The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hostel with a winery, in the vicinity of Mount Kenya National Park
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Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Spa
- Room service
- Breakfast available
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
Explore the area
Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County
- Nanyuki Park9 min drive
- Nanyuki Show Ground10 min drive
- Nanyuki Sports Club11 min drive
- Nanyuki (NYK)34 min drive
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The price is NZ$214
NZ$214
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
About the area
Nanyuki
At The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel, you'll be 15.7 km (9.8 mi) from Mount Kenya National Park and 45.7 km (28.4 mi) from Mount Kenya. Highlights at this hostel include a winery, a restaurant and in-room kitchens. .The restaurant, The Great Circle, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the nightclub along with access to free bike hire and mountain biking. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. English breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Nanyuki hostel, you'll be 47.3 km (29.4 mi) from Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
What's nearby
- Nanyuki Park - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
- Nanyuki Show Ground - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
- Nanyuki Sports Club - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
- Mount Kenya National Park - 31 min drive - 15.8 km
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy - 33 min drive - 17.3 km
Getting around
- Nanyuki (NYK) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
- The Nook Cafe & Bar - 8 min drive
- Falcon Heights Hotel - 11 min drive
- Jibs Cafe Bistro - 9 min drive
- Java House, Cedar Mall, Nanyuki - 10 min drive
- KFC Nanyuki - 10 min drive
About this property
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel
Hostel with a winery, in the vicinity of Mount Kenya National Park
A winery is on site. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.
There's an onsite business centre. A nightclub, spa services, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.
This Nanyuki hostel is smoke free.
- 7 guestrooms or units
- Winery on site
- Nightclub
- Deli
- Business facilities
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Beauty salon
- No smoking on site
- Bar or lounge
- Coffee shop
- Dining venue
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.
32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes. Additionally, rooms include minibars and espresso makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.
Languages
English, Swahili
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Free self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
- Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Couples/private dining
- Private picnics
- Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
- The Great Circle
Family friendly
- DVD player
- In-room kitchen
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
- Laundry facilities
- Living room
- Separate in-room dining area
- Snack bar/deli
- Soundproofed rooms
- Trampoline
Conveniences
- Hair salon
- Laundry facilities
- Safe at front desk
- Vending machine
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Proposal/romance packages
- Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
- Business centre
Outdoors
- In a national park
- In the mountains
Spa
- Spa services
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Raised toilet seat
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
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- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Memory foam mattress
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Children's robes
- Designer toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
- DVD player
- Netflix
- Streaming services
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Blender
- Champagne service
- Chef service
- Cleaning supplies
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Espresso maker
- Freezer
- Griddle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Minibar
- Mixer
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Rice cooker
- Separate dining area
- Spices
- Toaster
- Toaster oven
- Wet bar
More
- Access via exterior corridors
- Desk
- Electrical adapters
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Laptop-compatible safe
- Living room
- Separate sitting area
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: KES 0.50 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for English breakfast: from approximately KES 500 for adults and from KES 500 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: KES 150 per vehicle (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 150 (one-way)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Nanyuki
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?
Yep, The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel has a free self car park.
Is there a spa on site at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.
What makes The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel a romantic place to stay?
An attached winery and couples dining, as well as memory foam beds and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel.
Does The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel serve breakfast?
You bet, English breakfast is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel?
No, pets are not allowed.
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