Kivu Retreat Resort Nakuru

Kivu Retreat Resort Nakuru, a premier budget-friendly resort strategically located just a short walking distance from the heart of Nakuru, Kenya’s fourth-largest city. Designed with a warm, rustic African theme, the resort offers clean, secure, and highly versatile accommodations ranging from self-catering suites to picturesque camping grounds.

Whether you are an adventure seeker looking to explore the world-famous ornithological wonders of Lake Nakuru National Park, or a corporate group planning a team-building holiday, Kivu Resort provides unmatched hospitality and a peaceful haven where you truly “Get More for Less.”

Location & Accessibility

The resort is incredibly well-positioned, offering a perfect blend of city convenience and tranquil nature. It serves as an excellent base for overnight stopovers or dedicated safari explorations.

By Road

✓ Perfectly positioned for safaris, located just 11 kilometers from Lake Nakuru National Park.
✓ Situated in Nakuru, just a 15-minute walk from Nakuru Town center and its vibrant nightlife
✓ Easily accessible by both public and private transport, featuring free on-site private parking (no reservation needed), including an accessible parking garage.
✓ The resort provides vehicles for hire, tour desk services with experienced guides, and complimentary bicycles for guests to explore the popular surrounding cycling routes.
✓ Centrally located to major Rift Valley attractions: 4.2 km from Westside Mall, 16 km from Egerton Castle, and close to the Menengai Crater, Hyrax Hill, and Kariandusi Prehistoric Sites.

By Air

✓ Dedicated airport shuttle services and transfers are available to ensure smooth arrivals and departures.
✓ The nearest major terminal is Eldoret International Airport, located approximately 154 kilometers from the resort, though local airstrip connections are also utilized.

Accommodation & Room Facilities

Kivu Retreat Resort offers highly versatile and budget-friendly accommodations, making it a perfect fit for solo backpackers, couples, large families, and corporate groups. The property boasts 200 guestrooms designed with a warm, authentic African rustic theme. Whether you prefer the comfort of a standard room or the adventure of sleeping under the stars, the resort provides clean, secure, and well-maintained lodging options.

The resort is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring wheelchair-accessible pathways and entire accommodation units conveniently located on the ground floor.

Standard Room Amenities

All indoor rooms at Kivu Retreat Resort are designed to offer a comfortable and secure stay, featuring

✓ Fresh bed linen and comfortable bedding
✓ Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access
✓ Room service and complimentary wake-up services
✓ A dedicated work desk and a socket near the bed for easy device charging
✓ Daily housekeeping, with laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services available upon request (at an extra charge)
✓ Private en-suite bathrooms equipped with a bath or shower, fresh soap, complimentary toiletries, slippers, and towels

Room Categories & Setup

✓ Bunk Bed Rooms: A highly economical option tailored for large groups, backpackers, or team-building retreats. These shared rooms provide secure and comfortable lodging at a fraction of the cost
✓ Executive & Standard Rooms Available in single, double, twin, or triple sharing configurations. These rooms offer cozy living spaces, perfect for individuals or couples seeking comfort and privacy after a day of exploring Nakuru
✓ Self-Catering Suites / Furnished Apartments: Ideal for families, long-stay guests, or those who prefer a “home away from home” experience. These spacious suites come with a fully equipped kitchen, allowing guests to comfortably prepare their own meals
✓ Camping Grounds: For nature lovers and adventure seekers, the resort features spacious, picturesque, and highly secure private grounds where guests are welcome to pitch their tents. Don’t have your own gear? The hotel conveniently provides tents, bedding, and all other necessary camping requirements for rent

Hotel Facilities & Amenities

Kivu Retreat Resort is packed with a wide array of excellent amenities, ensuring that both leisure and corporate guests have everything they need for a successful and relaxing stay.

