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Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge

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A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and palm trees. - Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge (Gilgil)
A two-story building with a patio area, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn. - Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge (Gilgil)
A patio with a stone table and a view of a grassy field with trees and a sunset in the background. - Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge (Gilgil)
A garden with various plants and trees, including a palm tree and red flowers. - Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge (Gilgil)
A room with two beds, a small table, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside. - Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge (Gilgil)
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Lord Cole, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table with a bowl of fruit, and a television on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a vase and water bottles.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Gilgil, Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge is in a national park and on a lake. 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. Visit our Gilgil travel guide
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66 Gilgil, Gilgil

What's nearby

  • A group of flamingos standing in shallow water with their reflections visible.
    Lake Elmenteita
    5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • A rhinoceros in a grassy field with trees in the background.
    Lake Nakuru National Park
    20 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Gilgil Stadium
    5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Kariandusi Museum
    7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
    25 min drive - 22.6 miles

Restaurants

  • Kikopey Nyama Choma
    4 min drive
  • Choma Tamu Premier
    6 min drive
  • Kipkokey
    4 min drive
  • Ideal Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Epashikino
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lord Cole

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge have a pool?

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

Is Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge?

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

Where is Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Kariandusi Museum and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Gilgil Stadium. Lake Nakuru National Park and Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Phenominal

Beautiful location and a friendly staff.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vor 120 Jahren bestimmt eine gute Unterkunft!

Wenn Sie noch niue ein Hotel gebucht haben, das schon vor 20 Jahren hätte abgerissen werden sollen: Das Jacaranda ist ein leuchtendes Anschauungsobjekt! Die Lage ist zwar ansprechend und auch das Personal ist sehr nett, aber ansonsten ist es eine Lotterbude!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and had a beautiful view. The lodge os also very close to the main highway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming, exceeded my expectations

Great view, welcoming staff, very good accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A quick trip from Karen and a vepleasant stop over

My first visit and I was very interested in Lord Cole and the hotels history.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get-away

We have stayed here three times before with the first two being excellent, but the third disappointing after it changed ownership. Now it seems to be back on track. The grounds are again well kept, the rooms clean and comfortable, even if you might have to wait a while for the hot water to come through. Beds are extremely comfortable . A lot of families came to spend the Christmas holiday and children had a great time with a staff member obviously designated to entertain them. Meals were buffet style while the hotel was full, so nothing gourmet but a plentiful and well presented variety. On our first day we ordered from the menu. when there were few people. The pool is lovely, and very clean, but be prepared for the low temperature. The management thoughtfully provided entertainment each evening (singers, dancers, acrobats) and offered organised excursions (bird watching, nature walks) to those that wished.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely place

The staff here were exceptionally attentive and friendly. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. Hotel needs upgrading in some respects, but the idiosyncrasies are easy to overlook because of the positives. beautiful gardens and surroundings. Very peaceful and serene, isolated (in a good way) location. Will visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect place to relax because of the views and birds, but simultaneously a productive place to get work done because great wifi. Meals were excellent. Staff were amazing, attentive without being intrusive. Ambrose was particularly kind. It was nice to be near town but away form the hustle and bustle and noise.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel overlooks a beautiful lake, has a pool to cool off in and the food/ service was excellent. Maybe some people would think the bathroom was a bit dated but it all still works
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

豪華なホテルに誠意の感じられないスタッフ

チエックインの時は、実ににこやか。おしぼりにジュースのサービスまで。私のザックを運んでくれたスタッフが、日本語の挨拶を披露しながら、やたら馴れ馴れしい。灰皿を持って来た時には、日本のタバコか、としげしげと銘柄を覗き込む。チップが欲しいが私が反応しないので、せめてタバコでも、ということか？ 夕食時の食堂は、中は大勢の白人客を中心に騒がしい。まだ空席は残っているがどうしようか、と迷っていると席はここだ、と庭に面したテラス席に案内される。まあ、こちらの方が静かでいいか。ふと気づくと、テラス席には、隣のケニア人らしい2人組と私だけ。夜気はそれなりに寒い。このホテルには、席の選択権も無いのか！？　翌朝の朝食時は更にヒドイ。念のため、席は決まっているのか、と問うと昨夜･今朝と 決まっているとぶっきらぼうに答える。そのエラソーな態度！誰が、何の権限があってそう決めたのだ？朝はレセプションのスタッフも、昨夜と打って変わって無愛想な態度。ガイド付きの湖までのウオーキングを申し込んだが、散々待たされた。この対応の豹変と態度の悪さの理由は何か？初っ端のポーター役をしたスタッフが、チップも渡さない悪い客と評判を立てたのか、と勘繰り、ウオーキングガイドのスタッフに尋ねてみたが、特に慣習として根付いているわけではなく、客がいい印象を持てば、しるしとして渡すことはあるし 、渡さなくてもいいし、場合によっては通貨ではないコインを渡すこともある、とのこと。すると何が原因か？私は宿に着いた時に、バックパッカー並のザック（かなり古びて汚れた）を担いで現れているので、当初の下にも置かない歓待ぶりの方が意外だった。また、食事時には、中の食堂にもケニア人らしい客が何人もいたので、単なる白人優先主義とも思えないし、最初に顔を合わせている以上、マイナーな東洋人差別でもないらしい。謎は残る。いずれにしても、敷地も広大で、施設も豪華なこういうホテルは私の好みではないし、向こうも私のような客は好まないだろう。そのへんはお互い様で、こちらも、それでも一番安い宿として選んだのだが。なお、このホテルをナクル湖国立公園のエリアとして紹介しているのは、はっきり言って間違っている。ここは全く別のElementaita湖という湖に近い宿で、国立公園とは別のエリアになる。幸い、今回この湖でフラミンゴを見ることができたが、元々の予定はナクルの町の近くで一泊、そこで情報を得た上で、北の方のボゴリア湖に向かおうか、と考えていた。ナクルの町を過ぎて、バスがどんどん南下、1時間近くも走行を続け、こりゃ完全に目算違いだった、と落胆していた。エリアの違いは旅の目的を台なしにするので、是非、厳密にやって頂きたい。
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018