You're eligible for a Genius discount at The Great Circle Lodge! To save at this property, all you have to do is sign in.

With mountain views, The Great Circle Lodge is set in Nanyuki and has a restaurant, a kids' club, bar, garden, terrace and children's playground. Free WiFi is featured. Some units also have a kitchen equipped with a fridge, a dishwasher, and an oven. Guests at the lodge can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Ironing facilities, free private parking and a business centre are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go cycling nearby. Solio Game Reserve is 39 km from The Great Circle Lodge, while Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy is 8.9 km away. The nearest airport is Nanyuki, 5 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site


Sign in, save money
Sign in, save money
You could save 10% or more at this property when you sign in

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
2 large double beds
1 large double bed
6 bunk beds
and
1 futon bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Nanyuki
Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Mario
    Germany Germany
    The traditional huts, the clean environment, the security, the kind staff and the grat evenings in the bar with good music at the fire place was that amazing to extend our stay for 2 more days. We will come back in our next Kenya vacation.
  • Emma
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice garden, and nice bar with open fire. Good food en tasteful huts with 2 and 4 beds. Near Mt.Kenya.
  • L
    Léna
    France France
    Really nice place with lots of places to chill! The people were really nice

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic

Facilities of The Great Circle Lodge

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • Shower
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Game drives
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Higher level toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules

The Great Circle Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 11:00 to 12:00

Check-out

From 10:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card UnionPay debit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash The Great Circle Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Great Circle Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about The Great Circle Lodge

  • Check-in at The Great Circle Lodge is from 11:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The Great Circle Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The Great Circle Lodge is 3.7 miles from the centre of Nanyuki. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Great Circle Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Room options at The Great Circle Lodge include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Dormitory Room

  • The prices at The Great Circle Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Great Circle Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Kids' club
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live music/performance
    • Walking tours
    • Entertainment staff
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Happy hour
    • Game drives
    • Bike tours
    • Cooking class