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3-star hotels in Naivasha
This shortlist gathers 3-star hotels in Naivasha, on the shore of Lake Naivasha in Nakuru County. It is for travellers comparing where to base themselves for the lake, Crescent Island and the nearby parks, using guest ratings and review counts rather than guesswork.
Staying in Naivasha
Naivasha is a town in Nakuru County, Kenya, sitting on the shore of Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Rift Valley. It lies about 75 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line, and is reached by road from Nairobi. Visitors come for the water and the parks: Hell's Gate National Park and Mount Longonot National Park are nearby, and Crescent Island, a private sanctuary, is reached by boat.
Most of these hotels sit on or just off the roads that run through town and along the lake shore to the south, with addresses on Moi South Lake Road, Moi Road, Moi Avenue, Mama Ngini Drive, Lakeview 1St Drive and the Nakuru Naivasha Highway. That spread suits couples and families who want to be near the water, and short-break visitors who prefer a town base. The highest-rated entries, Lemaiyan Suites and Aloepark Art Hotel, both score 4.7.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lemaiyan Suites
Naivasha
Why stay hereLemaiyan Suites is a 3-star address in Naivasha with a 4.7 guest rating across 486 reviews, one of the strongest in this shortlist. The consistently high scores suggest a stay that satisfies guests from check-in to checkout. It suits travellers who weigh guest feedback heavily and want a reliable base in Naivasha rather than a gamble on an unknown property.
See Lemaiyan SuitesAloepark Art Hotel
Lakeview 1St Drive Naivasha
Why stay hereAloepark Art Hotel sits on Lakeview 1St Drive in Naivasha, a 3-star property rated 4.7 by guests over 233 reviews. The Lakeview address puts it in the part of town associated with views toward the water, and its art-themed identity gives it a character that chain-style hotels lack. A good fit for travellers who want a small, distinctive hotel and value strong guest scores.
See Aloepark Art HotelGreat Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort
Naivasha
Why stay hereGreat Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort carries a 4.5 guest rating from 1,853 reviews, by far the largest review base on this Naivasha shortlist. This 3-star property suits travellers who prefer an established hotel with a long track record over newer, less-reviewed options. Golfers and guests wanting resort-style grounds in the Rift Valley setting will find the scale and reputation here reassuring.
See Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf ResortEseriani The Resort
Moi S Lake Rd
Why stay hereEseriani The Resort stands on Moi S Lake Rd in Naivasha, a 3-star hotel rated 4.4 over 721 reviews. The South Lake Road position is the corridor most visitors use to reach the lake shore, so it works well for guests planning boat trips and lakeside days. It suits families and leisure travellers who want a resort setting and dependable guest scores.
See Eseriani The ResortHylise Hotel
Nakuru Naivasha Highway Naivasha Nakuru County
Why stay hereHylise Hotel sits on the Nakuru Naivasha Highway, a 3-star property holding a 4.4 guest rating from 712 reviews. Its highway position suits travellers passing through Naivasha by road or breaking a longer journey between Nakuru and Nairobi. With hundreds of reviews behind it, the hotel offers a tested option for motorists who want easy access without detouring into town.
See Hylise HotelPanorama Park Hotel
Mama Ngini Drive
Why stay herePanorama Park Hotel on Mama Ngini Drive is a 3-star hotel with a 4.2 guest rating drawn from 2,018 reviews, the largest review count on this list. That volume makes it one of the best-known options in Naivasha and a safe pick for travellers who want to judge a hotel on the experience of many previous guests rather than a handful. It suits both leisure and business visitors.
See Panorama Park HotelThe Nest Boutique Hotel
Naivasha Moi South Lake
Why stay hereThe Nest Boutique Hotel is a 3-star property on Naivasha Moi South Lake, rated 4.2 by guests across 421 reviews. The South Lake setting places it along the road toward the lake, and the boutique format means fewer rooms and more personal attention than a large resort. It suits couples and travellers who prefer a compact hotel with a 4.2 rating to a sprawling one.
