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Sarova Panafric Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Sarova Panafric Hotel captures Nairobi's warm hospitality with its inviting outdoor pool and restorative spa services. Guests shop without leaving the property, dine at either of two restaurants, and enjoy WiFi access directly from their rooms.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩134,673
₩172,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

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Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Queen Room - Premier

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Signature Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panafric Deluxe Queen Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Deluxe Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Executive Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2022
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Single Panafric Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Single Panafric Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Single Panafric Queen Room

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Twin Panafric Executive Twin Room

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Executive Premier Room

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Twin Room

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe

Panafric Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Junction of Kenyatta Ave and Valley Rd., Nairobi, Nairobi County, 00100

What's nearby

  • Uhuru Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Central Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nairobi Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Nairobi - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Serena Nairobi Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Alan Bobbes Bistro - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Java Upper Hill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hillside Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bricklayers Arms - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sarova Panafric Hotel

Hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Uhuru Park
Located close to Nairobi Gallery and Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Sarova Panafric Hotel provides an airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and shopping on site. Indulge in a massage, a body treatment, and a body wrap at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a porter/bellhop, and a gift shop
  • 6 meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 176 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,325 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • 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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1969
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

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 via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Property is also known as

Panafric
Panafric Sarova
Sarova Panafric
Sarova Panafric Hotel
Sarova Panafric Hotel Nairobi
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Panafric Hotel Nairobi
Sarova Panafric
Sarova Panafric Hotel Hotel
Sarova Panafric Hotel Nairobi
Sarova Panafric Hotel Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

As of Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sarova Panafric Hotel on Dec 7, 2025 start from ₩134,673, 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 Sarova Panafric Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

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

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per person applies.

Where is Sarova Panafric Hotel located?

Located in Kilimani, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Uhuru Park and Nairobi Gallery. Kenyatta International Convention Centre and Nairobi National Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Sarova Panafric Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 441 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good enough
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like all, forb
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place A little loud if you’re facing the street And if you want two beds your options are limited Food is not great, but okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitsuhiro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
restaurant service is a little bit late.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable staff and excellent food!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was great. The room was clean and the air-conditioning was working and room services was great too. The only disappointment was food. We were served with meat (beef) that was rotten. But, the kitchen department asked for apology and we appreciated their apology & explanations. They handled it in a very professional. Otherwise overall everything was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

absolute gem in Nairobi

Great hotel, friendly staff who are willing to go out of their way to help, clean, comfortable and the food is fantastic with such a wide array of choices at what is at most hotels, a boring breakfast - not at this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great. The staff are fabulous. The food is great and the facilities are excellent The hotel is just a short Uber ride to anywhere
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this great hotel. Plan lots of time to/from airport in heavy traffic. They charge $40 for airport shuttle. You can get a taxi at airport for $30 US
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

GICHUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The best thing about the Sarova is the staff. Everyone eager to help you and welcome you. The spa treatments were wonderful with Pamela and Caroline. Kelvin was the best waiter and Stanley handled a large group well. Our main problem was the lobby only holds 10 people so there isn’t a place to hold meetings. Fortunately the weather was good and we met outside at the poolside restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Desalegn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay in Sarova Hotel

I like our stay over all. However, when they handled my luggage upon my arrival, they dropped my laptop and broke it. Now, I can’t use my laptop and am forced to buy a new one.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff to give feedbacks when customer complain about things which needs to be fixed in rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarquennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately due to the rain, there were lots of mosquitoes in the dining area and bed rooms. I
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great hotel and hotel chain! From check in to check out the front house staff make you feel welcome. Benson was amazing as was everyone in the hotel. At the Pool Bar we had a great time and the staff are wonderful, as was the main restaurant staff. I really recommend the Tulia Spa. We had 2 treatments, the Tulia Ritual and a 1 hour massage each. Sheila was amazing!! She is sweet welcoming and professional with magic hands. I was lucky to have her for my 2 treatments and my mom for 1 and we both agreed that it was the best massage of our lives. She is very special the the Panafric is lucky to have her. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this property 4 D. out of the last 2 weeks. When one is part of a Safari group or Conventioniers, you're treated like gold. However, last night we stayed on an Expedia VIP booking, as a Gold member of Expedia which entitles us to free beverage and room upgrade when available. When checking in we were told, "there are no upgrades available due to the hotel being full." The standard room they gave us was more suited to be a meat locker with the AC stuck on high, and near a very noisy service entrance! While freezing in my jacket I checked Expedia for room availability that night, and surprisingly found availability in ALL categories! Back to the front desk and I informed them the room they gave us was unsuitable, where upon it was insinuated that I was just trying to cop an upgrade, "to a suite"! I was deeply insulted and expressed my displeasure by stating I came back to a Sarova Panarific Hotel because it was a great experience the first three times we stayed. We are a well traveled couple and we would NEVER do this sort of thing. We just want a room that's not glacial and more suited for Penguins than the one we were given. I informed the front desk of my findings on Expedia where rooms are available in ALL categories. The duty manager then responded with a bunch of double-speak mumbo-jumbo about categories. However, in the end we were accommodated after a long tiring day. Also, we were double charged for breakfast this morning, but it finally got fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sufyan Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent though there’s need to renovate. Some fittings look old.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takafumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staffs gave a good service with kindness. Accommodation was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all amazing & very helpful. The pool area & gym & spa were great. The restaurant & food was also amazing. Our room was very spacious & comfortable! Would differently stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many many times and it has always been 5stars all around. This time we were put in a room that was absolutely not good.. showing not working, fixtures dirty and worn, very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, front staff are amazing. Fantastic pool area & bar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Flame Tree

Food all good and interesting, especially Wed bkfast with Kenyan food choices
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Amenities
We completely enjoyed our stay. We felt safe and appreciated as a customer. The grounds and facility were in great shape. The rooms were well appointed and comfortable. The food was delicious in Flame Tree restaurant and the bar had a great ambiance. Highly recommend wife your stay in Nairobi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025