The Kerio View grounds seen from above, thatched bandas and clipped hedges with the Rift Valley beyond
The terrace at Kerio View looking out over the Kerio Valley
The lodge seen through the trees from the garden path
Thatched stone bandas in the grounds at Kerio View
The Kerio Valley opening out below the escarpment
The main lodge building at Kerio View, red roof above a clipped hedge
Iten · Elgeyo Marakwet · Kenya

A place to relax in Iten.

Kerio View sits on the lip of the Elgeyo Marakwet escarpment, close to Iten town - the global capital of running. Come for the running, the paragliding, or simply the view over the Kerio Valley.

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The lodge

Timber and natural stones.

Much of the main building of Kerio View is constructed from timber and natural stones. The restaurant has two levels, and the upper deck has a slight edge when it comes to panoramic views over the Valley.

The views are always changing and interesting; but sunrise breakfasts can be very special indeed - sometimes stunning.

Rooms and bandas
The lodge seen through the trees from the garden path
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What's here

Stay, eat, train, wander.

All services
A room at Kerio View with twin beds under mosquito nets
A variety of accommodation All rooms have WIFI service and facilities for making tea and coffee. Explore rooms
Tables laid in the restaurant at Kerio View
Enjoy a great meal Besides the food, you are likely to experience interesting people and conversations. View the menu
The lounge at Kerio View, seating around the stone fireplace
A drink for the hour You may chose to sit at the bar itself or enjoy waiter services at numerous relaxation places. Visit the bar
The Kerio Valley opening out below the escarpment
Go and find out Paragliding off the escarpment, and the red roads that made Iten famous. See activities
The Kerio View grounds seen from above, thatched bandas and clipped hedges with the Rift Valley beyond
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Reviews

What our guests say.

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It has a soul. From the moment you walk in, you feel it. The staff make you feel less like guests and more like old friends returning home. It is not simply somewhere to stay. It is somewhere to belong.
AgnesAndDavid
Lovely setting, helpful and friendly owner and staff, will go back in a flash! All the food was great, varied and fresh. Great views over the Rift Valley. Beautiful well kept peaceful gardens. I understand why elite athletes want to come here to train.
Neil McArthur
It started raining heavily, and the cold became unbearable. Out of the blue, one of the hotel staff knocked on my door with a smile, kettle, cup, and teabags. It's great to have a hotel that takes such good care of its guests!
Eunice M
Full board really well organized. Staff hardworking and a pleasure. Owner very attentive to customer satisfaction. Lots of top athletes staying in hotel. Relaxed atmosphere. Beautiful views. Nice gym.
Grandvaux
This place is known for one thing and that is the spectacular views! The restaurant also has a great view while you enjoy your meals. The food was excellent. Definitely should be in your bucket list for places to visit in Kenya.
AamirSK
Lovely staff, clean rooms, cosy restaurant. The food is surprisingly good and everything is very well priced. We stayed here for 7 days for a work trip and it was very suitable for our stay. The views are to die for!
Little_My_Mini
You couldn't pick a better spot for a lodge, perched on the east-facing edge of the Rift Valley. The dining room and bar command this great view. The food in the restaurant is simple but well prepared. All up a good place to stay as you explore the Kerio and northern Rift.
Philip V
The view of the valley is just great from the restaurant, room and several view points within the compound. Well-appointed rooms, friendly staff and very accommodating of our requirements. Gym has the latest equipment and you may run into international athletes training there.
Minesh S
Our group of 12 had dinner at the Kerio View restaurant. The staff on the phone were very accommodating and quick to arrange our pre-ordered dinner. The views were amazing and overall, a great place to have a dinner!
SB
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Iten, 2,350 m

The global capital of running.

Kerio View is close to Iten town, which the IAAF recognised as a "World Sports Heritage Site". This is due to the multitude of Olympians and World champions, literally hundreds, that have lived and trained in Iten and its environs. Many of them are frequent visitors to Kerio View.

One should not believe that Kerio View and Iten are just for the super sportsman. This is absolutely not the case. Most visiting runners are here just for pleasure and to expand their horizons.

Running from the lodge
The gym at Kerio View, treadmills along the window
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The terrace at Kerio View looking out over the Kerio Valley