✓ Team Building Grounds: Expansive, well-manicured lawns and picturesque gardens specifically designed for expertly guided team-building activities, holiday camps, and outdoor social events
✓ Fitness & Wellness Center: Keep up with your routine at the well-equipped, state-of-the-art gymnasium. The fitness center offers personal trainers, fitness classes, aerobics, and dedicated locker rooms
✓ Children’s Amusement Park: A highly secure and well-equipped outdoor playground and kids’ club where children can enjoy endless fun and adventure. Babysitting and child services are also available upon request
✓ Guest Convenience & Security: Enjoy peace of mind with 24-hour front desk service, express check-in/out, luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, and 24-hour security with CCTV. The property also features a shared TV/lounge area and vending machines for quick snacks and drinks
✓ Conferencing & Corporate Facilities: Host successful events in the resort’s state-of-the-art conference halls and meeting rooms. The resort also offers a unique “Office Deliveries” service to help you stay productive, along with full business center services like photocopying and faxi
✓ Swimming Pools: Dive into two pristine outdoor swimming pools, an Olympic-sized lap pool and an octagonal children’s/baby pool. The pool area features sun loungers, pool toys, and pool towels, and is supervised by trained lifeguards 24/7. Professional swimming coaching is also available for all levels

Dining & Culinary Experience

✓ Outside Catering: Professional catering services are available for corporate retreats, weddings, and special events hosted on the grounds
✓ Family & Special Diets: The restaurant provides a kid-friendly buffet and specialized kids’ meals. Special diet menus (such as vegetarian or allergy-friendly options) can be prepared upon request
✓ The Main Restaurant: Serves a mouth-watering variety of both local Kenyan and continental dishes. Guests can enjoy a complimentary daily buffet breakfast here, as well as à la carte options for lunch and dinner
✓ The Lounge Bar: A well-stocked bar offering a wide selection of alcoholic beverages, cocktails, wine, champagne, and soft drinks. It is the perfect place to unwind, watch live broadcast sports events, and enjoy evening entertainment
✓ Flexible Dining Settings: Choose to dine in the cozy indoor dining room, or take your meals outside for a refreshing al fresco experience in the beautiful gardens and picnic areas. The culinary team at Kivu Retreat Resort offers a diverse array of dining settings, ensuring a satisfying experience whether you are grabbing a quick bite before a safari or hosting a large banquet

Experiences & Activities

Situated just 11 kilometers from the gates of Lake Nakuru National Park, Kivu Retreat Resort serves as the perfect, budget-friendly basecamp for your Great Rift Valley safari adventures. The resort’s dedicated tour desk and experienced guides ensure a seamless transition from resort relaxation to thrilling wildlife encounters.

Lake Nakuru Safari Adventures (Off-Site)

✓ Scenic Photography Excursions: Game drives often include stops at the park’s dramatic viewpoints, such as Baboon Cliff (offering sweeping panoramic views of the lake) and the beautiful Makalia Falls.
✓ World-Class Birdwatching: Often referred to as a “birdwatcher’s paradise,” Lake Nakuru is famous for its seasonal gatherings of vibrant pink flamingos and pelicans. Your guides can help you spot dozens of the 400+ bird species that inhabit the alkaline lake and surrounding acacia woodlands.
✓ Safari Game Drives: The resort can organize morning, afternoon, or full-day game drives into Lake Nakuru National Park. Known as Kenya’s first and most successful rhino sanctuary, it is one of the best places in the country to see both endangered Black and White Rhinos up close, along with lions, leopards, Cape buffalo, and the rare Rothschild’s giraffe

Rift Valley Explorations

✓ Lake Hopping: Extend your safari to the wider Kenyan Lakes System with day trips to nearby Lake Elementaita, Lake Bogoria, or Lake Baringo to experience different habitats and hot springs.
✓ Historical & Geological Sites: Beyond the national park, the resort can arrange excursions to nearby iconic landmarks, including the massive Menengai Crater, the ancient Neolithic settlements at the Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site, and the Kariandusi Prehistoric Site.

