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Reviews of Rock Hyrax Hotel

Old Nairobi Road, Nakuru, Kenya

#9 of 99 hotels in Nakuru

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 40 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    8.0
    A good place, but be honest with your clients at booking.com and tell them you don’t sell alcohol on religious grounds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel doesn’t mention anywhere in Booking.com that they don’t sell alcoholic beverages. As a group traveling together, it was hard to gather after dinner for a small chat over some drinks. There is not even a cafe where you can relax and enjoy the evening. A small pavilion is offered but it’s always locked and to get it open led to some arguments with the staff.

    The location is amazing and relaxing

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    9.0
    Home away from home!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s very clean and spacious. The staff were super friendly. The food was delicious.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2025

    8.0
    Everything was as described.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional and heartwarming experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was like coming home after a long exhausting ans stressfull journey. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpfull.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2024

    9.0
    The stay was really nice and relaxing , staff was friendly and room service was efficient.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property is located closed to Nakuru National park. The environment is eco friendly. The bathroom was equipped with electric water.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was a bit hot at night. There is a need for a fan during the hot season.

    The ambience and personalised service.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very Nice staff. Breakfast was perfect. Room is spacious .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything. Great chef.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    10
    Your shelter in the middle of Africa.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I highly recommend this hotel especially for those who prefer to travel independently without guides. Here you will not only be able to relax, but also will always be under the care and protection. The hotel staff will help you in any situation, no matter what time of day it is and no matter how far you are from the hotel. What else is important for me when choosing a hotel: quietness, comfortable bed, shower with normal water pressure and temperature, good breakfast. All of those I found in Rock Hyrax hotel. And even more. The hotel staff saved me when my car broke down in a remote area. And when I finally got to the hotel at about midnight, a warm dinner was waiting for me in my room. And they absolutely refused to include it in my bill. It was very touching. I felt as if I had come to my parents' house. Special thanks to Ms Mercy for her care and for hospitality!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff were so attentive from the second we arrived- the security, to reception, waiting staff, chef and housekeeping, all were so friendly and watm. Elizabeth in particular was fantastic throughout our staym. The service was impeccable and they all ensured everything was taken care of for us from our game drive to food. The entire premises is so well kept and very clean. Rooms are spacious, immaculate, with all features necessary. The little garden area is a nice touch and so peaceful to sit in. They even have a covered gazebo as a social area for evening/rain. Ample parking available. All communication prior to the trip were fast and all necessary information was given.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    10
    It was wonderful & my mama was grateful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    I liked everything about the facility, from the officers at the gate, the receiving guy who got us from the car carried our bag, took us to the reception then to our room. He showed us around the room & all the ammenities provided, put on the tv for us, went an extra mile to tune it to our preferred channel.....in most places i have been you are left to swim on your own. We had a good night sleep then went for breakfast......we loved it! It was wonderful, we enjoyed every bit of it. It was served in proper proportions & was so fresh & tanto. The staff were all loving & caring. I'll be back!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can't fault this place.

    An exceptional hotel. Good base if you are planning to explore Nakuru and any sites nearby for example the national park. The staff service is friendly and excellent with incredible attention to detail - as an example Purity looked after us very well during our breakfast and the staff at reception were very helpful.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No AC, HOWEVER, using a fan (hotel provided), the room stays quite comfortable.

    Nice Quiet Lil, Tucked away location not far from town. Gated with security, the food is very nice, the room i stayed in was nice, cozy, with comfortable bed. Food is all cooked fresh even the breakfast, isn't a buffet. The good

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful Gem in Nakuru
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    1. Pillows are thick and hard. 2. TV was not working.

    1. The breakfast was really nice, healthy and great choices. 2. Beds are really comfortable. 3. Shower is amazing. 4. The staff were really responsive. We like the fact that David the manager came to ask how they could improve. 5. The staff were ready for us, even before we checked in. Thank you John, David, Naomi, and the lady in the dining hall. (Sorry we forgot your name), And the Chef. 6. The rooms are so clean!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Exceptional staff that redefine hospitality! Mercy, the director, radiates warmth and ensures every guest feels right at home.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2023

    10
    Night Gazing Experience...Rock Hyrax Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is located in a serene environment and has an amazing chilled ambience.The well lit compound has a perfect open space for star gazing at night. The overlooking Hyrax Hill was quite refreshing, and the chirping of birds equally soothing. The staff were very welcoming and courteous and loved their well presented meals. The cosy beds are worth every penny and night. They allowed late checkout and greatly loved the experience. The host madam Mercy was superb and clearly understood what delighting clients meant.. Noted that they have very modern conference facilities. I will be back..😊

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is accessible, very quiet and peaceful, and quite clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. It was all Good and Memorable.

    Simply Amazing. Ms. Mercy, who is the owner of the Facility, she personally drove down from Nairobi to meet us. Had a great conversation with her. It's a new Hotel, very well maintained. Small but one of the best hotels I ever stayed, even when compared to the likes of Europe and the US. We had our dinner at the hotel and the cheff and restaurant staffs were amazing. While leaving for Safari the next day after we checked out, we forgot the Kettle in the room and given that our baby was with us and I will have a hard time finding a new kettle outside the city, she arranged a conveyence to deliver the kettle to us in the Park. For the next day, the Hotel Staff prepared a hearty breakfast for us all,especially keeping the kids in mind. Would definitely recommend Rock Hyrax to anyone who plans to visit Nakuru.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2023

    8.0
    I will definitely visit again!!
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner needs to consider installing ACs. Nakuru has changed, the hot season is seriously hot. So AC in the rooms is a must. Otherwise, everything else is perfect.

    Staff are very friendly. The breakfast is superb, very delicious, everything I ate was outstanding 😋 👌. The hotels is very beautiful also.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2022

    8.0
    It was good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Dinner food. Make fresh food please. Extra activities in the premises

    Location was good Breakfast was nice too.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2022

    9.0
    worth every penny
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    peaceful property

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2022

    10
    A very strong recommendation and good location to stay there for a few days to visit the sights in t
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Via google maps it was a bit difficult to find the right location. A few hundred meters away to the residence was in a pitiful state.

    Very helpful and friendly staff. Despite the late arrival time, our expectations were still met. The hostess was more than willing to fulfill our wishes. The stay was neat and equipped with the necessary facilities. An extra compliment for the cook. The food was exquisite.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2025

    7.0
    overall..my stay was ok.. staff are very helpful and very warm. They make your stay very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The photos make the place look bigger than it is please a swimming pool if possible can make things better but not a must

    Breakfast is fresh and good. the Staff from the receptionist all of them were very nice and accommodating. My car had a slow puncture, they quickly got me someone to help...I felt the warmth.. keep it up Mr. Caleb

    Stayed in April 2025

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