experience. However year we went back were met by a rude guy at the front desk who I believe profiled my partner as soon as he saw his passport. It was even more upsetting how his supervisor did nothing about when we complained. We checked out after one night and moved to Kempinski who btw are super professional and accommodating.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: August 31, 2018

Anonymous
Kenya
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hotel room is just ordinary, not much wow factor
I liked the decor in the bathroom

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 30, 2018

Mahendra
United States of America
9.2

“Fantastic”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Pricey
Very nice hospitable hotel that is well run and comfortable with plenty of facilities for relaxation.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 26, 2018

Jonas
Philippines
7.5

“Too expensive for the value”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 15, 2018

Edward
South Sudan
7.9

“Comfy Hotel and Rooms, but unless your a businessman, they are not interested in you.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The barman and waiters in the wine bar were only bothered about obnoxious business men, showing off and we had to wait for a pre dinner drink for over 20 mins, and then the service was rude. On top of that although I asked to add the extras to my bill/credit card, they argued upon me signing for drinks and dinner and demanded cash although I said I would pay when checking out - They would NOT do that to business men, but instead they pick on and belittle honest hard working humanitarians off the back of a Mara safari, very rude. Then dinner was also interrupted for the same reason and the receptionist was rude and the restaurant maître d'hôtel was very rude albeit we had reservations, she just ignored us and on letting us into the Grill House, just left us standing there, and it was only a nice Male restaurant that took care of my partner who looked after us eventually. If you a fake businessman fine, go and enjoy but not worth $200 a meal.
The room, TV, and the whole comfort, and easy access to the Malls in Westlands.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 15, 2018

Gkloken
United States of America
Age group: 65+

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Twin
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too much construction all around becomimg less safe to walk even to the shopping centre.
The service, safety and security services provided by the hotel.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 13, 2018

Martina
United Kingdom
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
An absolutely fabulous hotel!

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 10, 2018

Anonymous
United States of America
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I have no complaints
This hotel was excellent, definitely 5 star and was eqivalent to the W Hotel.The service, accommodations,and staff was excellent!

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 8, 2018

Ehab
Egypt
7.9

“Make a space in the reception as waiting area”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No space at the reception to seat waiting for any one or to have drink with any one
Room is well organized

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 6, 2018

Amma
Ghana
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The bed is super comfortable and the staff are really nice.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 2, 2018

Susan
United States of America
9.6

“I had a great time here and felt very safe.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean and lovely. The staff went out of their way to be very helpful.

Stayed in July 2018

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	Superior King Room 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room features contemporary décor with neutral tones, a flat-screen TV and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The open-plan private bathroom includes a bathtub and shower. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • View • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Junior Suite 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This spacious suite features elegant contemporary décor with warm, neutral tones. It has a private sitting area, a flat-screen TV and panoramic views of the city. The private bathroom includes a free standing bath and a shower. The suite comes with Executive Lounge access and butler services. One extra single bed is available in this room. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and room category, and may be lower than indicated in the policies. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • Soundproof • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Executive Lounge Access • Wardrobe or closet • City view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Superior Twin Room 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This twin room features air conditioning, electric kettle and minibar. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Carpeted • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • View • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Room 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This double room is soundproof and includes a flat-screen TV and mini-bar. The private bathroom has a bath and shower. The room includes access to the Executive lounge. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Desk • Ironing facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • View • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Executive Lounge Access • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Toilet paper Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Executive Twin 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This twin room has a executive lounge access, electric kettle and soundproofing. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Bathrobe • Desk • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Carpeted • Interconnecting room(s) available • Flat-screen TV • Soundproof • View • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Executive Lounge Access • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by elevator Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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