Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection

Hotels
Autograph Collection
9.2 (270 reviews)
05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands , Nairobi , ke

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Superb food
Attentive staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Bathroom drainage could be better
Wifi instructions unclear

Categories

Cleanliness
9.26
Very clean and immaculate.
Service
9.73
Superb food and attentive staff throughout the stay.
Location
9.27
Convenient location just across the street from a shopping mall.
Room Quality
8.72
Comfortable room with some issues like drainage.
Amenities
8.75
Executive lounge access provides great value.
Value for Money
9.21
Great value and quality, especially with 24hr room service.
Food and Beverage
9.26
Excellent breakfast and dining options.
Overall Experience
9.43
Lovely hotel stay with impeccable service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:33

Property Description

Luxury Hotel in Nairobi’s Vibrant District

Multi-Cuisine Dining and Rooftop Pool Bar
Indulge in a culinary journey at our multi-cuisine buffet restaurant and unwind at the rooftop pool bar while enjoying panoramic views of the city.

Elegant Event Venues and High-End Accommodations
Host your meetings and functions in style at our versatile event venues. Choose from a variety of room types including suites, presidential suite, and executive lounge with concierge services.

Certified Safe and Connected
Rest assured with the highest level of ‘Safe Hotels’ certification. Stay connected with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in all guestrooms, public areas, and meeting venues.

Book now to experience unparalleled luxury and convenience at Sankara Hotel Nairobi.

Important information:

Please note the rooftop pool is currently under renovation until September 2019.Please inform 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: NBO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for US$75 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 270 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.26
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.21
Food and Beverage: 9.26
Overall Experience: 9.43
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2chinenyee Couples
10
Had a good time
Pros:

Jane was very pleasant and is so cheerful. Loved her service.

2026-02-11 via Tripadvisor
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sakibe2022 Couples
10
Awesome
Pros:

Professional and friendly service and the staff was exceedingly helpful in addressing our unique needs. Amazing experience.

2026-02-09 via Tripadvisor
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lisadO6923DG Business
10
Just wonderful
Pros:

Absolutely outstanding
From the staff to the beautiful rooms, exceptional food and wonderful hospitality I had the most amazing stay

2026-02-08 via Tripadvisor
9
946aissatoum Solo travel
8
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent business hôtel with high quality service and genuinely professional team
The food is also super good as well

2026-02-06 via Tripadvisor
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georgedP4949HO Business Maryville, Tennessee
10
Staff Review
Pros:

Great and attentive staff especially Edith from the Executive Lounge and Sven from the restaurant. Both quickly learned my name and provided excellent service

2026-02-05 via Tripadvisor
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F5456WWmyriama Business
8
Pleasant Stay at Sankara Nairobi
Pros:

I really appreciate the location of the hotel, the comfort and cleanliness of the room, the staff friendliness specially the breakfast team !

2026-02-05 via Tripadvisor
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Traveler68643 Business
10
All thanks to the Sankara team.
Pros:

I have been staying at your establishment since July 2025. I feel at home at the Sankara and I have come to know so many employees. The management team at the Sankara should be proud of all under their management and people like Edith, Sven and Philip goes the extra mile to make my stay very comfortable. What a team and what a bunch of friendly people.

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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Charlie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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phionahb2026 Couples
10
Five stars well deserved!
Pros:

Absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, the energy, service and ambiance was top-tier. The staff were incredibly especially our guide Edith Valentine who made everything feel effortless, exciting and perfectly planned. She was knowledgeable, friendly, attentive and genuinely cared about making sure we had the best time possible. The food was amazing and the facilities were pure luxury. I laughed, relaxed and genuinely had the most fun I’ve had in a long time. This place knows how to mix comfort with good vibes. Can’t wait to come back!

2026-01-25 via Tripadvisor
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michael extended_group gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

Cld be better with more options

Cons:

More food

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Georgeowuor Friends getaway
10
Great food meets even greater service
Pros:

This was a great experience. The food was superb both the meat and the fish. What really gave it the edge- THE FANTASTIC SERVICE. Kuddos to Pauline muthama and Humphrey Omengo were truly exceptional.

