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Kenya · Lake Nakuru · City Hotel

Merica Hotel Nakuru

A modern hotel in Nakuru town with an outdoor pool, a short drive from Lake Nakuru National Park.

LocationNakuru town, Kenya
TypeCity hotel
Rooms94 rooms & suites
SettingNear Lake Nakuru NP
Meals on safariFull board
KATO member AS/771
80+ Tripadvisor reviews
TRA licensed
10 years experience

About the Hotel

Merica Hotel is a modern hotel in Nakuru town, a short drive from the main gate of Lake Nakuru National Park, home to rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes and hundreds of bird species. It is our budget choice for Lake Nakuru: a comfortable, good-value base for game drives in the park.

The hotel has 94 rooms, from Superior and Deluxe rooms to junior and executive suites, each with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, kettle and free Wi-Fi. After a day on safari you can relax by the outdoor pool, book a massage at the spa, use the fitness centre, and dine in the restaurant or bar. We are happy to include Merica Hotel on any of our Lake Nakuru safaris.

Hotel Highlights

  • In Nakuru town, a short drive from Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Good-value budget base for Lake Nakuru
  • Outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers
  • Spa and fitness centre
  • Restaurant and bar
  • Free Wi-Fi and parking

Location

Lake Nakuru NPLake NaivashaKENYANairobiMerica HotelNakuru town
  1. Merica HotelIn Nakuru town
  2. Lake Nakuru National ParkA short drive away: rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes and 450+ bird species
  3. NairobiAbout 160 km, 2.5–3 hours by road
Accommodation

Rooms at the Hotel

Superior
Up to 2 guests

Superior Room

An en-suite room of about 32 m² with a queen bed, flat-screen TV, kettle and free bottled water.

Deluxe
Up to 2 guests

Deluxe Room

The same comfortable layout with a queen bed and en-suite bathroom, overlooking the pool.

Suite
More space

Junior & Executive Suites

Junior and executive suites with extra space, ideal for families or longer stays. Ask us about availability.

Facilities & Services

At the hotel

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa: massage, manicure and pedicure
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant and bar
  • Free Wi-Fi and free parking
  • Business centre and meeting rooms

Good to know

  • 94 rooms, including junior and executive suites
  • In Nakuru town, a short drive from the national park's main gate
  • About 160 km (2.5–3 hours) by road from Nairobi
  • Check-in from 14:00 / check-out by 12:00
  • Our budget choice for Lake Nakuru
  • Booked as part of our Lake Nakuru safaris
Stay here on safari
On request
Available on our Lake Nakuru safaris
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  • Available on our Lake Nakuru safaris
  • Tailor-made to your dates
  • KATO bonded member AS/771
  • Rated 4.9 on Tripadvisor

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lukasbA4269AC
lukasbA4269AC
09:56 23 Sep 26
The safari with Daydream Safaris was truly perfect! From the planning and the choice of accommodations to the drives between the national parks, it was wonderful in every way.
Kennedy really thought of everything and put together a great package with Daydream Safaris.
Our guide, Jackson, was friendly, funny, and had eagle eyes—no animal escaped his notice. We got to see all kinds of animals, from elephants and rhinos to predators. And all up close!
For another trip to Kenya or another safari, I highly recommend Kennedy and especially Jackson, because they gave my friends and me an unforgettable trip! Thank you so much!
devaanss
devaanss
04:43 23 Sep 26
We had an amazing 10-day safari with Day Dream Safari. Our guide, Jackson, was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and always determined to find the best wildlife sightings while making sure we had a great time throughout the trip.

The accommodations and food exceeded our expectations, and everything was well organized from start to finish. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Highly recommend Day Dream Safari to anyone planning a trip to the Masai Mara.
266majida
266majida
11:30 19 Sep 26
Three parks, one unforgettable journey. At Amboseli, herds of elephants strolled across the dust with Mount Kilimanjaro rising behind them, a scene so perfect I kept thinking someone had painted it. At Lake Nakuru, the shoreline blushed pink with flamingos, and we spotted rhinos grazing nearby. Then came the Masai Mara, where the plains seemed to go on forever and every drive felt like a nature documentary, with lions on the hunt, cheetahs on the prowl.

But what made this trip truly special was our guide- Mr Jackson, a truly living legend. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals, endless stories about the wildlife and the land, and a way of finding the perfect spot at the perfect moment. His patience, humour and passion turned good sightings into moments I'll be retelling for years. We never felt rushed, and we always felt very looked after.

Although the journey just flew by, and I came home with thousands of photos, dusty boots and a heart full of gratitude. Amazing doesn't cover it. If Kenya is on your list, don't wait. Go, and go with this team. I am already planning to rebook again soon.

From the group, thank you Daydream and the team for the memorable trip. See you again soon.
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