Sarova Stanley

Nairobi , , Corner Of Kimathi Street And Kenyatta Avenue (Show on Map)


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Info Opened in 1902, Sarova Stanley is one of the first luxury hotels in Nairobi, maintaining a 5 star status today. This property is great for hosting conferences, enjoying a honeymoon, or having a culinary experience at one of their restaurants. Enjoy the antique yet luxurious charm of Sarova Stanley.
Summary of reviewsSarova Stanley is a luxurious and historic hotel located in the heart of Nairobi, making it the perfect choice for both business and leisure travelers. Guests rave about the hotel's exceptional location, which is close to major tourist sites and restaurants. The breakfast is described as fantastic, incredible and exceptional with a great variety of food available and friendly staff. The rooms are spacious and well-furnished, although some guests found them slightly dated. The hotel is generally clean and hygienic with a few isolated incidents of dirty rooms and bathrooms. The staff is exceptional with guests praising them for their helpfulness, efficiency and courteousness. The pool is clean and enjoyable and the hotel's central location allows guests to enjoy the vibrant nightlife scene in the area. The beds are extremely comfortable and the hotel's old-world charm and charisma add to the overall ambience. Although the wifi may not be perfect, it's still possible to stay connected during your stay. The hotel is well-regarded as a great spot for work and play with top-notch amenities and excellent customer service. Overall, Sarova Stanley is a magnificent hotel with exceptional facilities and services, providing guests with an upper-class stay.
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The in-house Thorn Tree Café has been popular among travellers for decades. Ernest Hemingway frequented in the café and restaurant from 1933 and 1934. It is in the café where he wrote some of his books. Winston Churchill was also a visitor once in 1907, a conference room was named after him. The hotel launched in 1902. It was the first luxury hotel in Nairobi, graced by world leaders, authors and international celebrities. Today, it retains its original character and aesthetic while providing modern comforts to guests.

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Room Types
Stanley Room Overlooking Nairobi, this spacious room is elegantly decorated in classic style. It has a seating area with armchairs, and includes a TV with satellite channels, minibar, and safe. Its en-suite bathroom is equipped with bath and shower, and comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Stanley Club Room With access to the exclusive 1902 Club Lounge and overlooking Nairobi, this large room is elegantly decorated in classic style. It has a seating area with armchairs, and includes a 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and DVD player. Its en-suite bathroom is equipped with bath and shower, and comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. This room cannot accommodate extra beds, only baby cots.

Stanley Premium Club Room With access to the exclusive 1902 Club Lounge and overlooking Nairobi or the hotel’s atrium, this large suite is elegantly decorated with classic style furniture and carpeted floors. It has a separate living room with dining area, sofas and armchairs, and includes an additional toilette for visitors. The separate bedroom comes with a 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and DVD player, while its en-suite comes with free toiletries, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. This suite cannot accommodate extra beds, only baby cots.

Heritage Suite Overlooking Nairobi’s city centre, this extra-large suite is elegantly decorated with classic style furniture and carpeted floors. It has an open plan living room with dining area, sofas and armchairs, and includes an additional toilette for visitors. The separate bedroom comes with a 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and DVD player, while its luxurious en-suite features a spa bath and separate shower. Guests will be received with a welcome basket including fresh fruit, flowers, cookies, and chocolates. This suite cannot accommodate extra beds, only baby cots.

Stanley Twin Room Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

Stanley Club Twin Room Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Guest Reviews
8.3
Very Good
Location
Sarova Stanley is a centrally located hotel perfect for both business and leisure in Nairobi. Guests rave about the hotel's prime position in the heart of the Central Business District, as well as its proximity to major tourist sites and restaurants. While it can be a bit noisy due to its bustling location, guests have never found it to be a major issue. Overall, the hotel's exceptional location makes it a great choice for anyone looking to explore everything Nairobi has to offer.

Breakfast
Guest reviews of the breakfast at Sarova Stanley are overwhelmingly positive. The breakfast offerings are varied and delicious with guests enjoying different options like fruits, bacon and real coconut juice. There is a very good variety of food available and the staff is warm and friendly. The legendary Thorn-Tree café also serves very good food. The breakfast is abundant and plentiful with multiple dining opportunities and guests rave about the excellent food and the choice of dishes. Overall, the breakfast at Sarova Stanley is described as fantastic, incredible and exceptional - definitely worth waking up for!

Rooms
Sarova Stanley in Nairobi offers spacious and well-furnished rooms that are both comfortable and clean. Although some guests found the rooms to be slightly dated, they still enjoyed the lovely antique feel and classic interior of the hotel. The carpets in the rooms were old and needed updating and some bathrooms required renovations. However, overall the rooms were very clean and hygienic. There were some complaints about temperature control and a few bug sightings, but these were isolated incidents. The staff provided excellent room service and were attentive to guest needs. Despite some minor issues, most guests found the rooms to be comfortable and relaxing with plenty of space to unwind. The hotel has an old-world charm that adds to the overall ambience and charisma of the experience.

