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Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

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In the heart of Nairobi Central, The Sarova Stanley offers a luxurious retreat. Indulge in Thai cuisine at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, unwind with a body scrub at Tulia Spa, or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With designer stores and free WiFi, this historic hotel is perfect for relaxation and connection.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

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 current price is $128
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20

Why we love this property

Work meets leisure
Located in the city center, this hotel offers a business center with meeting rooms. Guests can unwind at the spa with massages and sauna after work.
Deep sleep essentials
Pampered nights await with hypo-allergenic bedding, premium linens, and plush bathrobes. Blackout drapes ensure uninterrupted slumber after turndown service.

Room options

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2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Stanley Club Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Stanley Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Stanley Club Twin Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Stanley Premium Club Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Heritage Suite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Stanley Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • City Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • City Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Uhuru Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Nairobi - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 14 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 26 min drive
  • Syokimau Station - 25 min drive
  • Nairobi Station - 25 min drive
  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 25 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai-Chi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azuri Cafe n resturant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Art Caffe - Westminster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blueberry - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi is just 3.2 mi (5.2 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 212 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
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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
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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 at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

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

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

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

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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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 50 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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 Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi 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 Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

Yes, there's free valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

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 Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

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 Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Lucky 8 Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi and nearby?

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi has 2 bars and a spa, as well as an outdoor pool and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Thai cuisine, pool views, and poolside dining.

Does Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi like?

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi is in Nairobi Central, a short 7-minute walk from City Market and 9 minutes' walk from Kenyatta International Convention Centre.

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Reviews

Sarova Stanley Hotel, Nairobi Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet offered a great variety of food, fresh juices, and fruits, with many reviewers praising its quality and local dishes. (16 reviews)
  • The heated pool was a lovely and inviting amenity that guests thoroughly enjoyed. (5 reviews)
  • The spa offered fantastic massages and exceptional service from friendly and attentive staff. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

I was a great pleasure to stay at the Stanley. The hotel had all we needed, including an amazing history and awesome staff. The place to stay in Nairobi!!
Søren, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hospitality and service was great. Extra thanks to Emily in the Club lounge!!
Marcus, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff, room was clean and beautiful
Ronny, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly helpful and provided me an extremely safe and enjoyable stay. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are large and spotlessly clean. Probably the best hotel I’ve ever stayed at and I’ve traveled the world .
Christopher, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service with nice amenities and restaurants.
ANIL, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very pleasant and helpful. The restaurants were excellent.
david andre, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel with attentive and friendly staff.
Melanie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable room, excellent service
ANIL, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spacious and very comfortable. Staff is amazing! Everyone is so hospitable and from Patricia who waited nearly two hours to collect us from the airport after very long queues at immigration and customs to the concierge Joseph helped us organize an excellent driver and happily answered our many questions. They and all the other staff made our stay outstanding. Already looking forward to booking again.
Vivian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Haven of quiet, comfort, elegance and kindness amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown Nairobi: The Sarova Stanley is an amazing hotel. It is a beautiful building, immaculately maintained, thoroughly modern, yet with the feel of a world-class, historic hotel. The Thai Chi restaurant is exceptional for the quality of the food and the ambience, and the breakfast buffet, especially featuring local dishes on Friday mornings, is wonderful. The best part though is the hotel staff: warm and welcoming Hospitality Professionals, knowledgeable about their mission, proud of what they do, and determined to provide an excellent level of customer service and experience. I recommend this special place unconditionally - and plan to return!
Yossi, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely welcome and the staff in their Red uniforms very authentic. Easy from airport.
Paula, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Fantastic staff, very attentive and helpful.
Pilar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Excellent hotel. Centrally located. Fabulous restaurants.
Natalie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location
Rose Mwaka, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely stay - beautiful old colonial hotel. Pool snacks samosas & chicken. Very central can walk to KICC and Masai Market. Maxwell & Emily spoilt us in our club with drinks & snack. Highly recommended.
Jo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Old world charm and character with modern conveniences and incredibly caring staff.
Ira H, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Older, beautiful hotel with a lot of character and charm had everything that you wanted. The staff was friendly, accommodating, and helpful. Couldn’t ask for a better people I would definitely stay in this hotel again.
michael, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A nice hotel

This is a high quality hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly. We liked our stay.
Boris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was warm and friendly, the rooms were clean and comfortable. Charming 125 year old hotel with a lot of history. The breakfasts were spectacular, plan on getting that added.
Daniel, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Excellent food
Loretta Dale, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff here are excellent. Very welcoming and friendly
Bruce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic hotel; wonderful staff; highly recommend
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice swimming pool still can be used after checked out which was really helpful to wait.
Yadav, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely historic hotel in the centre of Nairobi. We had a club room which gave us access to the 1902 Lounge. The service from the hotel staff was excellent and we had a great history tour of the hotel from Maxwell, who was very knowledgeable. It was a very memorable stay.
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay, friendly staff
tabytha, 6-night trip