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3-star hotels in Naivasha
This shortlist covers 3-star hotels in Naivasha, ranked by guest rating, for travellers who want a comfortable base near Lake Naivasha without going up a class. It suits couples, families and anyone breaking the Nairobi road trip at the Rift Valley.
Staying in Naivasha
Naivasha is a town in Nakuru County, sitting on the shore of Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Rift Valley about 75 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line. People come to be close to the water and to the parks: Hell's Gate National Park and Mount Longonot National Park are nearby, and Crescent Island, a private sanctuary, is reached by boat. Lemaiyan Suites, Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort and Aloepark Art Hotel are addressed in Naivasha or on Lakeview 1St Drive, while most of the rest line the lake shore road south of the town or the main roads into it: Moi South Lake Road, Moi Road, Moi Avenue, Nakuru Naivasha Highway, Mama Ngini Drive. That makes the list work for couples wanting the lake, families on a short break from Nairobi, and drivers breaking the journey.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lemaiyan Suites
Naivasha
Why stay hereLemaiyan Suites is a 3-star address in Naivasha with a 4.7 guest rating across 486 reviews, one of the strongest in this shortlist. The consistently high scores suggest a stay that satisfies guests from check-in to checkout. It suits travellers who weigh guest feedback heavily and want a reliable base in Naivasha rather than a gamble on an unknown property.
See Lemaiyan SuitesAloepark Art Hotel
Lakeview 1St Drive Naivasha
Why stay hereAloepark Art Hotel sits on Lakeview 1St Drive in Naivasha, a 3-star property rated 4.7 by guests over 233 reviews. The Lakeview address puts it in the part of town associated with views toward the water, and its art-themed identity gives it a character that chain-style hotels lack. A good fit for travellers who want a small, distinctive hotel and value strong guest scores.
See Aloepark Art HotelGreat Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort
Naivasha
Why stay hereGreat Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort carries a 4.5 guest rating from 1,853 reviews, by far the largest review base on this Naivasha shortlist. This 3-star property suits travellers who prefer an established hotel with a long track record over newer, less-reviewed options. Golfers and guests wanting resort-style grounds in the Rift Valley setting will find the scale and reputation here reassuring.
See Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf ResortEseriani The Resort
Moi S Lake Rd
Why stay hereEseriani The Resort stands on Moi S Lake Rd in Naivasha, a 3-star hotel rated 4.4 over 721 reviews. The South Lake Road position is the corridor most visitors use to reach the lake shore, so it works well for guests planning boat trips and lakeside days. It suits families and leisure travellers who want a resort setting and dependable guest scores.
See Eseriani The ResortHylise Hotel
Nakuru Naivasha Highway Naivasha Nakuru County
Why stay hereHylise Hotel sits on the Nakuru Naivasha Highway, a 3-star property holding a 4.4 guest rating from 712 reviews. Its highway position suits travellers passing through Naivasha by road or breaking a longer journey between Nakuru and Nairobi. With hundreds of reviews behind it, the hotel offers a tested option for motorists who want easy access without detouring into town.
See Hylise HotelPanorama Park Hotel
Mama Ngini Drive
Why stay herePanorama Park Hotel on Mama Ngini Drive is a 3-star hotel with a 4.2 guest rating drawn from 2,018 reviews, the largest review count on this list. That volume makes it one of the best-known options in Naivasha and a safe pick for travellers who want to judge a hotel on the experience of many previous guests rather than a handful. It suits both leisure and business visitors.
See Panorama Park HotelThe Nest Boutique Hotel
Naivasha Moi South Lake
Why stay hereThe Nest Boutique Hotel is a 3-star property on Naivasha Moi South Lake, rated 4.2 by guests across 421 reviews. The South Lake setting places it along the road toward the lake, and the boutique format means fewer rooms and more personal attention than a large resort. It suits couples and travellers who prefer a compact hotel with a 4.2 rating to a sprawling one.
See The Nest Boutique HotelEaglesvale Resort
Moi Avenue
Why stay hereEaglesvale Resort on Moi Avenue is a 3-star hotel with a 4.2 guest rating from 160 reviews. Its Moi Avenue address puts it within Naivasha town, convenient for guests who want to be near the centre rather than out on the lake road. A reasonable choice for travellers who value a central location and a solid, if moderately reviewed, guest score.
