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The Sleeping Warrior

4.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool
Premium bedding, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Interior
Interior
Exterior
Escape to The Sleeping Warrior, where family-friendly vibes and relaxation blend together. Enjoy a continental breakfast on the terrace or unwind with a massage at the spa, then take advantage of the outdoor pool, children's pool, playground, library and restaurant.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Panoramic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 55 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Lake View

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Lake View

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 55 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Gilgil is home to The Sleeping Warrior. 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. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.
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Soysambu conservancy, Lake Elementaita, Gilgil, Nakuru

What's nearby

  • Lake Elmenteita - 20 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Gilgil Stadium - 32 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Kariandusi Museum - 35 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 37 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Makalia Falls Viewpoint - 47 min drive - 16.4 miles

About this property

The Sleeping Warrior

Upscale family-friendly guesthouse
At The Sleeping Warrior, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a facial. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Sleeping Warrior feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Guests 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 380.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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

Property is also known as

Sleeping Warrior House Gilgil
Sleeping Warrior Guesthouse Gilgil
Sleeping Warrior Gilgil
The Sleeping Warrior Gilgil
The Sleeping Warrior Guesthouse
The Sleeping Warrior Guesthouse Gilgil

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sleeping Warrior have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is The Sleeping Warrior pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sleeping Warrior?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sleeping Warrior?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sleeping Warrior?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Sleeping Warrior provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 380.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Sleeping Warrior located?

Located in Gilgil, this family-friendly guesthouse is 4.9 mi (8 km) from Lake Elmenteita, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Nakuru National Park and Kariandusi Museum. Gilgil Stadium is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) away.

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