Title: White Thorn Cottages Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # White Thorn Cottages Cottages in Gilgil with kitchenettes and balconies ## Photo gallery for White Thorn Cottages ![Outdoor pool - White Thorn Cottages (Gilgil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/c0c5e95d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - White Thorn Cottages (Gilgil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/c10a95f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, bed sheets - White Thorn Cottages (Gilgil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/b4eebe8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle - White Thorn Cottages (Gilgil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/152b0f9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - White Thorn Cottages (Gilgil)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/4ecbeb42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at White Thorn Cottages. ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill £106 includes taxes & fees 7 Feb - 8 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=36872980&PinnedHotelID=36872980&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Studio ![Studio | Premium bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/a8d12a51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio ### Highlights Balcony or patio Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Washing machine Premium bedding Private bathroom Microwave - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Cottage, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/2ba0ef53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed ### Highlights Balcony or patio Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Washing machine Premium bedding Private bathroom Microwave - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Cottage, Multiple Beds ![Cottage, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36873000/36872980/b4eebe8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Balcony or patio Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Washing machine Premium bedding Private bathroom Microwave - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNakuru-Hotels-White-Thorn-Cottages.h36872980.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNakuru-Hotels-White-Thorn-Cottages.h36872980.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Gilgil is home to White Thorn Cottages. Kariandusi Museum and Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Nakuru National Park and Lake Elmenteita. [Visit our Gilgil travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gilgil.dx6126361) [View more Cottages in Gilgil](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gilgil-Cottages.d6126361-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.45738%2C36.26715&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qe-oSdq4giHHu01drXgSyZ_BCdk=) Nairobi-Nakuru Highway, Gilgil ### What's nearby - ![Flamingos on the lake. Kenya. Africa. Nakuru National Park. Lake Bogoria National Reserve. An excellent illustration.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635959772699/d94f88ac-8439-4271-a1cc-cc431d1147e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Elmenteita 13 min drive \- 5.3 miles - ![After a wonderful trip to Masai Mara we took a small detour to go to Lake Nakuru to see their famed white rhinos. We were not disappointed. Here is the endangered species with its young calf making it an extra special moment. I think sepia rendition works best for this beautiful animal. #wildlife photo contest ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143940/63c01722-0faf-4633-8d60-1b7506bd94bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Nakuru National Park 22 min drive \- 18.9 miles - ![Pelicans in Lake Naivasha, Kenya,](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125200/92981b60-4731-4e50-b534-3a966322a920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Naivasha 49 min drive \- 31.1 miles - Kariandusi Museum 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Menengai Crater 39 min drive \- 29.2 miles ### Restaurants - kipkopey 5 min drive - Lake Oil Elementaita Stop Over 4 min drive - Kikopey 5 min drive - Choma Tamu Premier 7 min drive - Kenya Dolmuşu 4 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### White Thorn Cottages Cottages in Gilgil with kitchenettes and balconies Along with an outdoor pool, this cottage has laundry facilities and a garden. Self parking is free. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. All 15 accommodations have flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and feature kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Guests will also find washing machines, balconies or patios and premium bedding. White Thorn Cottages offers 15 accommodations with free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as White Thorn Cottages Gilgil White Thorn Cottages Gilgil White Thorn Cottages Cottage White Thorn Cottages Cottage Gilgil White Thorn Cottages Gilgil White Thorn Cottages Cottage White Thorn Cottages Cottage Gilgil ## Frequently asked questions ### Does White Thorn Cottages have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at White Thorn Cottages? ### Is White Thorn Cottages pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at White Thorn Cottages? ### What time is check-in at White Thorn Cottages? ### What time is check-out at White Thorn Cottages? ### Where is White Thorn Cottages located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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