See Eaglesvale ResortEaglesvale Resort Naivasha
Moi Road
Why stay hereEaglesvale Resort Naivasha on Moi Road is a 3-star hotel rated 4.2 by guests over 160 reviews. Like its Moi Road neighbour, it offers a town-side base in Naivasha, handy for errands, restaurants and onward travel. It suits visitors who want straightforward 3-star comfort in the centre and are guided by a 4.2 guest rating from a modest but consistent review base.
See Eaglesvale Resort NaivashaAstorian Grand Hotel
Off Moi South Lake Road
Why stay hereAstorian Grand Hotel lies off Moi South Lake Road, a 3-star property with a 4.1 guest rating from 920 reviews. Set back from the main lake road, it appeals to travellers who want the South Lake corridor without being directly on the busy route. The substantial review count gives a dependable picture of what to expect for guests planning lake excursions.
See Astorian Grand HotelFina Gardens Resort
Moi South Lake Road
Why stay hereFina Gardens Resort on Moi South Lake Road is a 3-star hotel rated 4.1 across 307 reviews. Its position on the South Lake Road makes it a practical base for reaching the lake shore, and the garden setting suggests a quieter stay than a town-centre hotel. It suits leisure travellers and small groups who want green surroundings and a known 4.1 guest rating.
See Fina Gardens ResortSymphony Hotel
Moi Road
Why stay hereSymphony Hotel on Moi Road is a 3-star property in Naivasha with a 4.1 guest rating from 294 reviews. Its town-centre address suits travellers who want to be close to Naivasha's shops and services rather than on the lake road. Guests choosing it get a straightforward 3-star hotel backed by a few hundred reviews and a consistent score.
See Symphony HotelSapphire Resort
Moi Road
Why stay hereSapphire Resort on Moi Road is a 3-star hotel with a 4.4 guest rating, though it has only 21 reviews so far. The small review base means the score reflects early guests rather than a long record. It is worth considering for travellers who want a newer or less-discovered Naivasha option in town and are comfortable with limited feedback.
See Sapphire ResortBurch's Resort Naivasha
Moi South Lake Road Naivashangara
Why stay hereBurch's Resort Naivasha on Moi South Lake Road is a 3-star hotel rated 4.0 by guests across 1,260 reviews. With one of the larger review bases here, it gives a well-tested picture of the stay, and the South Lake Road location keeps the lake within easy reach. It suits families and groups looking for a familiar resort-style option in Naivasha.
See Burch's Resort NaivashaMasada Hotel
Moi South Lake Road 500M On The Right
Why stay hereMasada Hotel on Moi South Lake Road, 500M On The Right, is a 3-star property with a 4.0 guest rating from 947 reviews. The precise directions make it easy to find along the South Lake corridor, and the near-thousand reviews mean plenty of guests have already tested it. A sensible choice for travellers heading to the lake who want a proven 3-star hotel.
See Masada Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemaiyan Suites | ★★★ | 4.7 | 486 |
| Aloepark Art Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 233 |
| Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,853 |
| Eseriani The Resort | ★★★ | 4.4 | 721 |
| Hylise Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 712 |
| Panorama Park Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 2,018 |
| The Nest Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 421 |
| Eaglesvale Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 160 |
| Eaglesvale Resort Naivasha | ★★★ | 4.2 | 160 |
| Astorian Grand Hotel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 920 |
| Fina Gardens Resort | ★★★ | 4.1 | 307 |
| Symphony Hotel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 294 |
| Sapphire Resort | ★★★ | 4.4 | 21 |
| Burch's Resort Naivasha | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,260 |
| Masada Hotel | ★★★ | 4.0 | 947 |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Couples tend to pick on setting and quiet.
Lemaiyan Suites · Aloepark Art Hotel · The Nest Boutique Hotel
For families
Families do better where there is space and a known name.
Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort · Eseriani The Resort · Panorama Park Hotel · Burch's Resort Naivasha
Best rated
If you want the strongest guest scores first, start with Lemaiyan Suites and Aloepark Art Hotel, both 4.7 out of 5. Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort (4.5) and Eseriani The Resort (4.4) follow, and Sapphire Resort also scores 4.4, though it is backed by only 21 reviews so far.
Lemaiyan Suites · Aloepark Art Hotel · Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort · Eseriani The Resort · Sapphire Resort
On the lake road
For the shore road south of town, these addresses put you on it: The Nest Boutique Hotel, Astorian Grand Hotel (off Moi South Lake Road), Fina Gardens Resort, Burch's Resort Naivasha, Masada Hotel and Eaglesvale Resort on Moi Avenue.
The Nest Boutique Hotel · Astorian Grand Hotel · Fina Gardens Resort · Burch's Resort Naivasha · Masada Hotel · Eaglesvale Resort
Where to stay in Naivasha
Moi South Lake Road
This is the lake shore strip south of Naivasha town, where many lodges and camps line the road according to the site. The Nest Boutique Hotel, Astorian Grand Hotel, Fina Gardens Resort, Burch's Resort Naivasha and Masada Hotel all carry this address, which puts you on the side of town closest to the water.
Our picks here: Astorian Grand Hotel · Fina Gardens Resort · Burch's Resort Naivasha · Masada Hotel
Lakeview 1St Drive
Aloepark Art Hotel sits on Lakeview 1St Drive, a single hotel on this list with that address. It pairs the joint-highest guest rating here, 4.7 out of 5, with a street name that points towards the lake side of Naivasha.
Our picks here: Aloepark Art Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Naivasha is reached by road from Nairobi; the straight-line distance is about 75 km northwest of Nairobi. The site does not give driving times or public transport details. Once you are here, the layout matters more than the transport: many lodges and camps line the road along the lake shore south of the town, which is where most of these hotels are addressed, while others sit on Moi Road, Moi Avenue and the Nakuru Naivasha Highway in town. Hell's Gate National Park and Mount Longonot National Park are nearby, and Crescent Island is reached by boat.
Things to do near Naivasha
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the lake shore?
Going by the addresses, the Moi South Lake Road group is your best bet: The Nest Boutique Hotel, Astorian Grand Hotel, Fina Gardens Resort, Burch's Resort Naivasha and Masada Hotel. Aloepark Art Hotel on Lakeview 1St Drive is the other address that points to the lake side.
Which hotel here has the best guest rating?
Lemaiyan Suites and Aloepark Art Hotel are tied at 4.7 out of 5, from 486 and 233 reviews respectively. Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort is next at 4.5 from 1853 reviews, then Eseriani The Resort and Sapphire Resort at 4.4.
Are these hotels good for families?
Families usually look at the larger, well-reviewed properties: Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort (4.5 from 1853 reviews), Panorama Park Hotel (4.2 from 2018), Burch's Resort Naivasha (4.0 from 1260) and Eseriani The Resort (4.4 from 721).
Is parking available at these Naivasha hotels?
The hotel records on this page do not list facilities, so parking cannot be confirmed for any of them. Check directly with Lemaiyan Suites, Aloepark Art Hotel or whichever property you choose before you travel.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
No facilities are listed in the data for these 3-star Naivasha hotels, so a pool or spa cannot be confirmed here. Contact the hotel you are considering, for example Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort or Eseriani The Resort, to ask.
Which of these hotels takes pets?
Nothing in the hotel data states a pet policy for any property on this shortlist. The safest approach is to ask the hotel directly, whether that is Lemaiyan Suites, The Nest Boutique Hotel or another on the list.
Which hotel is best for a short break from Nairobi?
Naivasha is reached by road from Nairobi, about 75 km northwest in a straight line, so any of these work for a short break. For a quick decision, pick on guest rating: Lemaiyan Suites or Aloepark Art Hotel at 4.7, or Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort at 4.5.
How many reviews do these hotels have?
Review counts range from 21 at Sapphire Resort to 2018 at Panorama Park Hotel. Also well reviewed are Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort (1853), Burch's Resort Naivasha (1260), Masada Hotel (947) and Astorian Grand Hotel (920).