Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

4-star city oasis in Nairobi's Upper Hill with a dedicated wing for women traveling alone

Accommodations & Women-Only Wing

Sarova Panafric Hotel offers 42 fully serviced apartments for guests on extended stays in Nairobi. The hotel houses the dedicated Wangari Maathai Wing, a floor designed specifically for solo female travelers with enhanced security and tailored amenities. Each air-conditioned room contains a satellite TV, minibar, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities, with individually decorated interiors.

Dining & Cultural Events

Flame Tree Restaurant and Bar serves award-winning cuisine with an English breakfast and à la carte lunch and dinner from an open terrace overlooking the city. The Pool Garden Restaurant provides a buffet lunch, while themed cultural nights celebrating local heritage take place regularly. Brunch events are hosted every last Sunday of the month, and the kitchen uses locally sourced food as part of on-site sustainability initiatives.

Wellness & Recreation

Tulia Wellness Centre offers personalized spa treatments, a massage chair, and fitness services including a personal trainer. The temperature-controlled swimming pool sits surrounded by manicured gardens with a shallow end, heated pool, pool bar, and sun umbrellas. Guests can use the spa lounge/relaxation area, steam room, sauna, and book Swedish massages or pedicures with therapists like Caroline.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Sarova Panafric is located in Nairobi's Upper Hill, a 5-minute drive from the CBD and 18 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with a 10-minute drive via the Nairobi Expressway. The Karen Blixen Museum is a 26-minute drive away, and Nairobi National Park is 30 km from the property. Curated excursions to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and Nairobi National Museum are available through the hotel.

Business & Extended Stays

The hotel offers extensive conferencing facilities with a business centre providing secretarial services and meeting/banquet facilities. Complimentary valet-assisted parking is available for guests, and the property includes a shuttle service, airport transfer, and car hire. A 24-hour front desk with currency exchange, concierge service, and luggage storage supports business professionals and leisure travelers alike.

• Women-Only Wing: Dedicated Wangari Maathai Wing for solo female travelers
• Accommodations: 42 fully serviced apartments for long stays
• Dining: Award-winning cuisine at Flame Tree Restaurant & themed cultural nights
• Wellness: Tulia Wellness Centre with personalized spa and temperature-controlled pool
• Location: 5 min from CBD, near Nairobi National Park & Karen Blixen Museum
• Business: Secretarial services, meeting facilities & valet parking