Beds
If you're looking for a comfortable place to rest your head in Nairobi, look no further than the Sarova Stanley hotel. While some guests found the pillows to be a little too hard for their liking, the general consensus was that the beds were fantastic - "very firm" and "extremely comfortable". The rooms themselves are spacious with the only downside being some slightly old-fashioned wooden furniture. But when it comes to getting a good night's sleep, that's hardly a dealbreaker - and some reviewers even took time to praise the hotel's bedding specifically. Overall, if you're after a hotel with comfortable beds and rooms, the Sarova Stanley should be high on your list.

Cleanliness
Sarova Stanley garners mostly positive reviews when it comes to its cleanliness. Guests rave about the hotel being clean and hygienic with rooms that are fantastic and spacious. The pool is also mentioned to be very clean and enjoyable. A few guests had unfortunate encounters with cockroaches in their rooms, but such instances seem to be rare. Most guests commend the hotel for being clean and safe with a great location. There were some complaints about dirty rooms and bathrooms, as well as outdated facilities that need renovating. Nonetheless, the hotel staff is described as friendly and the overall cleanliness of the hotel is praised.

Staff
The staff at the Sarova Stanley hotel in Nairobi are without doubt exceptional. Every guest review sings their praises, describing them as helpful, efficient, courteous, friendly, attentive, personal, professional and going out of their way to ensure guests have the best possible experience. Guests particularly appreciate the hospitality and kindness shown to them, especially in risky situations and are grateful for staff who are always happy to help. Many named staff members who stood out for their exceptional service, like Joseph at reception and Benson, who showed excellent customer service. The concierge staff was especially helpful and the front desk staff were noted for being supportive and well-mannered. The hotel's old-world charm and charisma does not go unappreciated either. Guest sing the praises of the hotel's cafe and enjoy exploring its history. Overall, the staff at the Sarova Stanley are an asset to the hotel and provide an away-from-home experience second to none.

Wi-Fi
If you're looking for reliable wifi during your stay in Nairobi, then the Sarova Stanley may not be the best option for you. Some guests reported patchy wifi in their rooms or that the internet constantly dropped. However, there were also positive reports that the wifi was average or even very good in some cases. If you do encounter issues with the wifi, the hotel staff will try their best to fix it or move you to another room where the wifi works better. Overall, while the wifi may not be perfect, it's still possible to stay connected during your stay at the Sarova Stanley.

Pool
The pool at Sarova Stanley has received great feedback from guests. Many have commented on the heated pool, which is accessible and clean, making it enjoyable to swim in. Some guests also liked the rooftop pool and bar, while others appreciated having a private pool. A few guests mentioned that the pool area could use some cleaning, but overall it was nice. Unfortunately, a few guests reported that the pool was closed or under renovation during their stay. Nevertheless, the majority of guests had a positive experience with the hotel's pool facilities.

Nightlife
Sarova Stanley is located in the heart of Nairobi, making it the perfect place to explore the city's main attractions on foot. The hotel's central location also allows guests to enjoy the vibrant nightlife scene in the area without any worries. Guests have complimented the hotel for its wide choice of restaurants with the Thai restaurant being a particular highlight. Although some guests found the prices to be a bit steep given the current circumstances, the hotel's exceptional service and superlative dining experiences make it worthwhile. However, some guests complained about the early closing times of the restaurants and cafes, making their evenings feel rushed. Despite this, the hotel's location and nearby nightlife establishments ensure that guests still have a great time.

5 Star
Sarova Stanley is a magnificent hotel with exceptional facilities and services. The hotel is of high quality and has a refined decoration. Guests have enjoyed a wonderful experience and consider it the best hotel in Nairobi. The hotel is definitely one of the best structures they have ever stayed in. However, some guests have found the airport pickup to be unbelievably overpriced and unacceptable for a 5-star hotel. Despite this, the majority of guests have had a perfect and exceptional experience at Sarova Stanley.

Business
If you're looking for quality customer service, top-notch amenities and an excellent location for both business and leisure, Sarova Stanley is a great choice for your next trip. The front manager is especially helpful and the team - particularly the concierge - is always on hand to offer advice and assistance. The hotel offers good value and its facilities are ideal for conferences and meetings. Located in the heart of the central business district, Sarova Stanley's old-fashioned charm and history - Hemingway stayed here - make it an interesting place to stay for a day or two. Despite one negative review, it's generally well-regarded as a great spot for work and play.

Historic
Sarova Stanley is a charming, historic hotel located at the heart of Nairobi, known for its old-world charm and charisma. The hotel has preserved many original elements, including some colonial period wood décor, making it like staying in a museum but with all the modern comforts. As the city's first hotel, it has an added touch of African and old-world atmosphere, steeped in history and housed in a beautiful, historic building. The hotel has amazing staff and is very well maintained with guests across the board appreciative of its historically significant elements. Although being a historic hotel has its downsides, it's a great place to stay for tourists who want to soak in some of the city's colonial history.

Luxury
Sarova Stanley is a beautiful and historic hotel located in a central location, that has been around since 1902. It's a luxurious hotel that has evoked old money luxury with top-quality services that are exceptionally exceptional. This beautiful and historic hotel is well-maintained, has an antique design that is exquisite and clean, providing guests with an upper-class stay. Although some may find it overpriced, it is definitely worth the money. Hemingway was right; Sarova Stanley is a splendid hotel.


Yes, Sarova Stanley has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Private Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Sarova Stanley.

No, Sarova Stanley doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Sarova Stanley.

Yes, Sarova Stanley has a gym.
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