Dove Nest Lodge
Ranked in Best Safari Lodges in Naivasha
About
The cottages are cozy with private balconies overlooking Lake Naivasha, and the grounds are peaceful. The restaurant serves decent continental breakfasts. It's affordable and family-friendly, perfect for a quiet weekend by the lake.
Highlights
- Wheelchair accessible
Google reviews
- Highclass S.Google review · 28 Jan 2026
I recently spent two nights and three days at Dove Nest Lodge near Lake Naivasha, and it was a fantastic experience. The food was delicious, offering a great variety of tasty dishes. The swimming pool was refreshing and well-maintained, and the environment was peaceful and inviting. The rooms were comfortable and met all my expectations. Overall, it was a lovely stay, and I highly recommend it!
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- Bosire M.Google review · 19 Jan 2026
I visited this cool place wow what I can day is that this place is the best the best when I say the best I mean its a home away from home there rooms were good I love them the service wow I was surprised to not that each time meals are ready they just call you to come for your meal the receptionist wow I enjoyed my stay the everioment is good and friendly to family the swimming pool was looking clean the staffs were so friendly and welcoming I can't wait to book my stay again without forgetting the food was out of 10 I give them 11 because it was delicious thank you for the good service Dove nest ❤️
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- VictoriaGoogle review · 9 Jan 2026
I wish there was a way to rate the hotel a zero star, because that is exactly what it is. The rooms and facilities are the worst we have ever been in. They are stuffy, dirty, poor beddings, mosquitoes everywhere, everything is just bad. The door barely had a lock and we were worried about our safety. My husband literally stayed awake all night due to the condition of the rooms and safety issues. Breakfast was cold.
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- Maggy M.Google review · 14 Dec 2025
Christine gave us best service ever she has a golden heart and deserves to experience the very best that hospitality can offer. Food was really good,staff were kind . Perfect away from fast life in the city.
- Spice T.Google review · 2 Sep 2025
I visited Dovenest for a night, and David was exceptional in his hospitality. I truly appreciated him hosting us. I would highly recommend Dovenest for groups such as schools, churches, chamas—it's a strategic and peaceful getaway from home. I will definitely visit again!
Location
North, Kinangop Rd, Naivasha, Kenya
Naivasha
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