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3-star hotels in Nanyuki
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Nanyuki, the market town in Laikipia County at the foot of Mount Kenya. All fifteen are checked against guest scores and review counts, for travellers breaking a journey north or using the town as a base for Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Staying in Nanyuki
Nanyuki is a market town in Laikipia County, close to the equator and sitting at the foot of Mount Kenya, about 145 km north of Nairobi in a straight line. It works as a base for the surrounding savannah and for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, which is a short drive away, and plenty of visitors use it to break a journey north or to spend time in the highlands. The hotels here spread along the roads that meet the town, with the largest cluster on the Nyeri Nanyuki Road and its offshoots: Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar, Mlima View Gardens, Anka Resort, Batian Guest Hotel and Spice Garden. Others sit on Mount Kenya Road, Nanyuki Marura Road, Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd., Railway Road, Kimathi Street, Matanya Marura Road and Mountain View Estate, with Le Rustique, Ol Pejeta Mansion and Beisa Hotel among them.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar
Nyeri Nanyuki Highway
Why stay hereSet on the Nyeri Nanyuki Highway, Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar is a 3-star option with one of the strongest guest ratings in Nanyuki, 4.6 out of 5 from 546 reviews. The name points to a bar on site, handy after a day on the road, and the highway position suits travellers driving into or out of town who want to break the journey without detouring. Its steady stream of reviewers makes it a reliable pick for couples and solo visitors who value a proven track record over novelty.
See Soames Hotel & Jack's BarLe Rustique
Mount Kenya Road
Why stay hereLe Rustique sits on Mount Kenya Road and holds a 4.5 out of 5 guest rating across 832 reviews, the largest review count on this shortlist. That volume of feedback from past guests makes it a safe 3-star choice for travellers who want their expectations matched rather than surprised. The Mount Kenya Road address keeps it in the flow of Nanyuki town, convenient for visitors whose plans centre on the town and its surroundings. Suits couples, families and anyone staying a few nights.
See Le RustiquePeaks Hotel Limited
Nanyuki Marura Road
Why stay herePeaks Hotel Limited stands on Nanyuki Marura Road, a 3-star property rated 4.4 out of 5 by 471 guests. A high review count at that rating suggests consistent stays rather than one-off luck, which suits travellers booking ahead on reputation. The Marura Road setting places it away from the busiest through-routes while keeping Nanyuki within easy reach by vehicle. Good for visitors who prefer a quieter address and still want proven standards.
See Peaks Hotel LimitedHotel Taji
Railway Road Nanyuki Laikipia County 10400
Why stay hereOn Railway Road in Nanyuki, Laikipia County, Hotel Taji is a 3-star hotel with a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 242 reviews. Its review base is smaller than the town's largest, so it appeals to guests who would rather choose a well-rated hotel without the crowds that follow the biggest names. The Railway Road location works for travellers arriving by road or rail, and for anyone whose Nanyuki plans revolve around the town centre. Suitable for couples and business visitors on short stays.
See Hotel TajiOl Pejeta Mansion
Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd.
Why stay hereOl Pejeta Mansion takes its address from Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd., a 3-star hotel with 4.5 out of 5 from 51 reviews. The modest review count means fewer guests have passed through, which can suit travellers who prefer a smaller, less frequented property over a busy town hotel. An intimate review profile and a strong rating make it a reasonable bet for visitors heading towards the Ol Pejeta side of Nanyuki. Best for couples and small groups with their own transport.
See Ol Pejeta MansionStorms Resort Nanyuki
Nanyuki
Why stay hereStorms Resort Nanyuki is a 3-star resort in Nanyuki rated 4.3 out of 5 by 188 guests. The resort label sets it apart from the town's guest hotels, and the solid rating across a modest review count suggests guests leave satisfied. It fits travellers who want a resort-style base for a Nanyuki stay rather than a straightforward town room. Works well for couples and families planning a few unhurried days in the area.
See Storms Resort NanyukiBeisa Hotel
Mountain View Estate
Why stay hereBeisa Hotel occupies Mountain View Estate and is a 3-star hotel rated 4.2 out of 5 from 486 reviews. The estate address suggests a residential setting rather than a highway frontage, which suits guests who want to return to a calmer corner of Nanyuki at the end of the day. A sensible choice for longer stays, families and visitors with a vehicle.
See Beisa HotelMlima View Gardens
Nyeri Nanyuki Rd
Why stay hereMlima View Gardens sits on Nyeri Nanyuki Rd and holds a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 486 reviews. The garden setting implied by its name and its position on the main Nyeri road suit travellers who want greenery alongside easy road access into Nanyuki. With that many past guests reporting back, the 3-star hotel is a well-tested option rather than an unknown. Good for couples and families who value outdoor space.
