Title: The Great Circle Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Great Circle Lodge Mountain retreat where global flavors meet adventure: this lively hostel offers guests a chance to enjoy international cuisine and dance the night away ## Photo gallery for The Great Circle Lodge ![Exterior - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/b57d338a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/53656a8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/749d77a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/04c2036a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine - The Great Circle Lodge (Nanyuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/82ed5fc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel offers a mountain getaway with local and international dishes at the restaurant, an on-site winery, and nearby hiking and biking trails with free bike rentals. Past visitors consistently praise their experience. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=39496731&PinnedHotelID=39496731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite ![Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/88600249.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Mobility Accessible, Ensuite ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Fan Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Freezer Ice maker Champagne service - Garden view - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Basic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/1c6f7be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Fan Rainfall showerhead Freezer Ice maker Champagne service Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory ![In-room safe, individually furnished, soundproofing, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39496800/39496731/43063f99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Fan 2 bathrooms Rainfall showerhead Freezer Ice maker Champagne service - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanyuki-Hotels-The-Great-Circle-Lodge.h39496731.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNanyuki-Hotels-The-Great-Circle-Lodge.h39496731.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Nanyuki, The Great Circle Lodge is near the airport and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Kenya National Park and Mount Kenya. Dedan Kimathi University of Technology is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. [Visit our Nanyuki travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki.dx6143942) [View more Hostels in Nanyuki](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanyuki-Hostels.d6143942-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.04017%2C37.07464&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P-M6oSAe9vSLM34wR-MGBUVfp0k=) Nanyuki, Nanyuki, Nyeri County ### What's nearby - ![The Huntress The intense stare, concentration, and stealth approach of the huntress towards her prey is a vision to behold. In a pride of lions, the lioness is typically responsible for the hunting. Hunts are most often conducted in the evening, but hunger trumps any rules of the jungle. Early this morning, we spotted this female sauntering with purpose. A lone waterbuck was grazing at a nearby watering hole. The cat was honed in on this potential meal and silently moved into position without a sound. The water buck was oblivious to the hunter creeping ever so closely. We sat in our safari vehicle and observed the huntress close the gap of her prey to less than 30 yards. She crouched in the grass and we waited. Read what happened next at the link in the bio! #huntress #lioness #Lion #Hunt #Kenya #WhyILoveKenya #OlPejetaConservancy #Laikipia #Safari #SafariwithKids #KidsonSafari #FamilyTravel #FamilyTravelBlogger #Travel #TravelBlogger #TravelwithKids #TravelwithLittles #Wild #Wildlife #Canon60D #TroveOn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143942/b3579d8d-2eb0-4eb8-b94a-8123ba480d17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ol Pejeta Conservancy 24 min drive \- 16.5 km - ![Manada de Elefantes en la Vasta Sabana de Kenia al Atardecer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101795/7819004f-0709-496a-83e9-1aafa77a0786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Kenya National Park 33 min drive \- 16.4 km - Nanyuki Park 10 min drive \- 8.8 km - Nanyuki Sports Club 12 min drive \- 10.9 km - Nanyuki Show Ground 12 min drive \- 10.9 km ### Getting around - Nanyuki (NYK) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Club Zero % 8 min drive - Murphy's Nanyuki 9 min drive - Falcon Heights Hotel 11 min drive - Checkers pub 9 min drive - Dorman's Nanyuki 9 min drive ## About this property ### The Great Circle Lodge Hostel in the mountains At The Great Circle Lodge, you can look forward to a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Great Circle, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a hair salon and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Limo/town car service, English breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals - Access to a nearby health club, helicopter/airplane tours, and games Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 mi - 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) - Train station shuttle on request - Bus station shuttle (surcharge) - Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge) - Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge) - Limo/town car service - Free uncovered self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Couples/private dining - Private picnics - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - The Great Circle ### Things to do - Bicycle cleaning area - Bicycle rentals - Bicycle storage - Bicycle tours - Bingo - Books - Games - Helicopter/airplane tours ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Living room - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms - Trampoline ### Conveniences - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - In a national park - In the mountains - Outdoor entertainment area - Vegetable garden ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in room - No elevator (single-level property) - Roll-in shower (40 inches wide) - Smooth flooring in room - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Comprehensive food waste policy - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Smoking not allowed - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) ### Entertainment - Satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Champagne service - Chef service - Free bottled water - Freezer - Ice maker ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Electrical adapters - Fan - Individual furnishings - Laptop-compatible safe - Living room - Soundproofed rooms - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 4:00 AM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 500.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are available for KES 500.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: KES 0.50 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately KES 500 for adults and KES 500 for children - Airport shuttle fee: KES 150 per vehicle (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: KES 150 (one-way) - Crib (infant bed) fee: KES 500.0 per day - Rollaway bed fee: KES 500.0 per day 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Nanyuki The Great Circle Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Great Circle Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Great Circle Lodge? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Great Circle Lodge? ### What time is check-out at The Great Circle Lodge? ### Does The Great Circle Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Great Circle Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews 7.6 ### Good