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The Ark Lodge

3.0 star property

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The Ark Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P11,718
P13,828 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16

Room options

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Free wired internet

Classic King Cabin

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Free wired internet

Classic Cabin Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet
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About the neighborhood

Located in Aberdare National Park, The Ark Lodge is in a national park. While the natural beauty of Solio Game Reserve and Mutubio Gate can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Nyeri Golf Course. Visit our Aberdare National Park travel guide
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Map
449-10100 Nyeri, Aberdare National Park, Nyeri County, 00100

Getting around

  • Nanyuki (NYK)
    137 min drive

About this property

The Ark Lodge

  • Lodge in a national park
  • The Ark Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks include:
  • A nature reserve
  • Room features
  • All 59 rooms include amenities such as free internet.
  • Other amenities include:
  • Restaurant dining guides and turndown services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ark Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ark Lodge?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ark Lodge on May 15, 2026 start from P11,718, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Ark Lodge?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ark Lodge?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Ark Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this lodge is within 20 mi (32 km) of Dedan Kimathi University of Technology, Solio Game Reserve, and Nyeri Golf Course. St. Peter's Anglican Church and Aberdare Range are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Ark Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
20 years on the place was a good as it was then. Excellent staff, food and facilities. And of cause the spectacular views of the water hole and animals.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Situated within the National Park so make sure you check in on time. The Ark is a very cosy, wooden lodge. Fire lit in the lounge area which was welcome as it was very cold at night (early Oct) Staff provided hot water bottles for our beds which was a lovely touch The buzzer system at night is a novel experience and of course we responded by getting up in the night. Room was simple and clean Would benefit from new windows but otherwise lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jude-Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Loved seeing all the wild life
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiao Qian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager Steven is very helpful. One of their staffs who in charge of animal communication is super knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazingly helpful, polite and friendly. They made us feel incredibly welcome despite our very late arrival. The waterhole, good and service are great and this has been our experience in Kenya so far. Love the overnight buzzer system which alerts you based on number of buzzes as to which animals have arrived at the waterhole The Ark needs new windows and the shower takes a while to warm up. It is cozy though with the big log fire and the thoughtful provision of hot water bottles at night. Definitely worth staying at least one night. Note check in times It’s important as the Ark is inside the park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uschy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The Ark is nestled in the middle of the forest. As promised, animals come to the watering hole which you can view from balconies on each floor. We saw elephants, buffalos and baboons. One negative was the water in the shower took a very long time to get hot and the drain did not work properly, but other than that it was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rashmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is very nice,staff is very cool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice place. Enjoyed watching the elephants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really special place and overall experience. Can do better in calling out that the check in takes place in a different facility 20 minutes drive and that you need to add park fees to the total cost!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Two things bring the otherwise good review down. The information given at the lodge and the map of the park provided was NOT ACCURATE causing us to drive completely down a path that was no longer in use and we almost got stuck. This even though we specifically asked if the map was up to date having been sold an inaccurate map in Nakuru before. Searching for the way to Wandare gate from the Ark cost us more than 2 hours. We had to cancel our planned hike due to the delay. Considering we are paying 40 000 KES for two days in the park (2 ppl) it is quite uppsetting that one day is wasted. The signs in the park are in a poor state, as are all picnicsites. None of that huge fee seems to ho to upkeep of the facilities! The food at the Ark is excellent, very tasty, but packed lunch for 2500 was a disappointment, 3 pieces of grilled chicken, a boring white bread sandwich, some chips, fruit, and a small chocolate. At that price you’d expect a very nice packed lunch - maybe quality sandwiches with chicken curry or meatballs, hummus and pita, pasta with pesto, fruit salad, real dessert etc. This packed lunch is worth about 1000-1500 KES. Lodge and location are otherwise great. Rooms good, comfortable beds but some shelves in the room and bathroom would be needed so guests can unpack a bit.
View from the ark of the waterhole
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jiri

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025