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Reviews of Jacaranda Lake Elementeita Lodge This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

66-20116, 20100 Gilgil, Kenya

#2 of 6 hotels in Gilgil

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 58 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.7

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: April 28, 2024

    8.0
    a peaceful get away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I recommend they offer traditional Kenyan food choices along with what they are already serving. The rooms are nice, the chairs could be a bit bigger and better cushioned as a suggestion.

    the location and views are quite good, and it is nice and quiet. The grounds are well done and lots of birds around the grounds. The service was very good, and the staff were very attentive. Staff were generous with their time, took us on a bird watching tour down by the lake and a 4 hour hike to a local 200 meter hill with great views of Elementaita and surrounding areas.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not close to the lake ☺️

    The ambiance of the hotel is great

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice friendly staff; good breakfast with cereal, eggs, bacon, and sausages! Nice pool and beautiful view from the main house and dining area. Would recommend!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2023

    9.0
    Great Place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The place is Amaizing.With great views, great food and awesome staff.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2023

    7.0
    Jacaranda Elementaita
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom in the room needs to be upgraded. The water was lukewarm and water sort of trickled....the pressure may have been too low or is it the design of the shower. The bath towels are too old! Limited food variety at dinner and breakfast.

    The quietness of the place, room was comfortable.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room furniture is very old

    Location , views , staff

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2023

    9.0
    Great value, peaceful place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Other reviews say the property is dated. It is, but perfectly functional. You need to be realistic with the location and the price you are paying. I found some of the dated features charming.

    The rooms are clean and spacious and the beds are very comfortable. It was so peaceful, I slept so well that I stayed an extra night. The staff are extra attentive and want to make sure you are having a nice time. The location is lovely, you can see wildlife from the terrace. It’s very reasonably priced.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2023

    7.0
    Beautiful setting for a relaxing weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The food quality was uneven - very good a la carte lunch and dinner, but breakfast was not as good.

    Stunning location, beautiful grounds, friendly staff. A very knowledgeable staff member took us on a nature walk down to the lake and told us all about the birds, plants and geological history of the area. The beds were comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2023

    8.0
    An interesting and worthwhile experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The standard is a bit limit, but finally ok. Some investments are needed, that would provide more business as well, eventually.

    The place has a interesting history, an old farm house of early European settlers. The farmhouse has kept its old charm, and the entire set-up is a bit "Seventies Style". It is very well placed, to make a little drive to Lake Elementaita, where, when we were there, plenty of flamingos can be found crowning the lake shores. The beauty of the Rift Valley Lakes. The pool was very well maintained. The entire structure could benefit from a little lift-up, but the charm should be maintained. Could even be improved by people who have a sense for that old style.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyed my stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would be nice to have a proper shower cubicle instead of standing in the bath tab or provide an antislip bath mat to be used in the shower.

    The staff were very friendly. I loved the food and the portions. Went on a weekday, so I got the peace and quiet time needed before it got busy over the weekend. The pool was constantly kept clean.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2023

    7.0
    Good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place needs a serious uplift. The gardens around are great but all infrastructure looks very outdated. Especially the reception area looks quite disappointing.

    The staff were great, the pool is refreshing on a nice hot day and its only a short drive to the Lake. The location is great. The views from the dining area are stunning.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2023

    8.0
    Very ambient
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great pool and view. Perfect for a quiet getaway

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2023

    9.0
    Best Start Of 2023
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The food was amazing but offering something to drink outside of the normal tea and coffee during lunch & dinner would have been great.

    The staff were amazing, right from Patrick at reception to Geoffrey & Timothy who served us during our stay there. The lodge was also very quiet which brought a much needed escape from the noisy city life. The lodge also fulfilled a request that I made during booking which helped with the birthday surprise that I was organising!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    bedroom needs update to be modernized

    the view to the lake is amazing

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It looked that the resort has just opened up after a long time closure.

    It's a nice resort for someone who wants quiet and peace. Staff were very helpful and accommodating in everything. Overall a nice place. Kids really enjoyed the swimming pool.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: December 13, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    To have more variety of foods. Should provide tea and coffee in room

    The Senerity, off from the highway and close to the lake. It is a complete cut off from the concrete jungle.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bath room need an update as they are not very modern.

    Very interesting place and historical house, the staff was so friendly and kind with the kids. We enjoyed the dinner in front of the fire place in the living room, felt like at home.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2021

    7.0
    Lovely Place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dinner menu could have been better and should have live cooking

    All The staff were super friendly

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    10
    Secret escape
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was faultless

    6 - 9 April 2024, we decided to treat ourselves for our wedding anniversary to a stay for a few nights at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge visiting Lake Nakuru and Elementaita in our 4x4. For our first night we had the hotel to ourselves, the pool was very clean and perfect for chilling out in. The food is delicious served in the Lord Cole Restaurant and meal times are flexible, just ask what suits. Chef and Maitre d'Hotel, are attentive and provide a personal welcome, catering to our diets no problem. The hotel had strong wifi everywhere, the bedroom was very comfortable with premium bedding. There is a flat screen TV in the room which we have not looked at. There is piping hot water in the bathroom and shower which arrives after a running the taps for a while. Bath and shower heated by Kuni booster. This morning the hotel provided a guide who took us to Lord Cole’s monument, to the shore of the lake and to Kariandusi Site Museum. Lots of flamingos at Lake Elementaita and other beautiful birds…… everything here is peaceful with beautiful views, we remain on safari It is an old hotel which is not in top condition with old bathrooms waiting to be done up when funds allow, don’t expect a modern top class hotel. Our bathroom is in pink, very 70’s. The staff are all charming and doing their best.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very comfortable

    I liked atraction

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good

    I like

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room service

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    3.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The structure of the property is in a poor state

    The staff only

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 18, 2023

    10
    Nostalgia and perfect situation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi in the room didn’t work

    Views on the magnificent garden, the pool and the nostalgic main building with the history.

    Stayed in September 2023

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