Skip to Main Content.
List your propertySupportTrips
Unlock instant savings with Member Prices
Sign in
Feedback

The Great Circle Lodge

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Mount Kenya National Park

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Great Circle Lodge

Property grounds
Interior
Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel offers a mountain getaway with local and international dishes at the restaurant, an on-site winery, and nearby hiking and biking trails with free bike rentals. Past visitors consistently praise their experience.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$22
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Check availability for tonight Oct 3 - Oct 4
Tomorrow
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Check availability for tomorrow Oct 4 - Oct 5
Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Freezer
Icemaker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Basic Room

In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Freezer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Freezer
Icemaker
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory

In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Freezer
Icemaker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Tent

Basic Tent | Living area

Basic Tent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fan
Day bed
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Futon
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County

What's nearby

  • Nanyuki Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Nanyuki Sports Club - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Nanyuki Show Ground - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Ol Pejeta Conservancy - 32 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Mount Kenya National Park - 33 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Nanyuki (NYK) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murphy's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sherlock's Bistro, Den & Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dorman's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC Nanyuki - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Falcon Heights Hotel - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Great Circle Lodge

Hostel in the mountains
At The Great Circle Lodge, you can look forward to a nightclub, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hostel. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Great Circle, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, English breakfast (surcharge) and bike hire
  • Access to a nearby health club, games and barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks such as sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers and toilet paper
  • A personal chef, ice makers and freezers

Similar properties

Front of property

The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki

  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 2 reviews
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Glacier Hotel Nanyuki

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 miles
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Bingo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Music library
  • Nightclub
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Roll-in shower (102 centimetre wide)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 500.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for KES 500.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: KES 0.50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: KES 1000 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: KES 500.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 500.0 per day

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Nanyuki
The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Circle Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Circle Lodge?

As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Circle Lodge on 16 Oct 2025 start from NZ$21.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Great Circle Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Circle Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Great Circle Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Great Circle Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of KES 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Great Circle Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this hostel is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Mount Kenya National Park, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Mount Kenya and Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.