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The Great Circle Lodge

2.0 star property
Mountain hostel in Nanyuki with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled in the mountains, The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel offers an exciting retreat. Savor local and international cuisine at The Great Circle restaurant, unwind with a wine tasting at the attached winery, or get moving with free bicycle rentals and hiking/biking trails. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Train station drop-off service
  • Ferry terminal shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Living room
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Satellite TV service
  • Charcoal grill(s)
The current price is $39
$47 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27

Room options

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Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets

Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Freezer
Champagne service
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Garden view

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Basic Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Freezer
Champagne service
Free bottled water
Ice maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
2 bathrooms
Freezer
Champagne service
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County

What's nearby

  • Nanyuki Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Nanyuki Sports Club - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Nanyuki Show Ground - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Ol Pejeta Conservancy - 24 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Mount Kenya National Park - 33 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Nanyuki (NYK) - 36 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 89.7 miles/144.4 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Murphy's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dorman's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Heights Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC Nanyuki - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Great Circle Lodge

The Great Circle Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Nanyuki. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Great Circle, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 4:00 AM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station shuttle on request (available 24 hours)
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
    • Bus station shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 5 miles*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Charcoal grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Trampoline

What to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Bingo
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Safari nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Roll-in shower
  • Roll-in shower width (inches): 40
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Fan
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Champagne service
  • Freezer
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

The Great Circle - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open 24 hours.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: KES 0.50 per stay

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KES 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle, and train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for KES 500.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for KES 500.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs KES 150 (one-way)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Nanyuki
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Great Circle Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Great Circle Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Great Circle Lodge?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is KES 150 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Great Circle Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at The Great Circle Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like a garden and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Great Circle Lodge?

Yes, The Great Circle offers local and international cuisine.

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Reviews

7.6

Good