Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Hotels
8.6 (780 reviews)
Kenyatta Avenue, Valley Road , Nairobi , ke

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
High spa prices
Pool noise from non-guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Cleanliness was generally positive, but some concerns were raised regarding specific issues.
Service
9.05
Many reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
9.05
The location received positive mentions, particularly for its convenience to various services.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were described as spacious and well-appointed.
Amenities
8.55
Amenities like the pool and restaurant were well-received, though some specific criticisms were noted.
Value for Money
8.25
Value for money was described as fair, but some mentioned prices can be high.
Food and Beverage
8.55
Breakfast offerings were particularly praised.
Overall Experience
8.55
Despite mixed feelings, the overall experience has been positive for most guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 03:37

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in individually decorated air-conditioned rooms at Sarova Panafric Hotel, each equipped with modern amenities for a comfortable stay, including satellite TV and a minibar.

Culinary Delights
Savor delectable meals at the Flame Tree Restaurant and Bar, offering a variety of dining options from English breakfast to à la carte menus. The Pool Garden Restaurant also provides a buffet lunch experience for guests to enjoy.

Relaxation and Convenience
Unwind with a massage at Tulia Wellness Beauty & Therapy or explore the curio shop on-site. Take advantage of the business center services and complimentary Wi-Fi during your stay.

Experience Nairobi's charm with a stay at Sarova Panafric Hotel.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NBO

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 780 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.55
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Sondra family_with_children us
1
Poor experience
Pros:

Beautiful pool

Cons:

The fact that the pool closed at 6pm very early but the staff were nosy and constantly following us around making us uncomfortable. The restaurant front staff are terrible especially the hostesses who cross examines customers about their bills esp breakfast and we ended up paying $3500 unnecessarily for one. Very disappointing!

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Goran solo_traveller ba
10
Pros:

Everything went smoothly, from check-in, to check-out. Breakfast was amazing, staff really polite. Always my number 1 hotel in Nairobi.

Cons:

Nothing to add, short business stay - all requirements fulfilled by hotel.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Olga Maria couple pt
8
Pros:

Conforto

Cons:

Nada a referir

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Anneke solo_traveller za
9
Pros:

The room was spacious and ideal for a work trip. It is also large enough if you travelled with a partner and would accommodate loads of luggage.
The hotel is modern and really lovely

Cons:

No complaints

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Edward family_with_children us
10
My overall experience was great. Kudos to the breakfast team, they were excellent!!
Pros:

Breakfast was great! The location is also good.

Cons:

The shower is horrible. Water from the shower is all over the floor. Very poor design. After the shower you have to put several towels on the floor to keep it dry.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Angela solo_traveller bi
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Kay solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Charlotte solo_traveller us
10
Great option close to NBO
Pros:

Friendly staff, clean well-appointed rooms, great food, outstanding spa! An affordable spa day after a long safari, was perfect!

Cons:

Nothing to note

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Larissa solo_traveller cm
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Ferdinand solo_traveller ke
9
Pros:

The bedding are very comfortable. The staff are very attentif.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Anton couple ch
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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karita couple ke
8
wonderful stay
Pros:

the location is great, close to cbd

Cons:

the room was abit cold

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Alain-Noël couple cd
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Greg couple ca
9
Beautiful secure hotel
Pros:

Very nice hotel, breakfast was the best

Cons:

Construction going on during the day but still enjoyed the pool

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Bartosz solo_traveller pl
6
Cons:

They tried once to charge me for something I already paid and once for something I never ordered or had.....I wasnt even in the hotel at that time luckily.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Thato solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

The facilities, the staff, the food

Cons:

It was far-ish from malls

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller ug
7
Great stay
Pros:

Property has a perfect gym and the lady gym attendant whose name i cant remember was great!!!

Cons:

The restaurant and gym

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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SYAYIPUMA couple cd
10
Fabuleux
Pros:

Emplacement, sécurité et courtoisie du personnel

Cons:

Rien à Signaler

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Sunee extended_group th
6
Pros:

the restaurant services, food, room service, hotel staff

Cons:

no meeting facility.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Catherine solo_traveller gb
9
A very comfortable stay with friendly staff and good facilities
Pros:

Very friendly staff, very comfortable bed and good sound insulation so slept well. Nice swimming pool (although officially opens too late to swim before work). Good breakfast

Cons:

Problem with the hot water one evening/morning but they fixed it quickly. During rainy season the traffic is awful if you need to get to Westlands area

2026-05-03 via Nuitee