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Kivu Resort - Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Lake Nakuru National Park

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Food and drink
Ropes course (team building)
Exterior
A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.
Gym

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Flamingo Road 2, Nakuru, 20100
  • Place, Lake Nakuru National Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Menengai Crater
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Elmenteita
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Nakuru

In Nakuru .At this Nakuru hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Nakuru National Park and 3 miles (5 km) of Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site. Menengai Crater is within 12 miles (20 km) and Lake Elmenteita is within 25 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Menengai Crater - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Lake Elmenteita - 31 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Makalia Falls Viewpoint - 50 min drive - 47.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Eclipse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chilis Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taidys - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lanet Country Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Darajani Meat Centre - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Kivu Resort - Hostel

Family-friendly stay near Lake Nakuru National Park
Kivu Resort - Hostel offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Kivu Resort - Hostel. Self parking is free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kivu Resort - Hostel offers 66 accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

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 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Lap pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ropes course

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 70.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Kivu Resort Hostel Nakuru

Kivu Resort Hostel

Kivu Resort - Hostel Nakuru

Kivu Resort - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Kivu Resort - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nakuru

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kivu Resort - Hostel to the airport?

Kivu Resort - Hostel is 108.5 mi (210-min drive) away from the Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kivu Resort - Hostel on May 25, 2026 start from CA $35, 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 Kivu Resort - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kivu Resort - Hostel.

Does Kivu Resort - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Kivu Resort - Hostel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Kivu Resort - Hostel have a pool?

Kivu Resort - Hostel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Kivu Resort - Hostel have a restaurant?

Kivu Resort - Hostel is home to Bistro, which features local and international cuisine.

Does Kivu Resort - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Kivu Resort - Hostel to downtown Nakuru?

Kivu Resort - Hostel is 1 mi away from Nakuru.

Kivu Resort - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a Get-Out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
When we checked in they said payment had not been recieved from expedia, They said not to worry they would sort it, Also breakfast was included in the reservation but they said it was not included. When we went to check out we were told no payment had been recieved, it was not sorted. I had to spend the last morning sorting this out with expedia, I had to call expedia who was extremely helpful they immediatly called the property and refunded my money, Instead of enjoying my breakfast and the pool I spent my last day sorting this. I turns out there was a glich in their system for payment. The lady at reception was very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The listing advertised wifi which was not available most of the time and when it was available, it was very weak and slow. The same can be said for the shower. Little to no hot water. Also, the picture in the listing is nothing like the room I was in. The picture showed a small refrigerator and in-room safe. Neither were present.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nele

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

Perfect for families with kids

We had a very nice stay in kivu resort. The kids enjoyed the pool and the kids Paradise. Not far from town, easy to reach with tuktuk
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

C

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good thing is its close to the nakuru national park. Terrible.. Has great potential.. It needs major renovation. Tv could work. The food waa horrible...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

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

Fantastic budget hotel

Our hearts sank when we first arrived off the dusty streets, but what a surprise lay in store for us!! Kivu really is a tranquil oasis, leaving the madness of Nakuru behind. It has a beautiful garden with an incredible 20 meter swimming pool. The staff were so friendly, i really recommend this place if you are looking for a fantastic budget hotel. We are a family of 4, the children slept in a separate room to us (14&16), it felt very safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Ned

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful pools. Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remains a Pleasant average place for over several years
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Anna

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

Budget resort near Lake Nakuru National Park

Reception was efficient upon checking in, however failed to advise us on the amenities available and their location. Restaurant took a long time to cook our food and when it arrived it was very small portions. The rooms are very basic and the bathroom we had was tiny for the 4 persons we had sharing. Not every bed had a net, and the sheets had random stains on them. This resort is a budget resort and not bad if you're up for giving up some of your luxuries when going on safari.

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Les chambres ressemblent à des cellules de prison

Confort plus que basique, etablissement un peu triste. Salle de bain d un autre age.Il y a mieux, mais c’est pas cher
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

AM, de

Liked: Cleanliness
Große Hotelanlage mit großen Pools und (Kinder-)Freizeitpark, etwas abgewohnter Allgemeinzustand, gutes Wifi
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

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

Bonne adresse de sejour

Un des derniers hôtel de la ville proche de l'entrée du national park. Personnel très accueillant. Chambre grande et propre. Grande piscine très agréable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018