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The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel
Mountain hostel in Nanyuki with winery and restaurant
- Free WiFi in lobby and free parking
- Collect stamps
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Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County, Kenya
Enhanced health and safety measures
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport transfer
- Kitchen
- Non-smoking
Property highlights
Main amenities
- 7 smoke-free guestrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Winery
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Nightclub
- Breakfast available
Feel at home
- Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Separate dining area
What’s around
- In a national park
- Mount Kenya National Park - 6.5 mi / 10.4 km
- Sweetwaters Game Reserve - 10.1 mi / 16.2 km
- Mount Kenya - 28.4 mi / 45.7 km
- Dedan Kimathi University of Technology - 29.5 mi / 47.5 km
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What’s around
Landmarks
- In a national park
- Mount Kenya National Park - 6.5 mi / 10.4 km
- Sweetwaters Game Reserve - 10.1 mi / 16.2 km
- Mount Kenya - 28.4 mi / 45.7 km
- Dedan Kimathi University of Technology - 29.5 mi / 47.5 km
Getting around
- Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 172 min drive
- Nanyuki (NYK) - 20 min drive
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
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Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County, Kenya
At a glance
Size
- 7 rooms
Arriving/leaving
- Check-in time 11:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
- Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property for check-in instructions.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
Transfers
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Parking
- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
- Smoke-free property
At the hostel
Food and drink
- English breakfast daily (surcharge)
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop/café
- 24-hour room service
Things to do
- Spa services on site
- Free bicycles on site
- Helicopter/airplane tours on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Mountain biking on site
- Nightclub
- Winery attached
Services
- Laundry facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Raised toilet seat
Languages Spoken
- English
- Swahili
In the room
Home comforts
- Minibar
- Espresso maker
- Coffee/tea maker
- Bathrobes
Sleep well
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
- Memory foam mattress
Things to enjoy
- Yard
- Fireplace
- Individually decorated
- Individually furnished
- Separate dining area
- Number of living rooms
- Separate sitting area
- Patio
Freshen up
- Shower only
- Designer toiletries
Be entertained
- 32-inch flat-screen TV
- Netflix
- Premium TV channels
- DVD player
Stay connected
- Desk
Food and drink
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Stovetop
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Dining
The Great Circle - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Refundable depositPay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
- Deposit: KES 0.50 per stay
Optional extras
- English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children (approximately)
- Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of KES 150 per vehicle (one-way)
Children & extra bedsPay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
- Airport shuttle service for children costs KES 150 (one-way)
Hygiene & cleanliness
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Policies
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
- The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Nanyuki
- The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
*See fees & policies for additional details or extra charges
FAQs
- This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
- Yes, there's free self parking.
- Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
- You can check in from 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
- Yes, The Great Circle offers local and international cuisine. Nearby restaurants include mlimaview gardens (2.4 mi), Frontiers Coffee Bar (3.4 mi), and Barney's Bar and Restaurant (3.4 mi).
- Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is KES 150 per vehicle one-way.
- Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub, a winery, and spa services. The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel also has access to a nearby health club.