See Mlima View GardensRegency Mount Kenya Hotel
Nanyuki
Why stay hereRegency Mount Kenya Hotel is a 3-star hotel in Nanyuki with a 4.2 out of 5 guest rating from 244 reviews. The Regency name and central Nanyuki listing point to a town hotel rather than a rural retreat, which fits visitors whose days are built around the town itself. A moderate review count keeps expectations grounded while still showing a consistent rating. Suits business travellers and couples on shorter Nanyuki stays.
See Regency Mount Kenya HotelThe Glacier Hotel Nanyuki
Next To Railways Station
Why stay hereThe Glacier Hotel Nanyuki is listed next to the railway station, a 3-star hotel rated 4.3 out of 5 from 63 reviews. Its station-side position is the practical draw, convenient for travellers arriving or departing by rail and for anyone who wants to be close to that part of town. The review count is small, so guests arrive with fewer preconceptions. A straightforward pick for solo travellers and couples passing through Nanyuki.
See The Glacier Hotel NanyukiAnka Resort
Nyeri Nanyuki Road
Why stay hereAnka Resort stands on Nyeri Nanyuki Road, a 3-star property with a 4.0 out of 5 rating from 520 reviews. The main-road address keeps Nanyuki and the route towards Nyeri both within reach. It suits travellers who want a resort-style stay and are comfortable with a solid rather than standout rating.
See Anka ResortRailsend Hotel
Kimathi Street
Why stay hereRailsend Hotel is on Kimathi Street, a 3-star hotel in Nanyuki rated 4.0 out of 5 by 147 guests. A street address in town rather than a highway plot puts guests within the fabric of Nanyuki, which suits visitors who would rather walk out into the streets than drive everywhere. The review count is moderate, giving a fair picture of the hotel. Good for short stays, couples and travellers on business.
See Railsend HotelBuens Lugar Hotel
Matanya Marura Road
Why stay hereBuens Lugar Hotel sits on Matanya Marura Road, a 3-star hotel with a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 33 reviews. It is among the least-reviewed properties here, so it appeals to travellers who prefer a small, low-traffic hotel to a busy one. The Matanya Marura Road setting places it away from the main Nyeri Nanyuki route. Best suited to guests with their own transport and a preference for quiet.
See Buens Lugar HotelSpice Garden
Off Nyeri Nanyuki Road
Why stay hereSpice Garden is set off Nyeri Nanyuki Road, a 3-star hotel rated 3.7 out of 5 from 175 reviews. The set-back position off the main road suits guests who want to be near the Nyeri Nanyuki route without sitting on it. Its rating is more modest than most on this shortlist, so it best fits travellers who prioritise the location and a known name over top marks. The garden name and off-road address point to a quieter setting for couples and solo guests.
See Spice GardenBatian Guest Hotel
Nyeri Nanyuki Road
Why stay hereBatian Guest Hotel is on Nyeri Nanyuki Road, a 3-star guest hotel with a 3.7 out of 5 rating from 217 reviews. A guest-house format and a main-road address suit travellers who want a simple base with direct access to the Nyeri Nanyuki route in and out of town. The rating is among the lower ones here, making it a fit for visitors who care most about the road position and an uncomplicated stay. Fine for solo travellers and short stopovers.
See Batian Guest Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar | ★★★ | 4.6 | 546 |
| Le Rustique | ★★★ | 4.5 | 832 |
| Peaks Hotel Limited | ★★★ | 4.4 | 471 |
| Hotel Taji | ★★★ | 4.4 | 242 |
| Ol Pejeta Mansion | ★★★ | 4.5 | 51 |
| Storms Resort Nanyuki | ★★★ | 4.3 | 188 |
| Beisa Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 486 |
| Mlima View Gardens | ★★★ | 4.2 | 486 |
| Regency Mount Kenya Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 244 |
| The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki | ★★★ | 4.3 | 63 |
| Anka Resort | ★★★ | 4.0 | 520 |
| Railsend Hotel | ★★★ | 4.0 | 147 |
| Buens Lugar Hotel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 33 |
| Spice Garden | ★★★ | 3.7 | 175 |
| Batian Guest Hotel | ★★★ | 3.7 | 217 |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Top-rated picks
Both sit on the main approach roads into town, the Nyeri Nanyuki Highway and Mount Kenya Road, so they are a natural first check for travellers who want the best-reviewed 3-star rooms here.
Good value
Peaks Hotel Limited, Hotel Taji and Ol Pejeta Mansion all score 4.4 to 4.5 but carry far smaller review counts, from 51 to 471. For travellers who would rather weigh a strong score than a long review history, these three on Nanyuki Marura Road, Railway Road and Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd. are the group to compare.
