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Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast

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This lakeside lodge offers a peaceful retreat with SPA massages and a sunny terrace breakfast buffet. Families enjoy free in-room WiFi, and the garden's natural beauty is perfect for exploring. Childcare services are available upon request.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Minibar
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
66 Gilgil, Gilgil

What's nearby

  • Gilgil Stadium - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Kariandusi Museum - 10 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lake Elmenteita - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 32 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Lake Naivasha - 49 min drive - 47.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Choma Tamu Premier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake Oil Elementaita Stop Over - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪kipkopey - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kikopey - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Butors Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge

Family-friendly hotel by the lake
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Lord Cole, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, barbecues and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge include perks, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Blackout curtains and sound-insulated walls
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lord Cole

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Lake Elementaita Lodge Gilgil
Lake Elementaita Gilgil
Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge Gilgil
Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Gilgil
Jacaranda Lake Elementaita
Jacaranda Elementaita Gilgil
Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge Hotel
Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge Gilgil
Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge Hotel Gilgil

Frequently asked questions

Does Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge located?

This family-friendly Gilgil hotel is located on a lake, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Kariandusi Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Elmenteita and Gilgil Stadium. Lake Nakuru National Park and Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Roman

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vor 120 Jahren bestimmt eine gute Unterkunft!

Wenn Sie noch niue ein Hotel gebucht haben, das schon vor 20 Jahren hätte abgerissen werden sollen: Das Jacaranda ist ein leuchtendes Anschauungsobjekt! Die Lage ist zwar ansprechend und auch das Personal ist sehr nett, aber ansonsten ist es eine Lotterbude!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and had a beautiful view. The lodge os also very close to the main highway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Antony, Accra Ghana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming, exceeded my expectations

Great view, welcoming staff, very good accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A quick trip from Karen and a vepleasant stop over

My first visit and I was very interested in Lord Cole and the hotels history.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Patricia, Kenya & Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get-away

We have stayed here three times before with the first two being excellent, but the third disappointing after it changed ownership. Now it seems to be back on track. The grounds are again well kept, the rooms clean and comfortable, even if you might have to wait a while for the hot water to come through. Beds are extremely comfortable . A lot of families came to spend the Christmas holiday and children had a great time with a staff member obviously designated to entertain them. Meals were buffet style while the hotel was full, so nothing gourmet but a plentiful and well presented variety. On our first day we ordered from the menu. when there were few people. The pool is lovely, and very clean, but be prepared for the low temperature. The management thoughtfully provided entertainment each evening (singers, dancers, acrobats) and offered organised excursions (bird watching, nature walks) to those that wished.

8/10 Good

Matthew, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely place

The staff here were exceptionally attentive and friendly. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. Hotel needs upgrading in some respects, but the idiosyncrasies are easy to overlook because of the positives. beautiful gardens and surroundings. Very peaceful and serene, isolated (in a good way) location. Will visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect place to relax because of the views and birds, but simultaneously a productive place to get work done because great wifi. Meals were excellent. Staff were amazing, attentive without being intrusive. Ambrose was particularly kind. It was nice to be near town but away form the hustle and bustle and noise.

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel overlooks a beautiful lake, has a pool to cool off in and the food/ service was excellent. Maybe some people would think the bathroom was a bit dated but it all still works

4/10 Poor

Sam, ねりま

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

豪華なホテルに誠意の感じられないスタッフ

チエックインの時は、実ににこやか。おしぼりにジュースのサービスまで。私のザックを運んでくれたスタッフが、日本語の挨拶を披露しながら、やたら馴れ馴れしい。灰皿を持って来た時には、日本のタバコか、としげしげと銘柄を覗き込む。チップが欲しいが私が反応しないので、せめてタバコでも、ということか？ 夕食時の食堂は、中は大勢の白人客を中心に騒がしい。まだ空席は残っているがどうしようか、と迷っていると席はここだ、と庭に面したテラス席に案内される。まあ、こちらの方が静かでいいか。ふと気づくと、テラス席には、隣のケニア人らしい2人組と私だけ。夜気はそれなりに寒い。このホテルには、席の選択権も無いのか！？　翌朝の朝食時は更にヒドイ。念のため、席は決まっているのか、と問うと昨夜･今朝と 決まっているとぶっきらぼうに答える。そのエラソーな態度！誰が、何の権限があってそう決めたのだ？朝はレセプションのスタッフも、昨夜と打って変わって無愛想な態度。ガイド付きの湖までのウオーキングを申し込んだが、散々待たされた。この対応の豹変と態度の悪さの理由は何か？初っ端のポーター役をしたスタッフが、チップも渡さない悪い客と評判を立てたのか、と勘繰り、ウオーキングガイドのスタッフに尋ねてみたが、特に慣習として根付いているわけではなく、客がいい印象を持てば、しるしとして渡すことはあるし 、渡さなくてもいいし、場合によっては通貨ではないコインを渡すこともある、とのこと。すると何が原因か？私は宿に着いた時に、バックパッカー並のザック（かなり古びて汚れた）を担いで現れているので、当初の下にも置かない歓待ぶりの方が意外だった。また、食事時には、中の食堂にもケニア人らしい客が何人もいたので、単なる白人優先主義とも思えないし、最初に顔を合わせている以上、マイナーな東洋人差別でもないらしい。謎は残る。いずれにしても、敷地も広大で、施設も豪華なこういうホテルは私の好みではないし、向こうも私のような客は好まないだろう。そのへんはお互い様で、こちらも、それでも一番安い宿として選んだのだが。なお、このホテルをナクル湖国立公園のエリアとして紹介しているのは、はっきり言って間違っている。ここは全く別のElementaita湖という湖に近い宿で、国立公園とは別のエリアになる。幸い、今回この湖でフラミンゴを見ることができたが、元々の予定はナクルの町の近くで一泊、そこで情報を得た上で、北の方のボゴリア湖に向かおうか、と考えていた。ナクルの町を過ぎて、バスがどんどん南下、1時間近くも走行を続け、こりゃ完全に目算違いだった、と落胆していた。エリアの違いは旅の目的を台なしにするので、是非、厳密にやって頂きたい。

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Phenominal

Beautiful location and a friendly staff.

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lars-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018