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The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a winery, in the vicinity of Mount Kenya National Park

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Property grounds
Exterior
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

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Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
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About the area

Map
Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County

What's nearby

  • Nanyuki Park - 9 min drive
  • Nanyuki Show Ground - 10 min drive
  • Nanyuki Sports Club - 11 min drive
  • Mount Kenya National Park - 31 min drive
  • Ol Pejeta Conservancy - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Nanyuki (NYK) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nook Cafe & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sportsman Arms Hotel Nanyuki - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC Nanyuki - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jibs Cafe Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hemisphere Lounge - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel

Hostel in the mountains
At The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel, you can look forward to an attached winery, a nightclub and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travellers may like the mountain biking at this hostel. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Great Circle, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a hair salon and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Access to a nearby health club, games and a music library
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, as well as perks, such as premium bedding and wet bars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Designer toiletries, showers and children's dressing gowns
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Circle

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven
  • Wet bar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: KES 0.50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately KES 500 for adults and from KES 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 150 (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of KES 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Mount Kenya National Park, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Mount Kenya and Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.

The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

96 external reviews