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Semara Hotels Machakos

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel with 15 indoor pools, connected to the convention center

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A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and multiple flags.
A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, water bottles, and a presentation screen.
A row of modern buildings with a clear blue sky and a bird flying overhead.
A reception desk area with three desks labeled "Reception Desk A," "Reception Desk B," and "Reception Desk C."
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Off Kagundo Road, Machakos, Machakos, Machakos County
  • Place, Kenyatta Stadium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Machakos University
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Machakos Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Mountain View

A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a pillow, and a blue water bottle on a bedside table.

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 54 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

A neatly made bed with white and red pillows, a grey headboard, and a white bedspread.

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Machakos

Heart of Machakos.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Kenyatta Stadium and Machakos University. Machakos Golf Club and Machakos People's Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kenyatta Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Machakos University - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Machakos Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Machakos People's Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • African Heritage House - 44 min drive - 39.3 miles

Getting around

  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beth K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mambo Coffee & Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Skylink Club - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Semara Hotels Machakos

3.5-star hotel with 15 indoor pools, connected to the convention center
As a guest of Semara Hotels Machakos, you'll find 15 indoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 13 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. The family-friendly Semara Hotels Machakos also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Machakos hotel.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Semara Hotels Machakos offers 112 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is $72
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 15 indoor pools
  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 15 indoor pools
  • 24-hour pool access
  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable hoist available
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Semara Hotels Machakos

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include window guards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number yes

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 25 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Semara Hotels Machakos to the airport?

Semara Hotels Machakos is 34.2 mi (66-min drive) away from the Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Semara Hotels Machakos?

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Semara Hotels Machakos on Aug 24, 2026 start from $71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Semara Hotels Machakos have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Semara Hotels Machakos.

Does Semara Hotels Machakos offer free breakfast?

Semara Hotels Machakos offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Semara Hotels Machakos?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Semara Hotels Machakos?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Semara Hotels Machakos?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Semara Hotels Machakos have a pool?

Semara Hotels Machakos features 15 indoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Semara Hotels Machakos have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Semara Hotels Machakos have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Semara Hotels Machakos to downtown Machakos?

Semara Hotels Machakos is 0.1 mi away from Machakos.

Semara Hotels Machakos Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025