The northeastern part of Kenya is a region known by every household and not for the right reasons at all. This region is mainly inhabited by the Somali community in Kenya and has been struggling with countering terrorism.
However, for those who have been to Northeastern, there is a lot to admire when it comes to resorts. They stand tall, surrounded by lush well-manicured gardens that take away the fact this is an arid area where water is a luxury.
Everything about these resorts is charmingly beautiful. They are secured, welcoming and highly serene.
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Lantern Resort
Setup miles away from the Capital City of Kenya Nairobi, Lantern Resort in Garissa offers a new world of experience in the most serene environment in North Eastern Kenya.It is described as the “little heaven in the north” owing to the lush green landscape in the middle of a dry landscape. Trees line up along the garden area to give visitors a delightful atmosphere.
Lantern Resort also features an outdoor pool, a huge conferencing area, a restaurant and a lounge. What’s amazing about this resort is its high-end rooms. The deluxe twin room has a safety deposit box, pool view, a satellite TV, air conditioning, free- Wi-Fi and a showering space will all toiletries. A one-bedroom suite features the same with a seating area.
The superior double room is designed for executive business travellers. It has more space with the best view of the vicinity of the resort, a large desk with a lounge chair and a king-size bed. The interior decor is unmatchable.
Almond Resort Hotel
Almond is a four-star rated hotel situated in Garissa. It is 181km from Nanyuki in Laikipia, another great place for tourists in Kenya. This resort within Garissa has 80 guest rooms.Almond Resort Hotel has been described as a gem in Northeastern province with Mandera, Wajir, Garissa and Marsabit counties. The hotel serves the northern frontier. When you walk into a four-star rated hotel in Kenya’s capital Nairobi or in Mombasa, be sure to find the same services offered there at Almond Resort Hotel.
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Each of the 80 rooms is has a mini-bar, climate control and refrigerator to keep your body cool. Temperatures are high in this area. The spacious rooms with beautiful finishing have a secure safe box. In addition, high-speed internet is available and ample parking is also available. The rooms have a sitting area too.
The resort’s terrace is a great place to relax and enjoy the heat from this part of the country through trees flanking the resort naturally condition the heat. Fitness enthusiasts have a modern gym to work out at any time of the day.
Almond’s beauty is in the greenery surrounding the property. Stretching Verandahs meander through trees and a mowed lawn. You definitely connect with nature and have leisure time at the large swimming pool.
Nomad Palace Hotel GarissaNomad Palace Hotel is a part of Garissa’s heartbeat. It towers in the central business district of Garissa town and offers excellent services especially for short stays – not to mean that long stays do not get similar services.
Nomad Palace has a touch of nature with a beautiful garden surrounding the property. The garden area of the hotel purifies the air around the property besides its aesthetic value here.
Garissa is an arid zone and temperatures can be treacherous. Therefore, each room has a functioning air conditioner to keep you cool in the room as you relax and catch up with what is happening across the world. Internet is free and available throughout your stay. A flat-screen TV is available with multiple satellite TV channels. If you take your family out, there is a children’s playing area at the hotel.For a taste of Somali cuisine, Nomad Hotel in Garissa is a great place to be. Once you have a taste of the buffet breakfast offered, you will want more food from the hotel throughout your stay.