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Samawati Lakeside Cottages

Property class: 3

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A rural area with several small buildings, likely guest houses or cottages, arranged in a row.
A table set for dining with white tablecloths, patterned table runner, and a vase with flowers.
A traditional building with a thatched roof, surrounded by a grassy field and trees.
A single bed in a room with wooden walls and a window.
A modern house with a sloped roof and large windows.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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Nyahururu - Ol Kalau Road, Nyahururu
  • Place, Lake Ol’ Bolossat
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Nyahururu Golf Club
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Thomson Falls
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Cottage, Lake View

A row of A-frame cottages with stone foundations and wooden beams, set in a grassy field with trees in the background.

Standard Cottage, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, Lake View

A row of A-frame cottages with stone foundations and wooden beams, set in a grassy field with trees in the background.

Deluxe Cottage, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Nyahururu

At Samawati Lakeside Cottages, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Lake Ol’ Bolossat and 26.5 km (16.5 mi) from Nyahururu Catholic Church. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LCD TVs. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Nyahururu hotel, you'll be 27.4 km (17 mi) from Nyahururu Golf Club and 27.6 km (17.1 mi) from Thomson Falls.

What's nearby

  • Lake Ol’ Bolossat - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Nyahururu Catholic Church - 34 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Nyahururu Golf Club - 35 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Thomson Falls - 35 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Gilgil Stadium - 59 min drive - 61.0 km

About this property

Samawati Lakeside Cottages

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Samawati Lakeside Cottages.

This 3-star Nyahururu hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Samawati Lakeside Cottages offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Nyahururu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Samawati Lakeside Cottages Hotel Nyahururu
Samawati Lakeside Cottages Hotel
Samawati Lakeside Cottages Nyahururu
Samawati side Cottages Hotel
Samawati Lakeside Cottages Hotel
Samawati Lakeside Cottages Nyahururu
Samawati Lakeside Cottages Hotel Nyahururu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Samawati Lakeside Cottages?

Samawati Lakeside Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Samawati Lakeside Cottages?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Samawati Lakeside Cottages on 14 Aug 2026 start from NZ$238, including 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.

What makes Samawati Lakeside Cottages a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Samawati Lakeside Cottages.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Samawati Lakeside Cottages?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Samawati Lakeside Cottages?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Samawati Lakeside Cottages?

Check-in begins at 11:30 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Samawati Lakeside Cottages Reviews

Reviews

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2.0/10

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2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accidentally booked this hotel and they stole my money and refused to give it back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Annah

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

Unsatisfactory service - non admittance

Unfortunately we had a very bad experience on Tuesday the 29th May 18. First we had difficult time tracing this place as it's not sign posted from the main road. We finally arrived and packed our car by the gate for ten minutes waiting for the gate door bell to be answered as the gate was not manned. Finally two inexperienced girls came to the gate who had no idea that we were coming so no preparation had been made. We were handed over the phone to speak to the owner of the place who was in Nairobi and who didn't know we had a reservation for that night neither could she trace my payment for the night. We were disappointed and felt very unsafe at the premises as the place was quite dark with no other guests staying in. With the owner having no knowledge of our booking we had to leave at night and had to look for alternative accommodation in Nyahururu town. We arrived back home in the UK yesterday post our holiday in Kenya, I have not had an apology from this hotel nor a follow up email to explain the circumstances even though money for this reservation was taken from my bank account. I would not recommend anyone to book the place in view of the bad experience we encountered. Regards Ann
Stayed 1 night in May 2018