Sarova Panafric Hotel

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

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Poolside bar
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Studio Suite | Balcony view
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Aerobics facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Junction of Kenyatta Ave and Valley Rd., Nairobi, Nairobi County, 00100
  • Place, Uhuru Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nairobi Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenyatta International Convention Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Room options

Studio Suite

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Queen Room - Premier

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Suite

  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panafric Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panafric Deluxe Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Queen Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Panafric Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panafric Twin Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panafric Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Panafric Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Panafric Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

Panafric Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Panafric Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Panafric Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Panafric Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Panafric Executive Premier Room

  • Sleeps 2

Panafric Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Panafric Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Located in Kilimani, Sarova Panafric Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Uhuru Park and Nairobi Gallery. This 176-room hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Uhuru Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nairobi Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Nairobi - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ‪Bricklayers Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Java Upper Hill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Maghreb (Serena) - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sarova Panafric Hotel

Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
At Sarova Panafric Hotel, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 30 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries, and memory foam beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Electric kettles, safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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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
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

Sarova Panafric Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jan 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sarova Panafric Hotel on Jan 11, 2026 start from $127.35, 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.

What can I see within easy reach of Sarova Panafric Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Kilimani within a 10-minute walk of Uhuru Park and Central Park. You'll also find City Market and City Hall less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, aromatherapy, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Sarova Panafric Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Sarova Panafric Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Sarova Panafric Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sarova Panafric Hotel.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Sarova Panafric Hotel?

The closest major airport to Sarova Panafric Hotel is Nairobi (WIL-Wilson), which is 3.2 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), which is located 11 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sarova Panafric Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Sarova Panafric Hotel.

Sarova Panafric Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 449 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 449 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 449 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 449 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 449 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

George and Jeanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

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

8/10 Good

christine

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

RANGA, PALMETTO BAY

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOE

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Florence

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Duncan

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

Yonathan

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaki

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

Great Hotel with Great Staff

I had an amazing stay here. The staff were top notch and extremely helpful during our entire stay. I had a few issues with my initial room that I was given at check in, and when I brought them up to the onsite manager, he quickly went out of his way to change my room. ALL of the staff I interacted with were fantastic. From the front desk, to the restaurant staff, to housekeeping, everyone went above and beyond. The rooms were great and very comfortable. Even the room I changed from was great. The main issue I had was with the balcony door. It had a large gap that could let bugs inside. Because I could not get the yellow fever vaccine, I was terrifed of mosquitos coming in. As I stated earlier, the manager changed our room without any issue and the new room was perfect. I would reccommend this hotel to anyone going to Nairobi.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

zohrab

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

zohrab

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great gym and excellent breakfast buffet! The staff are very courteous and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very customer oriented. Martyne from Canada
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025