Does Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort?

As of 2025/8/28, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort on 2025/8/29 start from NT$8,213, excluding 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.

Is Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort located?

This family-friendly Naivasha hotel is located in the mountains, 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Crater Lake Game Sanctuary, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Naivasha District Hospital and Hell's Gate National Park. Mt. Longonot National Park is 30.3 mi (48.7 km) away.

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About the neighborhood

Located in Naivasha, Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort is connected to the convention center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crater Lake Game Sanctuary and Hell's Gate National Park. Mt. Longonot National Park and Lake Nakuru National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing.

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10/10 Excellent

Alain

2022/8/5

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

very good

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Samuel

2025/1/2

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cool, quiet place with a lovely golf course

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

2024/12/21

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I enjoyed the grounds, gardens were kept up beautifully. The pool area was very enjoyable. I was surprised about the quality of food provided, it wasn't very good. Staff were friendly but front staff was not helpful. I had booked a villa but got a standard room instead and their explanation wasn't very good but because I was there for a wedding, I didn't complain too much. I heard later that they hadn't enough villas for the bookings but I wasn't offered any compensation.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

2024/5/1

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2024/1/22

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

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

2023/7/9

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily

2023/1/3

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

2022/11/26

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

Amazing views, great food, and friendly staff. Will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alain

2022/8/6

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

2022/3/27

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was all great

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted

2021/10/7

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Tamara

2020/12/20

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

Comfy, Attractive Getaway; Good Service

My 8 year old daughter and I, who live in another African country, traveled here in December 2020. It’s an odd time for travel with the pandemic continuing but we had not been able to leave our country for almost a year and needed a getaway. The GRVL was a refreshing stop with kind staff who wanted to make our stay the best it could be. We did have one issue at one evening buffet and though resolved, I was surprised our drinks were not comped to compensate for the long wait and inconvenience. The buffet food was surprisingly good Although somewhat repetitious, though for a 2 night stay we were fine. Had we stayed longer, we would have needed more variety. The rooms are a little small but with an attractive layout and very comfortable beds. I would recommend a stay here for a cool getaway from Nairobi with a visit to Hell’s Gate National Park or Crescent Island nearby.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

nicola

2020/3/2

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

Lovely spot

Beautiful and relaxing stay

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

2020/1/7

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

The experience was amazing, we had plenty of activities and the environment was fantastic. We loved the food too

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane

2020/1/2

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

Lovely Stay

Great Rift is a beautiful place, family friendly, lots of activities for kids. The hotel villas were clean and cosy. Just a few small repairs need to be made but nothing major. The food was great! Loved their breakfasts. Overall, we had a great time. Will definitely visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erika

2019/8/18

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

Fantastic Naivasha Resort for Family or Business!

This was my first visit to Naivasha and I wish I had been able to stay longer, thanks to the Great Rift Valley Lodge! The rooms, comfort, and cleanliness are top notch, and the staff are excellent, especially Valentine at Guest Services & Esther in the Spa. Considering the price, some of the quality of the food could improve, but the buffet gives a wide range of options. The grounds are beautiful, and we loved the fireplaces. If you don’t have a car, you will need to budget for extra taxis since there is nothing in walking distance around the resort — but for my family, this is what we wanted most—a quiet, clean place where we didn’t have to leave. Next time we look forward to the star gazing walk and riding horses! We will return in the future!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/4/24

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

Fantastic hotel and golf course

This hotel is very convenient to play golf with a fantastic course. Accommodation and food are very nice to make me be surrounded by the out of the ordinary.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

2019/3/19

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

I have been a guest at The Great Rift Valley (GVR) Lodge since 2012; this was my first trip on my own, not for a conference. Unfortunately, I did not have the same experience as when I was a conference guest. The rooms and location are lovely. The challenge was that GVR was extremely busy with 2 large groups (250+ people); thus the usual rooms and activity areas were not readily available. The biggest issue was food; I was put a dining area usually reserved for members. We did not get our full board lunches (I was offered the buffet for the school group which I did not accept) and the next day, I was not allowed to use that lunch nor order a la cart for an extra cost for my 6 year old child when I inquired. She had potato crisps and cheese sitting outside while we waited for transport. Then several individuals commented that she looked hungry and that I should feed her "properly." I positively confirmed that I had been told I could not order a la cart at reception. Then I cried. I was made to feel so bad despite being the booker and payer of the room, but especially because I was criticized by the staff about being a mother (on international women's day no less) when it was the hotel's errors. 7 business days after check out the hotel has never contacted me.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Njuguna

2018/12/29

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fairly good. Should improve on staff quality at dining and room service and reception.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Mary

2018/10/18

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

The quality of food on the a la carte menu needs improvement. Had no hot water for a night and a morning.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

ingrid

2018/1/14

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

Loved it

Loved my stay here. Staff are friendly, room is comfortable. Food is delicious. Would definitely stay here again. If anyone has something bad to say about this lodge, it reflects their attitude, not the hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Andy Huang, Qatar

2017/4/9

Liked: Room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Front Office are full of Sharks & Conartists

Tried to charge me the boat trip the Naivasha lake like 3 times the going rate. Lied through his teeth that the boat has not other passengers and I have to pay for whole boat. Nice facilities if only managed closer to the international rates they are charging. The quality of food and cooking are far far from acceptable standards. Local fruits need great effort to appreciate but the vegetables from the hotel organic farm was a treasure.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2017/1/1

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

Beautiful setting but views may vary

The property is large and beautiful with a lovely setting, and the room very comfortable. Food had a decent variety. However, I was very disappointed to find my room had no view whatsoever and the advertised "balcony" was just a tiny patio/entrance way at the door looking out at some grass. On the website of the hotel they are selling the view and it appears that all rooms have views - it's not the case. Also, weirdly enough, the rest of the property doesn't have views either - only from a few tables at one of the two restaurants can you see through the trees to the mountains and lake. Property could be improved immensely with a terrace with views somewhere where drinks or snacks are served, some small viewing platforms integrated into the trees around the walking/jogging trails, and more accurate descriptions of rooms on their website and hotel consolidator sites.

10/10 Excellent

David

2016/12/30

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

10/10 Excellent

michael

2016/11/2

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

Rustic luxury

The hotel is luxurious for Kenya - but in a rustic way. Rooms are stylishly furnished and sufficiently spacious, with fantastic views across the surrounding land and lake. The relaxing bar area benefits from a beautiful log fire which is well-stocked in the evening. On our most recent stay, out-of-hours food service was extremely slow, but this is unusual in my experience.

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