See The Nest Boutique HotelEaglesvale Resort
Moi Avenue
Why stay hereEaglesvale Resort on Moi Avenue is a 3-star hotel with a 4.2 guest rating from 160 reviews. Its Moi Avenue address puts it within Naivasha town, convenient for guests who want to be near the centre rather than out on the lake road. A reasonable choice for travellers who value a central location and a solid, if moderately reviewed, guest score.
See Eaglesvale ResortEaglesvale Resort Naivasha
Moi Road
Why stay hereEaglesvale Resort Naivasha on Moi Road is a 3-star hotel rated 4.2 by guests over 160 reviews. Like its Moi Road neighbour, it offers a town-side base in Naivasha, handy for errands, restaurants and onward travel. It suits visitors who want straightforward 3-star comfort in the centre and are guided by a 4.2 guest rating from a modest but consistent review base.
See Eaglesvale Resort NaivashaAstorian Grand Hotel
Off Moi South Lake Road
Why stay hereAstorian Grand Hotel lies off Moi South Lake Road, a 3-star property with a 4.1 guest rating from 920 reviews. Set back from the main lake road, it appeals to travellers who want the South Lake corridor without being directly on the busy route. The substantial review count gives a dependable picture of what to expect for guests planning lake excursions.
See Astorian Grand HotelFina Gardens Resort
Moi South Lake Road
Why stay hereFina Gardens Resort on Moi South Lake Road is a 3-star hotel rated 4.1 across 307 reviews. Its position on the South Lake Road makes it a practical base for reaching the lake shore, and the garden setting suggests a quieter stay than a town-centre hotel. It suits leisure travellers and small groups who want green surroundings and a known 4.1 guest rating.
See Fina Gardens ResortSymphony Hotel
Moi Road
Why stay hereSymphony Hotel on Moi Road is a 3-star property in Naivasha with a 4.1 guest rating from 294 reviews. Its town-centre address suits travellers who want to be close to Naivasha's shops and services rather than on the lake road. Guests choosing it get a straightforward 3-star hotel backed by a few hundred reviews and a consistent score.
See Symphony HotelSapphire Resort
Moi Road
Why stay hereSapphire Resort on Moi Road is a 3-star hotel with a 4.4 guest rating, though it has only 21 reviews so far. The small review base means the score reflects early guests rather than a long record. It is worth considering for travellers who want a newer or less-discovered Naivasha option in town and are comfortable with limited feedback.
See Sapphire ResortBurch's Resort Naivasha
Moi South Lake Road Naivashangara
Why stay hereBurch's Resort Naivasha on Moi South Lake Road is a 3-star hotel rated 4.0 by guests across 1,260 reviews. With one of the larger review bases here, it gives a well-tested picture of the stay, and the South Lake Road location keeps the lake within easy reach. It suits families and groups looking for a familiar resort-style option in Naivasha.
See Burch's Resort NaivashaMasada Hotel
Moi South Lake Road 500M On The Right
Why stay hereMasada Hotel on Moi South Lake Road, 500M On The Right, is a 3-star property with a 4.0 guest rating from 947 reviews. The precise directions make it easy to find along the South Lake corridor, and the near-thousand reviews mean plenty of guests have already tested it. A sensible choice for travellers heading to the lake who want a proven 3-star hotel.
See Masada Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemaiyan Suites | ★★★ | 4.7 | 486 |
| Aloepark Art Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 233 |
| Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,853 |
| Eseriani The Resort | ★★★ | 4.4 | 721 |
| Hylise Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 712 |
| Panorama Park Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 2,018 |
| The Nest Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 421 |
| Eaglesvale Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 160 |
| Eaglesvale Resort Naivasha | ★★★ | 4.2 | 160 |
| Astorian Grand Hotel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 920 |
| Fina Gardens Resort | ★★★ | 4.1 | 307 |
| Symphony Hotel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 294 |
| Sapphire Resort | ★★★ | 4.4 | 21 |
| Burch's Resort Naivasha | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,260 |
| Masada Hotel | ★★★ | 4.0 | 947 |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Top-rated picks
Aloepark Art Hotel sits on Lakeview 1St Drive, while Lemaiyan Suites is addressed in Naivasha. Choose these when guest score is the deciding factor.
