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Rock Hyrax Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Nakuru National Park

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
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Reception
Restaurant
Rock Hyrax Hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere with daily manager's reception and a peaceful garden for relaxation. Travelers love the attentive staff and free WiFi. Its proximity to historic sites makes it an ideal base for exploration.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hydromassage showerhead
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Hydromassage showerhead
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

Highlights

TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

Highlights

TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hydromassage showerhead
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nakuru, Rock Hyrax Hotel is near theme parks and in a provincial park. Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Nakuru National Park and Menengai Crater. Lake Elmenteita and Thomson Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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Old Nairobi Rd, Nakuru, Nakuru County

What's nearby

  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Menengai Crater - 18 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Lake Elmenteita - 21 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Makalia Falls Viewpoint - 39 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 179 min drive

About this property

Rock Hyrax Hotel

Hotel near Lake Nakuru National Park
Located close to Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site, Rock Hyrax Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • A nature reserve, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Rock Hyrax Hotel offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and bidets
  • 32-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free tea bags/instant coffee, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 581 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Rock Hyrax Hotel.
Rock Hyrax Hotel Hotel
Rock Hyrax Hotel Nakuru
Rock Hyrax Hotel Hotel Nakuru

Frequently asked questions

Is Rock Hyrax Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rock Hyrax Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rock Hyrax Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rock Hyrax Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Rock Hyrax Hotel located?

Situated in a provincial park, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Nakuru National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site and Menengai Crater. Lake Elmenteita is 13.1 mi (21.2 km) away.

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