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Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection

★★★★★ 05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands, Nairobi, KE

9.2 guest rating· 381 reviews

The five stars

Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Fitness facilities, Fitness center, Swimming pool, Room service and Terrace.

Guests score it 9.2/10 across 381 reviews.

About this hotel

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.

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Rooms & rates

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed

Sleeps 2 · 34 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed

Sleeps 2 · 34 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

Sleeps 3 · 44 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · 34 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Superior, Guest room, 1 King, City view

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Superior, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), City view

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Executive, Concierge level, Guest room, 1 King, City view

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sankara Executive Room, Executive lounge access, 1 King

Sleeps 2 · 34 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Junior Suite, Executive lounge access, Junior Suite, 1 King

Sleeps 3 · 44 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Executive, Concierge level, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Heated pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Rooftop pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Sauna
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
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  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Business center
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Evening entertainment
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Packed lunches
  • Personal trainer
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Steam room
  • Strollers
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands, Nairobi, KE

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.2381 reviews

+ Superb food+ Attentive staff+ Convenient locationBathroom drainage could be betterWifi instructions unclear
Cleanliness9.3
Service9.7
Location9.3
Room Quality8.7
Amenities8.8
Value for Money9.2

Guest review

8.0

The safe in the room did not have batteries and there was no creamer for the coffee.

Lisa · US · 2026-07-21

Surprise gem with excellent services

10.0

Excellent but expensive breakfast buffet. Rooms were spacious and beautifully appointed.

I felt the location was sketchy but that might just be the norm for Nairobi.

Tom · US · 2026-07-20

A lovely birthday dinner

10.0

Great service, good food (great dessert) and overall great experience

Gorajia1 · 2026-07-18

Great food

10.0

Extremely beautiful ambiance on the 7th floor. Very great food courtesy of chef Rose. Exemplary service by Bruno and Ruth. They were amazing.....I highly recommend and shall revisit

hildaht · 2026-07-18

Must GO

10.0

Top Hotel This is the place to stay in Nairobi. When you travel a lot there is as normal room to improve, and the team here is keen to take this to a higher level. Very good steak restaurant Must GO

L5071XEhenriks · 2026-07-18

Amazing customer service good food .. Leonard was very hospitable

10.0

Amazing customer service . Had a lovely meal and wine was good .. at the rooftop bar. Leonard was a good friendly and respectful waiter had a great time

amandarD4995AT · 2026-07-18

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

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.