This post is about hotels in two locations both called Aberdare: the town of Aberdare in Wales, U.K. and Aberdare National Park in Kenya.
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Hotels Aberdare, U.K
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Aberdare Bed and Breakfast
Aberdare Bed and Breakfast can refer to a few different guesthouses and lodging properties in Kenya that either carry the Aberdare name or are located near the famous Aberdare Range and Aberdare National Park.
These establishments are popular with travelers looking for a quieter and more affordable alternative to large safari lodges.
One of the better-known options is Aberdare Guest House and Resort in the Kikuyu area near Nairobi. The property offers accommodation, dining facilities, meeting spaces, and landscaped grounds suitable for family outings, conferences, and weekend getaways.
Guests often choose it because it provides a peaceful environment away from the city while remaining within easy reach of Nairobi.
Another property that sometimes appears in searches for Aberdare bed and breakfast accommodation is Aberdare Royal Cottages near Nanyuki. This accommodation combines the intimacy of a guesthouse with resort-style amenities. Visitors can enjoy views of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare ranges, landscaped gardens, swimming pools, restaurants, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The location makes it a convenient base for exploring both the Aberdare region and the Mount Kenya area.
If your goal is to experience the Aberdare ecosystem itself, many travelers use bed-and-breakfast-style properties as staging points before visiting attractions such as waterfalls, forest trails, wildlife-viewing areas, and scenic mountain viewpoints within the national park.
The Aberdare region is known for its dense forests, high-altitude moorlands, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and numerous bird species.
For travelers seeking a more rustic countryside experience, Aberdare Cottages and Fishing Lodge offers accommodation in a quieter rural setting. Such properties are often chosen by visitors interested in nature walks, fishing, birdwatching, and escaping the bustle of urban life.
A typical Aberdare-area bed and breakfast stay usually includes a private room, breakfast service, Wi-Fi, parking, and access to gardens or outdoor relaxation areas. Some properties provide additional amenities such as conference facilities, restaurants, children’s play areas, guided nature activities, or airport transfers.
The appeal of staying in an Aberdare bed and breakfast lies in the combination of affordability, personalized hospitality, and proximity to some of Kenya’s most beautiful landscapes. Whether you are planning a safari, a hiking trip, a romantic getaway, or simply a relaxing weekend surrounded by nature, the Aberdare region offers accommodation options ranging from simple guesthouses to upscale cottage-style retreats.
Aberdare, Kenya
It took me many years of living in Kenya to finally venture out to Aberdare National Park. And oh, what a delight it was when I finally did!
Nyeri and Aberdare National Park were possibly the most beautiful part of Kenya that I have ever visited to date!
If ever you decide to venture there yourself, here are some hotel recommendations for you.
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Hotels in Aberdare National Park
If you prefer to stay inside the park, The Ark and Treetops used to be the only choices you had.
Sadly, Treetops is now temporarily closed leaving The Ark as your only choice of Aberdare National Park accommodation located inside the park.
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Aberdare National Park Hotels
Aberdares Hotels/Aberdare National Park Lodges #1: The Ark Aberdare National Park (Places to Stay National Park)
The Ark has 60 guest rooms and is situated next to a watering hole where wildlife species congregate.
The Ark is a once in a lifetime experience.
This lodge, modeled on Noah’s Ark from the Bible, overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick inside the Aberdare National Park.
Once you get to The Ark, doors are locked at 6 p.m. and, for your safety, not unlocked again until six o’clock in the morning.
In that time, you get to be holed up in The Ark as animals come to drink at the nearby brightly lit waterhole.
From there, you get to watch them up close and personal as they remain completely oblivious to you.
The best way I can sum up the experience is that it feels like coming eye-to-eye with an elephant…all that while you dine, have drinks, and connect with fellow guests in a cozy cabin-like interior, complete with a fire burning in the fireplace.
The Ark offers a completely magical experience that I recommend highly.
Hotel Aberdare/Aberdare Accommodation #2: The Aberdare Country Club
To get to The Ark, you first have to check in at its sister establishment, the Aberdare Country Club, which is an amazing place to be in and of itself.
Why?
Because set in a 1300-acre wildlife sanctuary in the Aberdare Highlands—which are part of The Great Rift Valley—the Aberdare Country Club offers views that had me proclaiming this area the most beautiful part of Kenya I had ever seen.
The views, consisting of the Solio Game Sanctuary (famous for its rhinos) to the north, the Aberdare Mountains to the west, and Mount Kenya to the east, are simply stunning!
All this you get to enjoy from an establishment steeped in Kenyan settler charm and from cottages lined up Kamatongu Hill: the higher up the hill, the better the view.
The food at the Aberdare Country Club is plentiful and amazing, and the nature walks are not to be missed (the Aberdare Country Club Game Sanctuary is home to zebra, giraffe, impala, warthog, duikers, leopards, and many species of birds)!
Hotels Near Aberdare #3. Thomson’s Falls Lodge
Also available further northwest of Aberdare Park is Thomson’s Falls Lodge, which sits next to one of the best falls in Kenya – the 72-meter (236 feet) cascade of Nyahururu Falls or its colonial name of Thomson’s Falls.
Thomson’s Falls Lodge features 32 guest rooms in budget cottages that were built in the 1930s.
There you’ve got it! That’s all I have for you today.
If you have ever been to any of these establishments, or would like to recommend other places to stay around Nyeri or the Aberdare National Park, please let me know in a comment below.
Until the next time,
Biche
Cheap Guest Houses in Nyeri Town
Nyeri offers a variety of affordable guest houses, suitable for budget-conscious travelers.
Here are some options to consider:
- Queenspark Guest House – Located close to Nyeri town center, Queenspark provides a comfortable experience with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, secure parking, and hot showers. This guest house offers a non-alcoholic environment, catering primarily to those looking for a quiet and relaxing stay. Rooms are designed with ambient lighting, comfortable beds, and DSTV access. The property also includes conference facilities, making it a versatile choice for both leisure and business travelers.
- Hopewell Guest House – Situated conveniently within the town, Hopewell offers budget-friendly accommodation with a focus on family-friendly service. Guests have access to spacious rooms, a continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi. With nearby access to local attractions such as Mount Kenya and Aberdare National Parks, Hopewell is well-suited for tourists interested in exploring Nyeri’s scenic spots.
- Batian Guest House – Another affordable option, Batian Guest House provides simple but clean accommodations for those on a tighter budget. Located near the main commercial areas, it’s an ideal choice for travelers who want easy access to shops and restaurants within Nyeri town.
These guest houses offer convenient options to enjoy a comfortable stay without straining your budget.
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