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Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Mt. Kenya National Park · Kenya
Ol Pejeta ConservancyView location
9.4/10Excellent23 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/10 9.2
Service9.0/10 9.0
Comfort9.0/10 9.0
Condition9.2/10 9.2
Neighborhood9.0/10 9.0
Amenities10.0/10 10.0
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About Sweetwaters Serena Camp
It's location in a private conservancy with a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any of Kenya's national parks makes Sweetwaters Serena Camp one of the best tented safari camps in Kenya.
A sheltered oasis, clustered around a water hole and set in the pristine calm of the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Sweetwaters Serena Camp offers a charming blend of under-canvas ambiance and Kenyan safari luxury.
Located on the plains of Mount Kenya, the camp features thirty-nine luxury tents, each with its own private veranda overlooking the water hole. The central Rhino Restaurant is housed in the former manager's house of this once colonial farm, and offers both regional and international cuisine.
Also within the house is the Kashoggi Bar and lounge, which centres on a blazing log fire. The Waterhole Bar, built in the style of a game-viewing hide, overlooks the waterhole and offers unrivalled wild
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When you stay at Sweetwaters Serena Camp in Nanyuki, you'll be steps from Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This family-friendly hotel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Nanyuki Park and 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Nanyuki Show Ground. Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions.
Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and bathrobes. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
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Check-in and check-out
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12:00 PM
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6:00 PM
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10:00 AM
Hotel policies
No elevators
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals not allowed
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You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Additional fees: USD 110 per person, per night for adults and USD 55 per person, per night for children (from 3 years old to 11 years old)
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This property is located within the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee, collected at the main entrance of the park. -
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- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
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Special Instructions
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property is located within the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The listed 'additional' mandatory fee comprises the additional mandatory park entry fee, collected at the main entrance of the park.
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- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Property Registration Number 7997
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Optional fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 150.0 per night
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Spoken Language
Swahili
English
Nearby attractions
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nanyuki Park
17.4 km / 10.8 mi
Nanyuki Show Ground
18.3 km / 11.4 mi
Solio Game Reserve
23.1 km / 14.3 mi
Mount Kenya National Park
34.3 km / 21.3 mi
Hotel facilities & services
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- Total number of rooms: 56
- Twin rooms: 30
- Double rooms: 24
- Triple rooms: 2
- Superior rooms: 17
- Accessible rooms: 1
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- Transfer serviceExtra charge
- Laundry serviceExtra charge
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- Clothes dryer
- Grill/BBQ
- Bar
- Restaurant: 1
- Non-smoking area
- Smoking area
- Conference room: 1
- Business centre
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- TV lounge
- Massage
- Spa treatmentsExtra charge
- Breakfast
- Full board
- Early Check-inExtra charge
- Identification card at arrival
- Flight information required
- Non-smoking establishment
- SafariExtra charge
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Tent DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEWTent • DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEWTLN.DX-VN
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FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST
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Tent KING SIZE BEDTent • KING SIZE BEDTLN.KG
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Tent PARK VIEWTent • PARK VIEWTLN.PV
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Darren
Magical! I've been to over 40 countries and 48 states in the US. This is a must-see stop on Planet Earth!
Joanne
I've done many safaris throughout Kenya, but we've come back here several times. The accommodations are wonderful, but the staff are over the top amazing! They catered to us like a 6 star resort! This park has the most plentiful animals, and we had some absolutely amazing game drives!
PHYLLIS
Beautiful location. Plenty wild animals. Unique experience
Pierre
Our favorite place in Africa
An amazing. Stay at this place. After 2 months in Africa this is our favorite place. The people are so nice, thank you to Gilbert our driver, to Pierre the manager and Gilbert his assistant. Everything was perfect , we saw so many animals and Gilbert is so patient to find them. The tent was nice and clean, the food was really good.
John
Fantastic location
Unbelievable location. Service was exceptional staff completely focused on guest needs.
Rooms were generous and luxurious.
Can’t ask for anything better
Rooms were generous and luxurious.
Can’t ask for anything better
finn
Every thing was good and there was plenty game
Verified traveler
We were welcomed so very much. The staff were courteous and helpful. The facilities were excellent. The food was extra special compared to other resorts.
