Product Description

Soames Hotel Nanyuki is a contemporary, well-appointed hotel located in the heart of Nanyuki town, offering modern comfort, excellent dining, and a perfectly central location for exploring everything the Mount Kenya region has to offer.

Named in tribute to the rich colonial and aviation history of Nanyuki, Soames Hotel Nanyuki blends the area’s heritage with a fresh, modern hospitality experience suited to today’s traveler.

The Perfect Nanyuki Base

Nanyuki is one of Kenya’s most strategically located highland towns, sitting at the foot of Mount Kenya and serving as the gateway to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the Laikipia wilderness, Solio Game Reserve, and the mountain’s trekking routes.

SoAmes Hotel Nanyuki is ideally positioned to serve as your base for all of these adventures, with comfortable accommodation to return to after a day of exploration and knowledgeable staff who can help arrange transfers, activities, and safari excursions.

Accommodation

The hotel offers well-furnished contemporary rooms designed for comfort and functionality. Guests can expect quality bedding, modern en-suite bathrooms, reliable Wi-Fi, and warm décor that draws inspiration from the natural surroundings of the Mount Kenya region.

Whether you are staying for one night before heading into the conservancy or using SoAmes Hotel Nanyuki as a multi-night base for a wider Laikipia itinerary, the rooms provide a relaxing and comfortable environment at the end of each day.

Dining

The hotel’s restaurant serves a varied menu of local Kenyan favorites and continental dishes, with fresh ingredients sourced from the fertile farmland surrounding Nanyuki. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available daily, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere makes dining here a pleasure.

The town of Nanyuki itself is known for its vibrant local food scene, and staff at Soames Hotel Nanyuki are happy to recommend nearby spots worth exploring.

Activities and Nearby Attractions

Staying at Soames Hotel Nanyuki puts you within easy reach of some of Kenya’s most iconic experiences:

• Ol Pejeta Conservancy — Home to the Big Five and the last northern white rhinos, 30 minutes away
• Mount Kenya Trekking — Multiple entry gates accessible within an hour from the hotel
• Solio Game Reserve — Famous for its exceptional rhino population, a short drive away
• Laikipia Game Drives — Access multiple private conservancies surrounding Nanyuki
• Nanyuki Town—Explore local markets, craft shops, and the famous Equator crossing nearby
• Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary—A unique wildlife experience within Ol Pejeta

Location

SoAmes Hotel Nanyuki is located in Nanyuki town, approximately 200 kilometers north of Nairobi. The drive takes around 3 hours via the Thika–Nyeri highway, and Nanyuki Airstrip has daily scheduled flights from Wilson Airport in less than an hour.

For more accommodation options in the area, browse our Nanyuki hotel collection or explore our Christmas Safari & Holiday Deals 2026.

For further details about Nanyuki and the surrounding region, visit the Kenya Tourism Board.