BW Hotels Adds First Signature Collection Property in Africa
by Dori Saltzman /The Panari Resort Nyahururu has opened in Kenya as the first BW Signature Collection property in Africa.
“As a milestone celebration for the brand, we are thrilled to introduce Panari Resort as a welcome addition to BW Signature Collection,” said Wytze Vandenberg, vice president of international operations EMEA for BWH. “With proximity to some of Kenya’s best sites and breathtaking views, enticing amenities for all travelers and stylish guest rooms, the resort has something for everyone.”
Located in Nyahururu, the resort features views of Thomson’s Falls gorge, the Ewaso Nyiro River, and the Marmanet Forest. The drive to the resort passes through the Great Rift Valley and guests can experience stopovers at the Equator point. The resort, itself, is close to the Hippo Pools and Lake Ol’ Bolossat, which is home to more than 185 species of birds and animals. Guess can book nature walks, hiking, rhino safaris, and more.
The resort features cottage-style rooms that offer a comfortable homey feeling with stone fireplaces and flatscreen TVs. Three dining options are available onsite, including the Brown Olive Restaurant, the Silky Oak Bar, and a poolside eatery. Additional amenities include a steam room and sauna, a solar-heated indoor pool, a fitness center, daily yoga, and a salon and space facilities.
The resort also has several on-property sustainability initiatives to help reduce its carbon footprint, including water conservation and solar-powered facilities. Panari Resorts also built a new Elephant Water Hole at Marmanet Forest as part of its sustainable tourism commitment.