They all tried to do whatever was needed - it was no trouble
They all tried to do whatever was needed - it was no trouble
Verified traveler
Animals and more
Ideal place to see animals at the watering hole or by taking a game drive with excellent hotel staff
Verified traveler
This location is beatiful and the food is very good and rooms are well maintained and comforta
It would be nice to see a little more variety in the foods offered at meals.
The woman at checkin was not very pleasant throughout our stay.
It would be nice to see a little more variety in the foods offered at meals.
The woman at checkin was not very pleasant throughout our stay.
Joanne
This was an amazing experience!!!!! Rooms were so unique and comfortable and staff truly treat you first class
My only complaint was my room was the farthest away and my water pressure in shower was very very poor.
My only complaint was my room was the farthest away and my water pressure in shower was very very poor.
Nestor
Good accomodation,food just OK,BE CAREFUL WITH THE SAFARI<THOSE ARE NOT INCLUDED AND ARE SO EXPENSIVE,it is better to hire a local agency to do it
Cheryl
Amazing experience!
Waking up to zebras outside our tent is priceless. Staff were so friendly and accommodating. Hot water bottles at turn down was much appreciated at the end of a long day. Safari and lion tracking were amazing. Planted a tree in the garden in hopes of being back some day.
Denise
LOVE Sweetwaters
We stayed at Sweetwaters for three nights. We had a party of 10 in our group as we were getting married there. The staff are so wonderful and accommodating. We stayed there two years ago and some of the staff remembered us from our first visit.
I would highly recommend Sweetwaters if you are traveling to Kenya.
Can't wait to go back there!!!!
I would highly recommend Sweetwaters if you are traveling to Kenya.
Can't wait to go back there!!!!
Verified traveler
Everything perfect in spite of expedia fumbling and losing our car rental reservation which had been confirmed and itineray number issued. Could not be obtained shortly before the trip. In spite of several attempts no help from expedia in helping fixing. Very poor service, very poor reliability expedia!
Zubaida
Wonderful Safari and wilderness camp
It was a wonderful tented camp with a water hole right in front - zebras and so many other animals right in front of you except that you were protected by an electric fence that did not however interrupt your view. Food was excellent. Service formidable. safaris wonderful.
Palitha
Hotel to chill out
Nice hotel with great amenities and proximity to the airport.
Verified traveler
Great for kids, if on the corporate side
Sterile/corporate compared to other tented camps (most of which cost much more anyway), but one of the few safari lodges where you get up close and personal with the wildlife while at the same time being appropriate for small children.
Ashley
If you want Safari, Sweetwaters is the place to go
We travel a lot and this has been our best holiday to date. Staff were fabulous, friendly & Professional.
We planned our stay so I could study by day and we could game drive at the start and end of the day.
We achieved everything, including a 6 mile run outside the park, archery lessons, drawing, and game - my god SO MUCH game. We have returned with over a 1,000 photos and many hours of video.
This is a MUST DO MUST GO TO location if you want to see wildlife. Book a safari drive at the resort for more, or hire your own car and drive (its a simple straight road from Nairobi). Or just sit outside your tent and relax while the animals come to you. Remember to budget for Conservation Park Entry fees to help preserve and protect this wonderful location and its inhabitants.
We planned our stay so I could study by day and we could game drive at the start and end of the day.
We achieved everything, including a 6 mile run outside the park, archery lessons, drawing, and game - my god SO MUCH game. We have returned with over a 1,000 photos and many hours of video.
This is a MUST DO MUST GO TO location if you want to see wildlife. Book a safari drive at the resort for more, or hire your own car and drive (its a simple straight road from Nairobi). Or just sit outside your tent and relax while the animals come to you. Remember to budget for Conservation Park Entry fees to help preserve and protect this wonderful location and its inhabitants.
Verified traveler
Great location, poor service at front desk
The hotel is in a perfect location to view wildlife and once the park gates close you can sit on the benches and the animals come to you. But don't expect great things from the tented camp (for the price they're on the low end of the price-quality ration for Kenya) and the service at the front desk was terrible. The staff at reception even lied to us about the availability of certain activities because they didn't want to bother to book us for them. However most of the other staff were lovely.
Karen
Great safari tented camp
Fabulous accommodations !! Food was excellent as well !
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Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nanyuki, Kenya
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