Overview
Located nearly a 5-minute walk from Triangle Curio Market, the luxury Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection Hotel offers a health club, including a steam room and a sauna. This 5-star modern hotel features a rooftop pool and an American-style restaurant, boasting a location steps away from the shopping mall "Sarit Centre".
Location
Nestled in the centre of Nairobi, the boutique hotel is also 400 m from The Mall. The public University of Nairobi is 2.9 km from the Sankara, while Wilson airport is 5 km from it.
Nearby Attractions
Guests can enjoy the proxinity to a market, a designer shop, and a shopping centre near the property. There is Gracia Gardens about 10 minutes' drive away, and Westlands/Ngara/Town Stage bus station is a few moments from the hotel.
Rooms
Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection Hotel has 163 rooms, comprising a sitting area. Wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a minibar fridge, coffee and tea makers, are offered. Marble bathrooms include nice touches such as dryers. Enjoy views of the city, while staying at this accommodation.
Dining
The Sankara Nairobi offers a lounge bar and a restaurant serving local cuisine. Roro's Co is located 500 metres from this Nairobi hotel and serves healthy food.
Relax & Wellness
Entertainment options such as a nightclub and temporary art galleries are available onsite. Keeping fit at this hotel is convenient thanks to a modern gym that offers fitness classes. The accommodation also provides a business centre for those arriving on business.
Rooms & Availability
Superior, Guest room, 1 King, City view
Superior, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), City view
Executive, Concierge level, Guest room, 1 King, City view
Sankara Executive Room, Executive lounge access, 1 King
Junior Suite, Executive lounge access, Junior Suite, 1 King
Executive, Concierge level, Guest room, 2 Twin/Single Bed(s)
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Set within a 15-minute drive from the Wilson airport.
Facilities
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Night club
- Entertainment
- Sauna
- Steam room
Facilities
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Night club
- Entertainment
- Sauna
- Steam room
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Baby pushchair
- Children's buffet
Activities
- Fitness centre
- Sports trainer
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Accessibility
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
- Carpeted floor
Tourist attractions in Nairobi
Tourist attractions in Nairobi
Local sights
- 320 m 1050 ft Sarit Centre
- 1.2 km 0.8 mi Westlands
- 310 m 1017 ft Sarit, your city
- 2.3 km 1.4 mi Nairobi National Museum
- 320 m 1050 ft Privee Westlands
- 550 m 1805 ft 40Forty Lounge
- 860 m 2822 ft Westgate Shopping Mall
- 280 m 919 ft Pink Apple Casino
- 2.8 km 1.8 mi Jeevanjee Gardens
Getting around
- 480 m 1575 ft Peponi Road
- 1.7 km 1.1 mi Kabete Lane/Total Spring Valley/ Bypass
- 9 km 5.6 mi Safaricom/Saf
- 230 m 755 ft Westlands/Ngara/Town Stage
- 5.6 km 3.5 mi Chiromo Stage
- 7.2 km 4.4 mi Matatu Stand
Dining options
- 20 m 66 ft Graze
- 90 m 295 ft Sarabi Pool and Rooftop Bar
- 120 m 394 ft Gipsy Bar
- 7.2 km 4.5 mi Fogo Gaucho
- 260 m 853 ft Haandi Restaurant
- 180 m 591 ft MamaRocks Gourmet Burgers
- 210 m 689 ft Open House Restaurant
- 120 m 394 ft Casual Bite
- 310 m 1017 ft The Alchemist Bar
Frequently Asked Questions
"Does Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection have airport transfer services?"
The hotel offers paid airport transfer options including a Mercedes Benz at USD 100 per trip, a shuttle at USD 40 per person sharing, and a taxi at USD 55 per trip.
"What dining options are available at Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection?"
The property features multiple restaurants including Artisan with global cuisine, Graze steakhouse, Sarabi Pool & Supper Club, and The Champagne Bar, each offering distinct menus and atmospheres.
"What wellness facilities are provided on-site at Sankara Nairobi?"
Guests have access to a fitness centre, outdoor heated swimming pool on the rooftop, sauna, steam room, and personal trainer services.
"Are there special features in the rooms of Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection?"
Rooms include amenities such as flat-screen TVs, a private bathroom with towels, in-room coffee machines and electric kettles, air conditioning, and soundproofing.
"Where is Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection located in relation to Nairobi's main attractions?"
The hotel is in the Westlands district, close to shopping malls like Sarit Centre and Westgate, and approximately 4.3 km from Nairobi National Park with easy access to nearby attractions.
"What are the check-in and check-out times at Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection?"
Check-in begins at 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00, with optional early check-in or late check-out subject to availability.
"What family and children services are available at Sankara Nairobi?"
Guests can request cots for infants up to 2 years old, extra beds for older children, babysitting services, and use of baby pushchairs.
"What are the hotel's security features at Sankara Nairobi?"
The property has 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, fire extinguishers, key card access, and a safety deposit box in each room.
"What cultural or entertainment activities does Sankara Nairobi offer?"
On-site activities include evening entertainment such as live sport events, a nightclub with DJs, temporary art galleries, and tours or classes focused on local culture.
"Do staff at Sankara Nairobi speak multiple languages?"
Staff members communicate primarily in English and Swahili; no additional languages are specified for the hotel team.