Title: The Great Circle Lodge 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) # The Great Circle Lodge Mountain retreat where global flavors meet adventure: this lively hostel offers guests a chance to enjoy international cuisine and dance the night away ## Photo gallery for The Great Circle Lodge ![Exterior - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/b57d338a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/04c2036a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/53656a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/749d77a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/82ed5fc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar £35 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 11 - Jan 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite ![Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite | In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/88600249.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Freezer Champagne service Free bottled water - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/1c6f7be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Fan Rainfall showerhead Freezer Champagne service Free bottled water Icemaker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory ![In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/43063f99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Fan Rainfall showerhead 2 bathrooms Freezer Champagne service Free bottled water - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanyuki-Hotels-The-Great-Circle-Lodge.h39496731.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanyuki-Hotels-The-Great-Circle-Lodge.h39496731.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-0.04017%2C37.07464&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P-M6oSAe9vSLM34wR-MGBUVfp0k=) Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County #### What's nearby - Nanyuki Park \- 10 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Nanyuki Sports Club \- 12 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Nanyuki Show Ground \- 12 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Ol Pejeta Conservancy \- 24 min drive \- 10.2 miles - Mount Kenya National Park \- 33 min drive \- 10.2 miles #### Getting around - Nanyuki (NYK) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Checkers pub - ‬9 min drive - ‪Murphy's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dorman's Nanyuki - ‬9 min drive - ‪Falcon Heights Hotel - ‬11 min drive - ‪KFC Nanyuki - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### The Great Circle Lodge Hostel in the mountains At The Great Circle Lodge, you can look forward to a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. 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 hair salon and laundry facilities, 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, a vegetable garden and helicopter/aeroplane tours 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. 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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 ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 at the property ## 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) - 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 This property is managed by a professional host. 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, 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 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 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Great Circle Lodge? ### How much is parking at The Great Circle Lodge? ### What time is check-in at The Great Circle Lodge? ### What time is check-out at The Great Circle Lodge? ### Does The Great Circle Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Great Circle Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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