Lake Naivasha Resort is situated on the southern shore of Lake Naivasha, 90 kilometers from Nairobi. The resort is situated in 150 acres of grassland dotted with acacia bushes and trees. The resort is home to our resident giraffe, waterbuck, and both Vervet and colobus monkeys. It is also a night stop for the hippos who leave the lake every night to come and trim the grass on the expansive lawns.
Accommodation and Facilities.
Lake Naivasha features a total of 82 rooms, which are built in a crescent shape. Each cottage has four rooms, two on the ground floor and two on the top floor. Two of these rooms on the ground floor are designed for individuals with physical challenges, and 6 of the 21 cottages have interconnecting rooms on the ground floor. The storey cottages are ingeniously designed, with roofs that form a crescent which leads towards the lake shores. The upstairs guest room features a king-sized bed, while the downstairs has two queen-sized beds, providing an extraordinary amount of space and lavishly appointed bathrooms. All rooms are equipped with large fronted windows, televisions, mini-bars, telephones, electronic safes, tea and coffee-making facilities, and open-air verandas. The facilities include babysitting, children’s menu, children’s pool, special diets, gift shop, laundry services, and public WIFI.
Dining and Cuisine
Lake Naivasha Resort offers a variety of dining experiences for its guests. The establishment features a buffet-style dining room serving continental, Mediterranean, and Swahili cuisine. Guests can opt for poolside snacks; the open-sided snack restaurant offers a variety of options, including pizza, burgers, hot dogs, toasted sandwiches, and French fries. The resort also offers bush meals and sundowners accompanied by bar snacks. The dining room also features a large outdoor patio with umbrella-shaded tables for those who wish to enjoy an open-air meal or a warm, balmy evening.
Activities
Lake Naivasha Resort offers a variety of activities for its guests. They include boat rides that offer an opportunity to observe hippos and a variety of bird species, such as kingfishers, herons, and pelicans. The nature walks are guided by experienced naturalists, allowing guests to encounter the rich flora and Fauna. Horse riding is also available for the guests to explore the scenic surroundings while on horseback. Bicycle riding is available for a half-day or a full-day.
Wildlife and Safari Experience
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort offers an immersive experience to its guest with the unique opportunity to observe free-roaming wildlife, including giraffes, Zebras, waterbucks, and monkeys right from their rooms. The resort architecture seamlessly integrates with its surroundings, ensuring minimal disruption to the natural inhabitants. The resort offers an excursion to Crescent Island Game Sanctuary and Hell’s Gate National Park, where you can encounter a variety of wild animals and bird species.
Events and Conferencing
At Lake Naivasha Resort, Conference rooms can seat between 24 and 120 guest delegates in theater style, and each has its own breakaway area where morning and afternoon refreshments are served. There are designated outdoor areas for team building and exercise. The resort hosts numerous weddings of all sizes, from small and intimate functions to events with over 500 guests.
How to get there
Lake Naivasha Resort is situated on the shores of Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake whose surface area depends on the rainfall. The resort is located 125 km from Nairobi and takes approximately an hour to drive on a tarmacked road.
Conclusions
Lake Naivasha Resort offers its guests unforgettable experiences, including wildlife viewing from the comfort of their rooms. The guests can encounter various bird species, enjoy bicycle riding, and take a boat ride, making the stay genuinely worthwhile.
FAQS about Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Where is Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort located and how can I get there?
The resort sits on the southern shore of Lake Naivasha in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, about 90 km from Nairobi—approximately a 1.5-hour drive via well-maintained tarmac roads. Flights to Loldia Airstrip take about 45 minutes, followed by a short transfer to the resort
How many rooms are available and what types?
The resort features 82 guest rooms arranged in 21 crescent-shaped stone cottages. There are 6 interconnecting ground-floor rooms ideal for families, and 2 rooms are wheelchair-accessible. Ground-floor rooms have two queen beds with a living area opening onto lawns; upper-floor rooms have king-size beds and balconies
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in starts at 12:00 pm and check-out is by 10:00 am. Guests are encouraged to notify arrival times in advance
What in-room amenities are provided?
All rooms include large windows, verandas, flat-screen TVs, mini-bars, tea/coffee makers, safes, telephones, hairdryers, and Wi‑Fi in public areas. Bathrooms feature walk-in showers and natural stone décor
What dining options and food services are available?
The main dining room serves buffet-style international and regional cuisine with a live cooking station. Outdoor dining is available on patios. Pool-side snack kitchens offer pizzas, burgers, and fries, plus a main bar and pool bar
What on-site facilities does the resort feature?
Amenities include two swimming pools (one with a dedicated children’s section), pool-side bar, snack kitchen/pizzeria, gym, tennis court, conference facilities (six meeting rooms), gift shop, stables, and spacious lawned gardens
