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Sawela Lodge

4.0 star property

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Food court
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Courtyard
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar with a zebra-themed sign, and a building with a glass facade.
A large, well-lit building with multiple balconies and a spacious lawn area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Moi South Lake Road, Naivasha, Nakuru County, 20117
  • Place, Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Naivasha
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

Business Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two double beds with patterned bedspreads, a nightstand with a lamp, and a woven rug.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Naivasha

At Sawela Lodge, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary and 7.5 km (4.7 mi) from Lake Naivasha. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .At the lodge's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire and a playground. Meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Naivasha lodge include Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate and Hell's Gate National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake Naivasha - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Hell's Gate National Park - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Kenya Wildlife Service Training Institute - 22 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sopa Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Party Island Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mother's Kitchen Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rocky Resort - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Artcaffé - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Sawela Lodge

Sawela Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the business-friendly Sawela Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Naivasha lodge.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sawela Lodge offers 74 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Naivasha lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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 and service animals are not allowed at Sawela Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Sawela Lodge Naivasha
Sawela Naivasha
Sawela
Sawela Lodges Naivasha
Sawela Lodge Lodge
Sawela Lodge Naivasha
Sawela Lodge Lodge Naivasha

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sawela Lodge?

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

Is parking available at Sawela Lodge?

Yep, Sawela Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Sawela Lodge have a pool?

Sawela Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Sawela Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sawela Lodge.

Is Sawela Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sawela Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Sawela Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine brekkie is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sawela Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sawela Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Sawela Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Sawela Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Sawela Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely delightful. Had a wonderful time with amazing food. Also did a lake trip with a very informative guide. Would come back again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. My Dad had a good time. It was a nice stay as it was a treat for the easter season. The staff were accomadating due to late check in and kindly agreed for Dad to check out late and have lunch the next day which was a nice gesture. Will recommend the lodge. Worth a visit for singles, couples or families.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Khanya

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

Excellent location and stay

The trip overall was really great, however there are both some good and bad things that stood out. The good… The food at all meals was EXCELLENT! Compliments to the chef we were pleased at every single meal. The service from the wait staff was also really good. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. The pool area and overall entertainment were good along with the gym. There are lots of activities to do which can keep everyone entertained. Including a nature walk to the lake. The bad… Check in was unpleasant as the room description on Hotels.com was different to Saw Els’s own description. This was sorted out but it made the process poor. The game room needs to be updated as most of the items were either broken or missing pieces.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeroen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ontzettend fijn hotel waarbij de service ongeëvenaard is. We werden enorm in de watten gelegd. De buffetten waren zeer uitgebreid, smaakvol en goed gekruid. Aanrader: maak een boottocht met een bioloog. Leuk en leerzaam!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and staff were exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The gym has been converted to a conference room with covid as the excuse. But the pool remains open. So long as the conference facilities keep bringing the hotel revenue, there is no incentive to re-open the gym. Wish they had communicated that the gym facilities weren't available before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Our stay was super! Staff were professional and friendly. Facilities were good - the manicured lawn was especially welcoming. Meals were good with safety precautions being observed at all times. PS. Brewed coffee rather than instant would have been preferred.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice and comfortable, very beautiful scenery,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr angenehme, ruhige Lodge. Unbedingt den Naturewalk mit Guide Joakim machen, man sieht einiges an Tieren (Giraffen, Zebras,... )…! Viele einheimische Gäste, tolle Atmosphäre, sehr gutes Essen und idealer Urlaubseinstieg!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr nettes Personal. Man soll unbedingt mit Josef eine Safari machen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great

Staff are friendly and professional, especially waiting staff at meal times. Grounds are beautiful, lots of place to sit and relax. Buildings look nice from outside. All good things undermined by state of furnishings in room. Damp, musky, mouldy smell from curtains, rugs, and bed. Mosquito net dirty. Towels and dressing gown clearly needed replacing about five years ago. Seriously, good hotel if they could invest in comfort of guests by cleaning room furnishings properly (i.e. before they smell and make people cough, sneeze etc). Better options nearby. Food was good though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

GREAT PLACE BUT SERVICE WAS DISAPPOINTING

It is a wonderful place! Very beautiful! Reception service was very disappointing. We went in before two and we were checked in after 5pm and they wanted us out by 10am the next day! We asked for a late check out and after back and fourth they finally agreed. Breakfast service was done by 9.30am! what happened to usual hours of 11am? I guess its their policy but we are there on holiday so it would only be fair to eat breakfast later. The porter was kind and respectful. The lady watchman at the second barrier was very welcoming and sweet. I would return, I hope the team at reception can be more accommodating next time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Aunali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great ambience and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

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

Very nice place

Loved it. The food was very nice and the facilities are modern. The staff are polite. Security is good. Located about an hour and a half drive from Nairobi so it is convinent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Boniface

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Overall was good. The grounds were appealing. In our room the bathroom needed work. The water that filled the bathtub was dirty. The water in the sink was dirty. The faucets need to be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ALFRED

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Liutauras

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shehzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Per

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ammr

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017