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Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection

05 Woodvale Grove, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya, 00606
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About us

Whatever the occasion, our experienced professional team and versatile meeting facilities will ensure that large group bookings are completely successful. Set in the heart of Westlands, Sankara Nairobi lies in the epicentre of Nairobi’s commerce, shopping, dining and nightlife. The neighborhood is lively and vibrant with easy accessibility to the CBD and residential areas. At Sankara Nairobi, guests enjoy an elevated personalised service that is natural, uncomplicated and unobtrusive, delivered by a team who are fully attuned to their guests’ needs. Guests embark on an immersive journey as soon as they arrive with a warm welcome and signature drink “Sankara Kombe” – a popular homemade recipe made with local honey, herb and lemon. Art is the essence of the Sankara Nairobi experience, the hotel houses a carefully curated collection of contemporary African art offering an emotional connection to Nairobi's rich culture throughout the property. The 168 hotel guest rooms are complete with contemporary furnishings and plush down bedding, bright with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows and fully equipped with the latest facilities and amenities. The signature turn down experience is specially crafted to delight guests with a handmade soapstone animal collection of the ‘Sankara 7’. The hotel features Graze - an award-winning steakhouse, Sarabi – a lively rooftop bar and champagne bar, Artisan with a live show kitchen and an outdoor terrace and Parisian themed Opera.

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandAutograph Collection
Built2010
Renovated-
Total meeting space14,294 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms168
Venue typeHotel

Awards

Industry awards
WWF award-Recognizing the Hotel support towards conservation impact in Kenya- (2024)

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jan 16, 2026 - Jan 18, 2026
Jan 23, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
Jan 30, 2026 - Feb 1, 2026
Feb 6, 2026 - Feb 8, 2026
Feb 13, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
Feb 20, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 - Mar 1, 2026
Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 8, 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Mar 27, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 5, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Shoulder season
Low season
Jan 01 - Jan 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
14,294.5 sq. ft.
Largest room
8,611.1 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
6
Second largest room
2,734.0 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
350
Seating capacity
350
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
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Woodvale One
1,054.9 sq. ft.
39.4 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
100
30
48
100
45
35
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Woodvale Two
1,054.9 sq. ft.
39.4 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
100
30
48
100
45
35
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Woodvale Three
624.3 sq. ft.
23.0 x 26.2 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
35
15
15
35
18
18
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Woodvale
2,734.0 sq. ft.
39.4 x 68.9 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.
220
-
120
220
100
88
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Woodvale Garden
8,611.1 sq. ft.
-
-
350
-
350
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Business Centre Boardroom
215.3 sq. ft.
19.7 x 13.1 sq. ft.
9.5 ft.------

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
168

Location

Getting Here

We are conveniently located approximately 20-minutes drive from/to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) via the efficient Nairobi Expressway.
Distance from airport 12.43 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
Street parking

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Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
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Nairobi National Museum
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Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Yes. Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection aligns with Marriott International’s global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) commitments, which are publicly available. Marriott regularly shares its DE&I strategy, initiatives, and progress in corporate reports and on its website. These include: Public DE&I commitment statements from senior leadership. Annual reporting on workforce diversity, equity goals, and progress. Recognition in global indices and awards (e.g., Forbes Best Employers for Diversity, Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index). Transparent updates on initiatives such as advancing women in leadership, supporting multicultural communities, and supplier diversity. Sankara Nairobi integrates these commitments locally through workforce programs, community engagement, and supplier partnerships.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Increased cleaning frequency of high-touch surfaces (e.g., elevator buttons, door handles, restrooms). Use of hospital-grade disinfectants approved by health authorities. Hand sanitizing stations placed at key touchpoints across the hotel. Enhanced ventilation and air-quality management in public areas. Regular staff training on hygiene and safety protocols. Monitoring and audits to ensure compliance with Marriott International’s Commitment to Clean program.
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