Post-Safari Resort Recreation (On-Site)

✓ Golf & Horseback Riding: For a different pace, guests can arrange horseback riding excursions or visit a local golf course located just 3 kilometers away
✓ Cycling & Outdoor Sports: Unwind after a long game drive by renting a complimentary bicycle to explore local cycling routes, or enjoy on-site darts, aerobics classes, and water sports
✓ Evening Entertainment: Share your safari stories at the lounge bar during happy hour. The resort frequently hosts live broadcast sports, evening entertainment, and classes focused on local culture

Hotel Highlights

✓ On-Site Fitness & Wellness: Features a fully equipped, state-of-the-art gymnasium with personal trainers and aerobics classes available
✓ Accessible & Secure: Designed with wheelchair-accessible ground-floor units, ample free private parking, and 24-hour security with CCTV
✓ Family-Friendly Amenities: Equipped with a secure children’s amusement park, kids’ club, baby safety gates, and kid-friendly dining buffets
✓ Exceptional Value: A highly affordable, premier budget resort offering the perfect balance of comfort and cost, ensuring you truly “Get More for Less”
✓ Strategic Location: Perfectly situated just a 15-minute walk from the Nakuru Town center and only 11 kilometers from the gates of Lake Nakuru National Park
✓ Olympic-Sized Swimming Pool: Features one of the largest pools in the area, complete with 24/7 lifeguards, professional coaching, and a dedicated octagonal kids’ pool
✓ Corporate & Group Ready: Boasts expansive, well-manicured lawns perfect for expertly guided team-building activities, alongside state-of-the-art conference and meeting facilities

2026 Kivu Retreat Resort Nakuru Non-Resident Accommodation Rates Include

Complimentary WI-fi, use of Swimming Pools, Gym, & Children’s Park

Notes

* Children above 12 years: adult rates apply
* Laundry and shoe shine services are available
* Children aged 0 – 3 years and sharing a bed with an adult – free
* Children aged 4 – 12 years in their own room 75% of adult rates
* Children over 3 – 12 years sharing room with adults 50% of adult rates
* Easter and Christmas Supplements  500 Kenya Shillings per person per day
* There shall be no rebates/refunds for meals not taken for Bed & Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board

2026 Kivu Retreat Resort Nakuru Resident Accommodation Rates Include

Complimentary WI-fi, use of Swimming Pools, Gym, & Children’s Park

Notes

* Children above 12 years: adult rates apply
* Laundry and shoe shine services are available
* Children aged 0 – 3 years and sharing a bed with an adult–free
* Children aged 4 – 12 years in their own room 75% of adult rates
* Children over 3 – 12 years sharing room with adults 50% of adult rates
* Easter and Christmas Supplements  500 Kenya Shillings per person per day
* There shall be no rebates/refunds for meals not taken for Bed & Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board

Kivu Retreat Resort Nakuru has 200 guestrooms comprising executive and standard rooms, self-catering suites, and bunk beds. Each guestroom has an African-rustic theme and an en-suite bathroom. There are spacious grounds where camping activities and guests are welcome to pitch their tents. The onsite restaurant serves a variety of local and continental dishes.

Guests can enjoy their meals in the indoor dining area or in the outdoor gardens. There is an Olympic-size swimming pool and an octagonal children’s swimming pool, a well-equipped gym, and a children’s amusement park.

The suites have a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering. The well-stocked bar offers a wide selection of alcoholic and soft drinks. Guests can enjoy their drinks while relaxing in the bar and lounge.

Kivu Retreat Resort Nakuru has conference facilities that are fitted with state-of-the-art equipment. The spacious facilities are ideal for corporate and social events. The well-manicured lawns are ideal for team-building activities.

The resort features a children’s playground, a state-of-the-art gymnasium, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and a baby pool. The resort has a campsite which is secure & private. The hotel offers tents, bedding, and other camping requirements.

Sites of interest near the resort include birdwatching, hiking, golfing, entertainment, game drives to Lake Nakuru National Park, Menengai Crater, Hyrax Hill Museum, Lake Baringo National Reserve, and Lake Bogoria National Reserve.

Mobile: + 254-721-242-711
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Reservations: +254 718-179-967
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Website: https://africanspicesafaris.com