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Castle Forest Lodge

3.0 star property

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Property grounds
Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Mount Kenya National Park, Kimunye, Kirinyaga County
  • Place, Mount Kenya National Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kerugoya Urban Forest
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Embu College Campus
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living room

Standard Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Bungalow, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

Chalet, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Bungalow, 2 Double Beds | Terrace/patio

Standard Bungalow, 2 Double Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Cottage, 1 Double Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Cottage, 1 Double Bed

Standard Cottage, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds

Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds

Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Single Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Kimunye

At Castle Forest Lodge, you'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Mount Kenya National Park and 31 km (19.3 mi) from Kerugoya District Hospital. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this 3-property class Kimunye lodge, you'll be 31.9 km (19.8 mi) from Kerugoya Urban Forest and 32.2 km (20 mi) from Kerugoya Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Kenya National Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kerugoya Urban Forest - 33 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Kerugoya Stadium - 33 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Kobil Embu Stadium - 53 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Embu College Campus - 55 min drive - 45.9 km

About this property

Castle Forest Lodge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Castle Forest Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kimunye lodge.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Castle Forest Lodge offers 15 accommodations with free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. This Kimunye lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

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

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Castle Forest Lodge.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Castle Forest Lodge?

Castle Forest Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Castle Forest Lodge?

Yep, Castle Forest Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Castle Forest Lodge have a pool?

Castle Forest Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Castle Forest Lodge?

No, Castle Forest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Castle Forest Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Castle Forest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Castle Forest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

KHALID

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay here. Great accommodation and food, roaring log fires in the room and some superb birding in the forest with Hudson. The staff are all really cheerful and brilliant. A special shout out goes to Joyce, who holds everything together! James
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Amanda Akello

Hostile service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

bill

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Guy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid this dilapidated lodge

Terrible the first night we were given a hut which was very poorly equipped. Avoid Purple Rain which was aptly named as the combined tiny room with toilet and shower wash basin not compartmentalised was leaking water which flowed into the other room a bedroom. The hut was very cold we slept fully clothed … water leak awful no hot water no internet. Internet did not work in the separate restaurant lodge .. chairs in Restarant were wonky canvas and food mediocre. The staff helpful and sorry for them and the manager Anthony in particular did what he could. I had correspondence with the foreign owner , Melia van Laar who defended the indefensible as we cancelled our 3 rd night as could not put up with the conditions. Refused our reasonable request for a refund for 3 night especially given the not fit for habitation first night..The artist known as Prince would be turning in his grave
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

M hélène

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marie hélène

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The surroundings, pure nature, fresh ,peaceful The service really friendly, ready to please our each desire , For 2 we choose a 2 bedrooms bungalow,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marie hélène

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sam very friendly and good cooking Huge house for the 3 of us ,one bedroom for each a bit hot at the beginning don't forget to draw draw the curtains
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katrin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es ist ein unglaublicher Ort der Ruhe. Das Personal ist äußerst Zuvorkommend und abens wird ein leckeres Menu gekocht. Ein absolutes Verwöhnprogramm mitten in der Natur. Bewusster als an diesem Ort kann man MIT der Natur nicht Leben.