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The Great Circle Lodge

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Mount Kenya National Park

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The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel offers a mountain getaway with local and international dishes at the restaurant, an on-site winery, and nearby hiking and biking trails with free bike rentals. Past visitors consistently praise their experience.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Tomorrow

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Living area

Basic Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Day bed
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Ice maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon

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

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Freezer
Free bottled water
Ice maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

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

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

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Freezer
Free bottled water
Ice maker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Freezer
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
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 - 32 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Mount Kenya National Park - 33 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Nanyuki (NYK) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murphy's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sherlock's Bistro, Den & Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dorman's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC Nanyuki - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Heights Hotel - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Great Circle Lodge

Hostel in the mountains
At The Great Circle Lodge, you can look forward to a nightclub, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Great Circle, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, English breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals
  • Access to a nearby health club, a music library, and a vegetable garden
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers and toilet paper
  • A personal chef, ice makers, and freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 mi
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Bingo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Music library
  • Nightclub
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Roll-in shower (40 inches wide)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 500.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for KES 500.0 per day

Property payment types

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: approximately KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: KES 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 150 (one-way)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: KES 1000 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: KES 500.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 500.0 per day

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Great Circle Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Great Circle Lodge 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 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.

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The Great Circle Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

94 external reviews