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Kivu Resort - Hostel

2.0 star property
Lake Kivu's waterfront resort balances active adventures with relaxation, serving local flavors after days spent exploring or poolside lounging

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Travelers find Kivu Resort - Hostel on Lake Kivu's shoreline, starting active days with a free breakfast buffet. Families enjoy the outdoor pool and garden, while the Bistro serves local dishes. High-speed WiFi connects guests seeking both adventure and relaxation.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Room options

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Triple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Double Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Nakuru is home to Kivu Resort - Hostel. Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site and Kariandusi Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Nakuru National Park and Menengai Crater. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Nakuru travel guide
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Map
Flamingo Road 2, Nakuru, 20100

What's nearby

  • After a wonderful trip to Masai Mara we took a small detour to go to Lake Nakuru to see their famed white rhinos. We were not disappointed. Here is the endangered species with its young calf making it an extra special moment. I think sepia rendition works best for this beautiful animal. #wildlife photo contest
    Lake Nakuru National Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Flamingos on the lake. Kenya. Africa. Nakuru National Park. Lake Bogoria National Reserve. An excellent illustration.
    Lake Elmenteita
    31 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
    4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Menengai Crater
    15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Kariandusi Museum
    33 min drive - 42.5 km

Restaurants

  • Rigena Bar and Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Taidys
    2 min drive
  • Darajani Meat Centre
    8 min walk
  • Chilis Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • The Eclipse
    14 min walk

About this property

Kivu Resort - Hostel

Family-friendly hostel near Lake Nakuru National Park
At Kivu Resort - Hostel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 66 rooms offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping and desks

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Lap pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Ropes course

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 70.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 70.0 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property is also known as

Kivu Resort Hostel Nakuru
Kivu Resort Hostel
Kivu Resort - Hostel Nakuru
Kivu Resort - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kivu Resort - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nakuru

Frequently asked questions

Does Kivu Resort - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include exercise/lap pools.

Is Kivu Resort - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Kivu Resort - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kivu Resort - Hostel located?

This family-friendly Nakuru hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Nakuru National Park and Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site. Menengai Crater is 7.7 mi (12.5 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kivu Resort - Hostel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a Get-Out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
When we checked in they said payment had not been recieved from expedia, They said not to worry they would sort it, Also breakfast was included in the reservation but they said it was not included. When we went to check out we were told no payment had been recieved, it was not sorted. I had to spend the last morning sorting this out with expedia, I had to call expedia who was extremely helpful they immediatly called the property and refunded my money, Instead of enjoying my breakfast and the pool I spent my last day sorting this. I turns out there was a glich in their system for payment. The lady at reception was very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The listing advertised wifi which was not available most of the time and when it was available, it was very weak and slow. The same can be said for the shower. Little to no hot water. Also, the picture in the listing is nothing like the room I was in. The picture showed a small refrigerator and in-room safe. Neither were present.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nele

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

Perfect for families with kids

We had a very nice stay in kivu resort. The kids enjoyed the pool and the kids Paradise. Not far from town, easy to reach with tuktuk
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Les chambres ressemblent à des cellules de prison

Confort plus que basique, etablissement un peu triste. Salle de bain d un autre age.Il y a mieux, mais c’est pas cher
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

C

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good thing is its close to the nakuru national park. Terrible.. Has great potential.. It needs major renovation. Tv could work. The food waa horrible...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

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

Fantastic budget hotel

Our hearts sank when we first arrived off the dusty streets, but what a surprise lay in store for us!! Kivu really is a tranquil oasis, leaving the madness of Nakuru behind. It has a beautiful garden with an incredible 20 meter swimming pool. The staff were so friendly, i really recommend this place if you are looking for a fantastic budget hotel. We are a family of 4, the children slept in a separate room to us (14&16), it felt very safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Ned

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful pools. Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

AM, de

Liked: Cleanliness
Große Hotelanlage mit großen Pools und (Kinder-)Freizeitpark, etwas abgewohnter Allgemeinzustand, gutes Wifi
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remains a Pleasant average place for over several years
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

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

Bonne adresse de sejour

Un des derniers hôtel de la ville proche de l'entrée du national park. Personnel très accueillant. Chambre grande et propre. Grande piscine très agréable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget resort near Lake Nakuru National Park

Reception was efficient upon checking in, however failed to advise us on the amenities available and their location. Restaurant took a long time to cook our food and when it arrived it was very small portions. The rooms are very basic and the bathroom we had was tiny for the 4 persons we had sharing. Not every bed had a net, and the sheets had random stains on them. This resort is a budget resort and not bad if you're up for giving up some of your luxuries when going on safari.