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4- and 5-star hotels in Nakuru
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Nakuru, from lakeside camps on the Elementaita shore to spa hotels and suites in the city itself. It is for visitors coming for Lake Nakuru National Park, Menengai Crater or a stop on the Nairobi road west.
Staying in Nakuru
Nakuru is a city in the Rift Valley and the county seat of Nakuru County. Lake Nakuru National Park lies on the city's southern edge, and Menengai Crater rises to the north. The city sits on the main road from Nairobi to western Kenya, about 140 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line. People stay here for the park, for the crater, or as a break on the road between Nairobi and the west.
These hotels spread well beyond the city streets. Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru, Ziwa Bush Lodge and Sentrim Elementaita Lodge carry Nakuru addresses, while The Ole Ken Hotel sits on West Road, Eagle Palace Hotel on Oginga Odinga Street, Vienna Woods Holiday Inn Limited on Showground Road and Sandalwood Suites on Ronald Ngara Street. East of the city, the Elementaita and Gilgil addresses hold Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp, Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge, Ol Muteita Lodge and Mbweha Camp Lake Nakuru, with Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge inside Lake Nakuru National Park itself and Reens Vacation Rentals on the A104 Eldoret Highway. The mix suits couples and families on a park break, safari-goers, and business travellers who want the city centre.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
Soysambu Conservancy
Why stay hereFor a luxurious safari experience, Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp offers a 5-star stay within the Soysambu Conservancy. Those seeking high-end accommodations amidst nature will appreciate its secluded setting.
See Lake Elmenteita Serena CampLake Elementaita Mountain Lodge
Mbaruk Road Kasabara Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge
Why stay hereDiscover premium lodging at Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge, situated on Mbaruk Road Kasabara Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge. This 5-star option provides a refined base for exploring the surrounding area.
See Lake Elementaita Mountain LodgeOl Muteita Lodge
Elementaita Gilgil Nakuru County 20100
Why stay hereOl Muteita Lodge presents a 5-star opportunity for relaxation in Elementaita Gilgil Nakuru County 20100. Guests looking for a top-tier experience in this region will find their accommodation here.
See Ol Muteita LodgeSarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru
Nakuru
Why stay hereThe Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru is a 4-star destination that guests rate 4.6 out of 5. Situated in Nakuru, this hotel is a well-reviewed option for visitors.
See Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa NakuruThe Ole Ken Hotel
West Road
Why stay hereA choice for comfortable lodging, The Ole Ken Hotel boasts a 4-star rating and is located on West Road. Travelers preferring this establishment note its rating of 4.3 out of 5.
See The Ole Ken HotelEagle Palace Hotel
119 Oginga Odinga Street
Why stay hereEagle Palace Hotel, rated 4.3 out of 5, provides a 4-star stay at 119 Oginga Odinga Street. Those prioritizing a reliably rated stay in Nakuru may choose this option.
See Eagle Palace HotelVienna Woods Holiday Inn Limited
Nakuru Showground Road
Why stay hereVienna Woods Holiday Inn Limited offers a 4-star experience at Nakuru Showground Road, maintaining a guest rating of 4.1 out of 5. It caters to those wanting amenities in Nakuru.
See Vienna Woods Holiday Inn LimitedZiwa Bush Lodge
Nakuru
Why stay hereZiwa Bush Lodge presents a 4-star option situated in Nakuru. It is an alternative for guests preferring a lodge experience in the town.
See Ziwa Bush LodgeSarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Lake Nakuru National Park
Why stay hereSarova Lion Hill Game Lodge provides a 4-star stay within Lake Nakuru National Park. Visitors interested in the park's environment can select this location.
See Sarova Lion Hill Game LodgeMbweha Camp Lake Nakuru
Congreve Conservancy
Why stay hereMbweha Camp Lake Nakuru, rated 4 stars, is located in Congreve Conservancy. This makes it suitable for travelers keen on activities in the conservancy.
See Mbweha Camp Lake NakuruSentrim Elementaita Lodge
Nakuru
Why stay hereFor a 4-star stay in Nakuru, Sentrim Elementaita Lodge is an option. Those seeking accommodations in the general Nakuru area might find this suitable.
See Sentrim Elementaita LodgeBrooks Lodge
17024 00100 Langa
Why stay hereBrooks Lodge offers a 4-star accommodation located at 17024 00100 Langa. This provides a designated lodging spot in the specified area.
See Brooks LodgeGrand Winston Hotel
B4 Nakuru Kabarak Road
Why stay hereGrand Winston Hotel presents a 4-star option at B4 Nakuru Kabarak Road. It is a choice for travelers looking to stay in Nakuru.
See Grand Winston HotelSandalwood Suites Nakuru Studios & One Bedroom Suites
Ronald Ngara Street Sandalwood Suites
Why stay hereSandalwood Suites Nakuru Studios & One Bedroom Suites, a 4-star establishment, is located on Ronald Ngara Street Sandalwood Suites. It suits guests needing studio or one-bedroom suite options.