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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C7703SLrobink Friends getaway
10
Terrific service, lovely property
Pros:

Amazing experience. The property is lovely and well maintained. The location is very nice. The best part of my stay was the incomparable service. Everyone- especially Georgia, Catherine & Sharon- could not do enough. Nothing seemed too great to ask. Georgia, in particular, worked hard to help return something I lost on my trip from the airport.

Thank you to everyone at this hotel

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
M
marcooledan Business
10
Best hotel staff ever!!!
Pros:

This is my second time returning to this on Cara hotel. Again it has always been a great trip. What makes it even more relaxing stay as the hospitable team of hosts and staff that make your stay feel comfortable and enjoyable. A special shout out to front desk host, Philip, for his always helpful attitude with a smile, my dedicated room attendant Nick for always tidying up my room and replenishing, coffee and tea. And another shout out to the Jim manager Joseph for his awesome anttitude and help with managing the gym facility. You couple this with the great amenities and delicious food. You couldn’t ask for anything more.

2026-01-15 via Tripadvisor
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Nb12345nb Couples
10
An upscale urban oasis
Pros:

This urbane oasis in the midst of thumping Westlands was a wonderful experience. The staff went out of their way to welcome us, from the warm cup of dawa they served us at check-in to the smiling service they gave us at the rooftop eatery to the gift of the "Sankara Six" they surprised us with when we were checking out. The breakfast buffet was luxurious--we had more varieties of jam and fruit than I knew existed, not to mention everything on offer from eggs to samosas to wimbi porridge. The sauna was a treat! Our room was clean and comfortable and very well-kept with an almost wall-sized view of the city. It's also conveniently located right opposite Art Caffe and Sarit shoppng center.

2026-01-11 via Tripadvisor
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ferdinandk2025 Couples
10
All together a perfect package !
Pros:

A luxury Hotel in the heart of Nairobi . The very good breakfast was served at the rooftop bar. The staff was very friendly ! We had a big and luxury Junior Suite.

Ferdinand, Austria

2026-01-11 via Tripadvisor
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Kakuko extended_group ke
10
Superb food and Kenyan hospitality at its best.
Pros:

From arrival to departure, we were well looked after by very attentive staff. The location is convenient, just across the street from a shopping mall. Breakfast was excellent, with a great variety and a good selection of pastries, all freshly made and carefully displayed, making the best use of a relatively small space. We had a room with executive lounge access, which was worth it because food on order and drink selection during the happy hours are great value and quality. The hotel has 24hr (1!) room service with food of dining-in quality. Graze Steakhouse located within the hotel premises is a must to dine in. They use all locally sourced ingredients – meats from Laikipia county of Kenya – with side dishes and desserts to die for.

Cons:

wifi connection instruction was not very clear at arrival, even though I managed to figure out on our own

2026-01-03 via Nuitee
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Nisha solo_traveller gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Hotel location is great, staff are amazing and overall a good experience. Having lived some 40 yrs in Kenya and then emigrated, the lounge access was perfect for me to invite my friends to catch up.

2025-12-30 via Nuitee
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Global02543975131 Couples
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing. Best shakshuka I’ve ever had. All staff were very friendly & fabulous service. Clean rooms with comfy bed.

2025-12-26 via Tripadvisor
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nyakaj Solo travel
10
Excellent service
Pros:

Wonderful views of the town's hustle and bustle with a top notch lounging terrace. The food 🤏

Extraordinary service from Jane...

2025-12-17 via Tripadvisor
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rothao Solo travel
10
Sarabi sankara
Pros:

Had a wonderful time, Emanuel was very pleasant and welcoming, he was also very quick to serve. The vybe was great and the drink was okay. The arrowroot crisps on the side was delicious, i didnt expect that.

2025-12-16 via Tripadvisor