6 - 9 April 2024, we decided to treat ourselves for our wedding anniversary to a stay for a few nights at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge visiting Lake Nakuru and Elementaita in our 4x4. For our first night we had the hotel to ourselves, the pool was very clean and perfect for chilling out in. The food is delicious served in the Lord Cole Restaurant and meal times are flexible, just ask what suits. Chef and Maitre d'Hotel, are attentive and provide a personal welcome, catering to our diets no problem. The hotel had strong wifi everywhere, the bedroom was very comfortable with premium bedding. There is a flat screen TV in the room which we have not looked at. There is piping hot water in the bathroom and shower which arrives after a running the taps for a while. Bath and shower heated by Kuni booster. This morning the hotel provided a guide who took us to Lord Cole’s monument, to the shore of the lake and to Kariandusi Site Museum. Lots of flamingos at Lake Elementaita and other beautiful birds…… everything here is peaceful with beautiful views, we remain on safari It is an old hotel which is not in top condition with old bathrooms waiting to be done up when funds allow, don’t expect a modern top class hotel. Our bathroom is in pink, very 70’s. The staff are all charming and doing their best.

It was faultless

the location and views are quite good, and it is nice and quiet. The grounds are well done and lots of birds around the grounds. The service was very good, and the staff were very attentive. Staff were generous with their time, took us on a bird watching tour down by the lake and a 4 hour hike to a local 200 meter hill with great views of Elementaita and surrounding areas.

I recommend they offer traditional Kenyan food choices along with what they are already serving. The rooms are nice, the chairs could be a bit bigger and better cushioned as a suggestion.

We really loved the Jacaranda Lodge. The staff there is so Great, the Cook was sensitive and really good, he came every night to ask if everything was okay, we got. Special Food because we are vegeterians, they made everything very friendly and helpful and tasty. The Guide Joseph was amazing! The Garden and whole Area is very beautiful!

We can Not say because we liked everything and everyone there.

The location is quiet & good place for family reunion/bonding. Big rooms & nice spacing in between. Green environment for those who love nature. Places for kids visit within short drives from the resort i.e KWS elementaita sanctuary

The place can be cold & the management can improve by providing a kettle for warm water and/or heater.

The rooms are clean and spacious and the beds are very comfortable. It was so peaceful, I slept so well that I stayed an extra night. The staff are extra attentive and want to make sure you are having a nice time. The location is lovely, you can see wildlife from the terrace. It’s very reasonably priced.

Other reviews say the property is dated. It is, but perfectly functional. You need to be realistic with the location and the price you are paying. I found some of the dated features charming.

Superb welcome from the staff who went out of our way to make this a pleasant stay. Fabulous location with views over Lake Elementaita and immaculate gardens full of birds. Loved the pool - clean, turquoise and a proper size for actual swimming in. Zachary took us on 2 brilliant walks down through the grounds to the lakeshore to see flamingoes and pelicans and other birds. Rooms clean. We had delicious meals on the verandah. It is also a fascinating historic building. We hope to return.

It is a historic and quirky building and just seems a shame that the owners have not put more thought into updating the decor and facilities. A lick of paint, and some updating of the bathrooms wouldn't come amiss...

The place has a interesting history, an old farm house of early European settlers. The farmhouse has kept its old charm, and the entire set-up is a bit "Seventies Style". It is very well placed, to make a little drive to Lake Elementaita, where, when we were there, plenty of flamingos can be found crowning the lake shores. The beauty of the Rift Valley Lakes. The pool was very well maintained. The entire structure could benefit from a little lift-up, but the charm should be maintained. Could even be improved by people who have a sense for that old style.

The standard is a bit limit, but finally ok. Some investments are needed, that would provide more business as well, eventually.

Zach, the hotel guide took us on a fabulous nature walk, and arranged for us to have a boat trip on lake Naivasha. The level of service from all staff was exceptional and reflected Kenyan hospitality at its best. The hotel had monkeys in the grounds, and plenty of exotic birds. My favourite was waking up to a view of the lake covered in a carpet of pink from the amazing flamingoes.

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The staff were amazing, right from Patrick at reception to Geoffrey & Timothy who served us during our stay there. The lodge was also very quiet which brought a much needed escape from the noisy city life. The lodge also fulfilled a request that I made during booking which helped with the birthday surprise that I was organising!

The food was amazing but offering something to drink outside of the normal tea and coffee during lunch & dinner would have been great.

It is a peaceful place to relax and unwind. Joseph took us on a walk down to the lake front where we saw a wide variety of birds. The food was good and, as there were few guest, served quickly. Lovely getaway from Nairobi