See Sandalwood Suites Nakuru Studios & One Bedroom SuitesReens Vacation Rentals
A104 Eldoret Highway
Why stay hereReens Vacation Rentals, a 4-star option, is situated on A104 Eldoret Highway. This provides lodging for those traveling along the Eldoret Highway.
See Reens Vacation Rentals
How to choose
Top-rated in the city
Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru leads with a guest rating of 4.6 from 3986 reviews, and it carries a Nakuru address. The Ole Ken Hotel on West Road and Eagle Palace Hotel on Oginga Odinga Street each rate 4.3, from 1852 and 1496 reviews.
Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru · The Ole Ken Hotel · Eagle Palace Hotel
For a park stay
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge has a Lake Nakuru National Park address, the closest of the list to the park that draws visitors to Nakuru. Mbweha Camp Lake Nakuru sits in Congreve Conservancy. Both are 4-star, so a park-focused break can be built without leaving the southern edge of the city.
On the Elementaita side
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp in Soysambu Conservancy and Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge on Mbaruk Road are both 5-star, the highest class on this shortlist. Ol Muteita Lodge at Elementaita Gilgil and Sentrim Elementaita Lodge, which holds a Nakuru address, round out the Elementaita shore and the Gilgil road east.
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp · Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge · Ol Muteita Lodge · Sentrim Elementaita Lodge
Suites and long stays
Sandalwood Suites Nakuru Studios & One Bedroom Suites on Ronald Ngara Street is built for longer city stays.
Sandalwood Suites Nakuru Studios & One Bedroom Suites · Reens Vacation Rentals · Grand Winston Hotel
Where to stay in Nakuru
Elementaita
Ol Muteita Lodge stands at Elementaita Gilgil in Nakuru County. Elementaita lies east of Nakuru on the road towards Gilgil, the lake country beyond the city. This is where the 5-star camps and lodges of the shortlist sit, away from the city streets and on the shore side of the Rift Valley.
Our picks here: Ol Muteita Lodge
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru National Park lies on Nakuru's southern edge, the reason many visitors come. Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge has its address inside the park, so this is the place to pick when the park itself, rather than the city, is the point of the trip.
Our picks here: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Nakuru is reached by road from Nairobi, about 140 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line, and the city sits on the main road from Nairobi to western Kenya. That same road carries you on westward from Nakuru. Property addresses follow these routes: Reens Vacation Rentals is on the A104 Eldoret Highway, Grand Winston Hotel on the B4 Nakuru Kabarak Road, and Ol Muteita Lodge at Elementaita Gilgil to the east. Stays in the centre are searched and booked through IMPT, the booking partner behind this site.
When to go
Nakuru sits in the Rift Valley, where the year divides into a wetter and a drier half, and the lakes and the crater are the reasons to come. No dates or events are given on this page: pick your window and check availability live for your dates, since no rate is quoted here.
Things to do near Nakuru
Questions, answered
Which of these Nakuru hotels is the highest rated by guests?
Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru has a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 3986 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. The Ole Ken Hotel and Eagle Palace Hotel follow at 4.3, from 1852 and 1496 reviews.
Which hotels are closest to Lake Nakuru National Park?
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge has a Lake Nakuru National Park address and Mbweha Camp Lake Nakuru is in Congreve Conservancy.
Are there 5-star hotels in Nakuru?
Both lie on the Elementaita side rather than in the city centre itself.
Which hotels suit a city-centre stay?
The Ole Ken Hotel on West Road, Eagle Palace Hotel on Oginga Odinga Street, Vienna Woods Holiday Inn Limited on Showground Road and Sandalwood Suites on Ronald Ngara Street all have Nakuru city addresses, and Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru holds a Nakuru address with the top guest rating here.
Which hotels are good for families?
The suites at Sandalwood Suites Nakuru Studios & One Bedroom Suites on Ronald Ngara Street are set up for longer family stays, with studios and one-bedroom units. Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru, at 4.6 from 3986 reviews, is the best-reviewed city option for a family break.
Can I stay on the Elementaita side instead of in Nakuru town?
Yes. Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp in Soysambu Conservancy, Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge on Mbaruk Road, Ol Muteita Lodge at Elementaita Gilgil and Sentrim Elementaita Lodge all sit on the Elementaita and Gilgil side, east of the city.
How do I get to Nakuru?
Nakuru is reached by road from Nairobi. The city lies on the main road from Nairobi to western Kenya, about 140 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line. Several hotels here, such as Reens Vacation Rentals, sit on the highways leading into the city.
What is there to see in Nakuru?
Lake Nakuru National Park lies on the city's southern edge, and Menengai Crater rises north of the city. Nakuru itself is a city in the Rift Valley and the county seat of Nakuru County, on the road between Nairobi and western Kenya.