The Ark Lodge

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.5

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Experience world-class service at The Ark Lodge

Quirky and iconic, Noah Ark is set in the heart of the Aberdare National Park, in Nyeri. The lodge overlooks a watering hole and salt lick, attracting a variety of wildlife, and features four viewing areas, including a ground-level bunker. The rooms at Noah Ark are modelled after cabins, and each comes with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Free WiFi is available in the public areas. Breakfast and dinner are served in the on-site restaurant, as either a buffet or set-menu offering, while lunch is served at The Ark's sister property. Lunch can be organised at Noah Ark by prior arrangement. Guests can also enjoy a drink from the bar. Guests at the lodge can also make use of the Library or browse through the gift shop.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

FREE private parking!

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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
3 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Beatrice
Kenya Kenya
“Anne was very helpful when we requested for changes in our booking. Thank you very much. We enjoyed our stay”
Stephen
Kenya Kenya
“Beautiful,serene,very relaxing place. Awesome staff”
Malvinder
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“As always, the Ark did not fail to impress. Staff, and food excellent! Can't wait to go back again!”
Joanne
Australia Australia
“Every thing, especially the Familes of Elephants and the comfortable bed, and incredible choices of food”
Veerle
Belgium Belgium
“The location is fantastic! It's an unforgettable experience to see elephants, hyenas, buffalos, impalas, warthogs and other animals so close by. The place is very charming.”
Joan
Australia Australia
“The animal encounters were amazing. All the staff were great but Christine was incredible - I would have to say she was the best staff member I have ever experienced in any hotel across the world.”
Ioannis
Greece Greece
“This is the place to be for watching the animals all night. Moreover, everything is well organised. Food is good and staff so friendly and helpful. I adored it”
Joan
Australia Australia
“The animal viewing was suburb. All the staff were great but Christine was incredible - I would have to say she was the best staff member I have ever experienced in any hotel across the world. She was so helpful in organiising things, always caring...”
Francesca
Italy Italy
“The facility is very peculiar and the staff super nice, kind and knowledgeable”
Navyote
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location. Staff were great. Good selection of drinks.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

House rules

The Ark Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:30 to 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 07:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
US$50 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The park entrance fees need to be purchased from the KWS portal https://kws.ecitizen.go.ke/.

The Ark's is sister property of Aberdare Country Club, you are expected to arrive for lunch at Aberdare Country Club and then lodge vehicle will transfer you to The Ark for dinner and overnight.

Only bag pack are allowed, excess luggage shall be stored overnight at the reception of Aberdare Country club.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Ark Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.