Most reviewed
Panorama Park Hotel carries 2018 reviews at 4.2, Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort 1853 at 4.5, and Burch's Resort Naivasha 1260 at 4.0. Large review counts mean plenty of guest opinion behind the score. Panorama Park Hotel is on Mama Ngini Drive.
Panorama Park Hotel · Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort · Burch's Resort Naivasha
Lake side of town
Eseriani The Resort, The Nest Boutique Hotel, Astorian Grand Hotel, Fina Gardens Resort, Burch's Resort Naivasha and Masada Hotel all have addresses on or off Moi South Lake Road, the road along the shore south of town. Useful for travellers who want the lake and the parks close at hand.
Eseriani The Resort · The Nest Boutique Hotel · Astorian Grand Hotel · Fina Gardens Resort · Burch's Resort Naivasha · Masada Hotel
Small and quiet
Eaglesvale Resort and Eaglesvale Resort Naivasha record 160 reviews each at 4.2, and Sapphire Resort scores 4.4 from 21 reviews. Fewer reviews mean less guest feedback to weigh, but these are the smaller entries here, both Eaglesvale properties on Moi Avenue and Moi Road.
Eaglesvale Resort · Eaglesvale Resort Naivasha · Sapphire Resort
Where to stay in Naivasha
Moi South Lake Road
The road along the lake shore south of the town, where many lodges and camps line up. Staying here puts the water and the routes to Hell's Gate National Park, Mount Longonot National Park and Crescent Island on your doorstep. Eseriani The Resort, Astorian Grand Hotel, Fina Gardens Resort, Burch's Resort Naivasha, Masada Hotel and The Nest Boutique Hotel are all addressed here.
Our picks here: Astorian Grand Hotel · Fina Gardens Resort · Burch's Resort Naivasha · Masada Hotel
Nakuru Naivasha Highway
Hylise Hotel is addressed on the Nakuru Naivasha Highway in Nakuru County, a roadside position for travellers arriving or leaving by road. It scores 4.4 from 712 reviews.
Our picks here: Hylise Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Naivasha is reached by road from Nairobi; the straight-line distance is about 75 km northwest of Nairobi. Within the area, many lodges and camps line the road along the lake shore south of the town, so a car or arranged transport makes the lakeside hotels easier to reach. Crescent Island, a private sanctuary, is reached by boat rather than by road.
Things to do near Naivasha
Questions, answered
Which Naivasha hotel on this list is the top-rated?
Lemaiyan Suites and Aloepark Art Hotel both score 4.7 out of 5, the highest here. Lemaiyan Suites has 486 reviews and is addressed in Naivasha; Aloepark Art Hotel has 233 reviews and sits on Lakeview 1St Drive.
Which of these hotels is closest to the lake?
The addresses naming Moi South Lake Road are the ones along the shore south of town: Eseriani The Resort, Astorian Grand Hotel, Fina Gardens Resort, Burch's Resort Naivasha, Masada Hotel and The Nest Boutique Hotel.
Which hotels here are good for families?
Panorama Park Hotel, on Mama Ngini Drive, has the largest review base at 2018, scoring 4.2, and Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort follows with 1853 reviews at 4.5. Both give plenty of guest feedback to check against family needs.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
The records for these hotels do not list facilities, so no pool or spa can be confirmed from the data here.
Do any of these hotels offer parking or accept pets?
Facility details are not recorded for these hotels, so parking and pet policies cannot be confirmed from the information shown. Check with the hotel directly before booking.
Which hotels are best for a short break?
The town addresses are handy for short stays: Lemaiyan Suites and Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort are listed under Naivasha, while Symphony Hotel and Sapphire Resort sit on Moi Road. Eseriani The Resort and Masada Hotel are options closer to the shore.
Which hotels here have the fewest reviews?
Sapphire Resort has 21 reviews at 4.4, and Eaglesvale Resort and Eaglesvale Resort Naivasha each have 160 at 4.2. The rest of the list has several hundred reviews or more.