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Sawela Capella Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with outdoor pool

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A hot tub, a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.
A house on a hill with a stone pathway leading to it, surrounded by greenery.
A wooden deck with a sofa and a table, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A large, circular building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake in the background.
A person standing by a large window overlooking a scenic landscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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capella resort, Nakuru, Nakuru, 00100
  • Place, Lake Elmenteita
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Nakuru National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, Partial Lake View

A neatly made bed with red and white bedding, wooden headboard, and bedside tables with lamps.

Deluxe Single Room, Partial Lake View

  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Lake View

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small table with a cake.

Deluxe Twin Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Nakuru

In Nakuru .You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Elmenteita and 12 miles (20 km) of Kariandusi Museum. Lake Nakuru National Park and Gilgil Stadium are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Elmenteita - 21 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 27 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Gilgil Stadium - 28 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Kariandusi Museum - 28 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site - 31 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panorama Park - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kikopey Nyama Choma - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lake Oil Elementaita Stop Over - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Epashikino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kenya Dolmuşu - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Sawela Capella Lodge

Luxurious 5-star lodge with outdoor pool
Sawela Capella Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Sawela Capella Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nakuru lodge.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sawela Capella Lodge offers 29 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Nakuru lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 18 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sawela Capella Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sawela Capella Lodge to the airport?

Sawela Capella Lodge is 89.7 mi (174-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sawela Capella Lodge?

As of Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sawela Capella Lodge on Jul 13, 2026 start from CA $197, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sawela Capella Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sawela Capella Lodge.

Does Sawela Capella Lodge offer free breakfast?

Sawela Capella Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sawela Capella Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Sawela Capella Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sawela Capella Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Sawela Capella Lodge have a pool?

Sawela Capella Lodge features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Sawela Capella Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Sawela Capella Lodge to downtown Nakuru?

Sawela Capella Lodge is 14.8 mi away from Nakuru.

Sawela Capella Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great views. Loved the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026