Title: Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat - 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) # Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat Guesthouse with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Mount Kenya National Park ![Family Room, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35210000/35205300/35205230/1b395b9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35210000/35205300/35205230/87e3604d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35210000/35205300/35205230/e5779b9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35210000/35205300/35205230/bb64a83d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35210000/35205300/35205230/0bed13dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat offers a peaceful escape in nature. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, explore the serene garden, and dine at the on-site restaurant. The property provides convenient luggage storage and barbecue facilities for outdoor cooking. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Restaurant - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 3 - Dec. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=35205230&PinnedHotelID=35205230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35210000/35205300/35205230/87e3604d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Garden View ### Highlights TV Fan Private bathroom Free bottled water Desk Daily housekeeping - 2153 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Kenya Riverside Retreat Property highlights Consider a stay at Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden, and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Luggage storage and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat include amenities such as free bottled water. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Fans, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105400000/105398400/105398310/a0b4bea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### IZAAK WALTON INN EMBU Embu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.0 Very good 7 reviews CA $70 CA $83 total includes taxes & fees Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=105398310&PinnedHotelID=105398310&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46400000/46395500/46395424/3a09a834.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain Breeze Hotel Embu - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.8 3 reviews CA $102 CA $120 total includes taxes & fees Dec 30 - Dec 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=46395424&PinnedHotelID=46395424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119880000/119875400/119875319/ebe720de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stone Cottage Retreat/Hot Tub, Forest Trail, Gardens & DIY Breakfast/Embu, Kenya Embu - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer CA $141 CA $169 total includes taxes & fees Dec 4 - Dec 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=119875319&PinnedHotelID=119875319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as Mt. 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[Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Manyatta-Hotels-Mt-Kenya-Riverside-Retreat.h35205230.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mt. Kenya Riverside Retreat located? > Situated in Manyatta, this guesthouse is 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from Mount Kenya National Park. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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