Strength in numbers
Le Rustique, Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar, Anka Resort, Beisa Hotel and Mlima View Gardens each hold hundreds of reviews, from 486 to 832, and scores of 4.0 and above. Guests who want a record built on a large number of stays should start with this set, spread across Mount Kenya Road, the Nyeri Nanyuki Highway, Nyeri Nanyuki Road and Mountain View Estate.
Le Rustique · Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar · Anka Resort · Beisa Hotel · Mlima View Gardens
Quieter addresses
Ol Pejeta Mansion, Buens Lugar Hotel, The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki and Railsend Hotel sit on Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd., Matanya Marura Road, next to the railway station and Kimathi Street respectively, with review counts from 33 to 147. They suit travellers who prefer a smaller, less-reviewed property over the town's busiest addresses.
Ol Pejeta Mansion · Buens Lugar Hotel · The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki · Railsend Hotel
Where to stay in Nanyuki
Nyeri Nanyuki Road
The main road south out of town carries the densest cluster of hotels on this list, with Batian Guest Hotel, Mlima View Gardens, Anka Resort and Spice Garden along it or just off it. It is the practical choice for drivers, since the road is the route north from Nairobi and south towards Nyeri, and guests here can be in the centre in a short run.
Our picks here: Batian Guest Hotel · Anka Resort · Spice Garden
Railway Road
Hotel Taji stands on Railway Road, the address that ties it to the town's station side. It is a single entry on this shortlist, but it places guests within reach of the railway and a short distance from the town centre, useful for travellers arriving or leaving by train or stopping over on the road north.
Our picks here: Hotel Taji
Mountain View Estate
Beisa Hotel sits in Mountain View Estate, a residential address away from the main highway traffic. With 486 reviews behind its 4.2 score, it is the best-documented option in this part of town, and it suits guests who want to stay off the Nyeri Nanyuki Road corridor while keeping Nanyuki's centre and the Ol Pejeta road within easy reach.
Our picks here: Beisa Hotel
Kimathi Street
Railsend Hotel is the Kimathi Street address on the list, a town-street position rather than a highway one. Its 147 reviews and 4.0 score make it a steady choice for travellers who want to be on a street in the town itself, close to the centre, rather than out along the approach roads towards Mount Kenya or Nyeri.
Our picks here: Railsend Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Nanyuki is reached by road from Nairobi, using the highway north from the capital; the town lies about 145 km north of Nairobi in a straight line. It also has an airstrip with scheduled light-aircraft flights for those arriving by air. Once in town, the hotels stand along the main roads in and out, the Nyeri Nanyuki Road and its offshoots, Mount Kenya Road, Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd., Railway Road and Kimathi Street, so a car or local transport makes moving between them and out to Ol Pejeta straightforward.
When to go
Nanyuki sits close to the equator at the foot of Mount Kenya, so the seasons are mild rather than extreme, with the usual East African pattern of a long rainy period and a shorter one, and drier months in between. The town is a base for the surrounding savannah and for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a short drive away. Plan around the drier stretches if you intend to spend your days out in the conservancy or on the roads north.
Things to do near Nanyuki
Questions, answered
Which hotel in Nanyuki has the highest guest score?
Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar has the highest guest score on this shortlist, 4.6 out of 5 from 546 reviews. Le Rustique follows at 4.5 from 832 reviews, and Ol Pejeta Mansion is also rated 4.5, from 51 reviews.
Which of these hotels has the most reviews?
Le Rustique has the most, 832, with a guest score of 4.5. Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar follows with 546 reviews at 4.6, and Anka Resort has 520 at 4.0.
Which hotels are closest to Nanyuki's centre?
The town-street addresses are the closest to the centre: Hotel Taji on Railway Road, Railsend Hotel on Kimathi Street, and The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki next to the railway station. The highway hotels along the Nyeri Nanyuki Road sit further out on the approach roads.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
The booking supplier's records for these hotels do not list facilities, so parking is not confirmed here. Check the individual hotel page, where availability is checked live for your dates, before you book.
Are these hotels good for families?
The larger, well-reviewed properties are the safest bet: Le Rustique (4.5 from 832 reviews), Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar (4.6 from 546) and Beisa Hotel (4.2 from 486). The records do not specify family rooms, so confirm what you need on the hotel page.
Which hotel is best for a short break or one night?
Soames Hotel & Jack's Bar and Le Rustique combine the top scores here, 4.6 and 4.5, with the longest review records, which suits a short stay. The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki, next to the railway station, is convenient for a one-night stop.
Are there hotels near Ol Pejeta Conservancy?
Ol Pejeta Mansion on Nanyuki Rumuruti Rd. carries the conservancy name and a 4.5 score from 51 reviews. The conservancy itself is a short drive from Nanyuki town, so any of these hotels can serve as a base.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
Facilities are not listed in the booking supplier's records for these hotels, so no pool or spa can be confirmed. Check the individual hotel page for what is available, since availability is checked live for your dates.