Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport has been awarded Africa’s Leading Airport Hotel 2021 in the recently concluded 28th annual World Travel Awards. The winner’s announcement was unveiled on Thursday 21st October for the African continent and Indian Ocean territories.
This is the first accolade for the hotel by the World Travel Awards body and adds to the growing list of awards already received including Best Airport Hotel, Africa 2018, 2019, 2020 (International Hotel Awards).
This award is particularly meaningful because it marks the ongoing period of the pandemic that has seen diminished travel and a drastic impact on the hospitality industry (81% drop in arrivals compared to the same period in 2019 – UNWTO July’21 Report). To consistently maintain standards, deliver a high level of health and safety to guests and employees alike is no easy task under such strained conditions. This award remains a testament to the commitment the hotel has shown.
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The World Travel Awards is regarded as a leading authority that recognizes and rewards excellence in travel and tourism globally. It is a hallmark of industry excellence. Despite Covid19, the WTA has recorded unprecedented levels of voting in this year’s awards. In 2019, a reported 1,945,965 votes were cast, a 17% increase on the previous record. In 2020, a record 2,033,494 votes were cast, with more people taking part than in any other year of WTA’s 28-year history, representing a huge vote of confidence for the travel and tourism industry.
Vivek Mathur, General Manager, Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport noted, “Winning this accolade cements our position as a leading hospitality player on the African continent. It is a tribute to the dedication and commitment of our team in delivering an exceptional experience for our guests, no matter the circumstances.
We remain focussed on recovery of the sector and look forward to a prosperous 2022 with increased travel.”
The Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport is a 172-room hotel located strategically inside the JKIA Complex, opened in October 2017. The hotel amenities include multi-functional meeting and event spaces, a dedicated business lounge all-day dining restaurant, pool bar and grill, coffee lounge, rooftop pool, gym, and spa. The hotel benefits from views of the airport runway and the Nairobi National Park.