The Sarova Stanley

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants connected to the convention center in Nairobi
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The Sarova Stanley

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Heritage Suite | City view
Lobby
Bathroom sink

Overview of The Sarova Stanley

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Corner of Kenyatta Ave. and Kimathi St., Nairobi, 00100
  • Popular LocationCity Market6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCity Square7 min walk
  • Popular LocationSyokimau Station24 min drive
  • AirportNairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)26 min drive

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Room options

Stanley Queen Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Heritage Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Stanley Club Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stanley Club Twin Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Stanley Premium

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stanley Twin Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Nairobi

Located in Nairobi Central neighborhood, The Sarova Stanley is connected to a shopping center. Kenya Railway Golf Club and Royal Nairobi Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit American Embassy Memorial Garden and Nairobi Railway Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nairobi City Stadium or Nyayo National Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • City Market - 6 min walk
  • City Square - 7 min walk
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 9 min walk
  • University of Nairobi - 9 min walk
  • Yaya Centre - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 24 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Java House - 2 min walk
  • Azuri Cafe n resturant - 1 min walk
  • Cafe Haze - 2 min walk
  • Art Caffe - Westminster - 2 min walk
  • Steers Wabera Street - 3 min walk

About this property

The Sarova Stanley

Luxury historic hotel located in Nairobi Central
Take advantage of a poolside bar, designer stores on site, and a coffee shop/cafe at The Sarova Stanley. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial, and a body treatment at Tulia Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 onsite restaurants, which feature Thai cuisine and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an elevator, and a ballroom
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 212 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pool Deck Restaurant
  • Thai Chi Restaurant
  • The Exchange Bar
  • Thorn Tree Cafe

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,443 square feet of conference space
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1902
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 43-inch Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sarova Stanley have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sarova Stanley?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sarova Stanley on Mar 23, 2024 start from CA $186.13, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Sarova Stanley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sarova Stanley?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sarova Stanley?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Sarova Stanley?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Sarova Stanley provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per person applies.

Where is The Sarova Stanley located?

Located in Nairobi Central, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of American Embassy Memorial Garden and Tom Mboya Statue. National Archives and Jeevanjee Gardens are also within 10 minutes.

The Sarova Stanley Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 584 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 584 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 584 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 584 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 584 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ive already answered these
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, EXETER

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place to stay if you're downtown Nairobi. Very central to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saadia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel - very clean and lived up to the 5 star name. The room was very spacious. The staff were very helpful in helping exchange money (Sara) and helping us buy our train tickets (Steve). Definitely would recommend! Thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Staff & service
great service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ellen, boynton beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought every staff member I met was friendly and helpful; always greeting me with a smile. My room was spacious and the beds were comfortable. The bathroom needs upgrading but all amenities were provided. The pool area is lovely and inviting. The gym also needs upgrading and is a bit cramped. The building itself is charming. Hotel is located in downtown which is quite busy and noisy but not where the tourist attractions are located but Ubers are readily .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adedamola

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Very beautiful, homely and spacious hotel. Excellent service too. Emily checked us in and she was very cordial and hospitable. I would surely be back and hope Emily would be on duty when I check in again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Nairobi icon is a true gem ! A wonderful hotel with an amazing history. A remarkable staff, extremely warm and welcoming. We will highly recommend the Stanley to family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing, very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Onsite Restaurant/Bar
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
5.0