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The Smith Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Ongata Rongai hotel

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Standard Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Garden view
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Standard Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Magadi Road, Ongata Rongai
  • Giraffe Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Karen Blixen Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ongata Rongai

In Ongata Rongai .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Nairobi National Park and Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Karen Blixen Museum and Oloolua Nature Trail.

What's nearby

  • Giraffe Centre - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Nairobi National Park - 13 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 14 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 14 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 34 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smith Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Art Caffe - Hardy - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Visa place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rongai Business Hub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Siron Place Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Smith Hotel

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 3-star Ongata Rongai hotel
The Smith Hotel offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 6 meeting rooms. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly The Smith Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ongata Rongai hotel.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
The Smith Hotel offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ongata Rongai hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Smith Hotel to the airport?

The Smith Hotel is 12.3 mi (45-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Smith Hotel?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smith Hotel on Jun 7, 2025 start from $67.8, excluding 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 The Smith Hotel have an airport shuttle?

The Smith Hotel offers an airport shuttle.

Does The Smith Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Smith Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 9 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Smith Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Lucky 8 Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Smith Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Smith Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Smith Hotel have a pool?

The Smith Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does The Smith Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does The Smith Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Smith Hotel to downtown Ongata Rongai?

The Smith Hotel is 2.7 mi away from Ongata Rongai.

The Smith Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 9 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant and staff
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Good value for money

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gridlay

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
The Rooms were NOT at ALL as advertised. The Beds were not what we had reserved. The staff gave us the accommodations that we had payed for online, but the rooms and beds were all smaller than advertised. We had booked a queen and King suite with two separate bedrooms and we were given a Double and two twin beds. The Rooms were very tiny without room to turn around in, the Bathroom sink Flooded up out of the floor drain if you ran the water for more than 8 seconds. The water in the shower had no temperature control and flooded out from under the glass walls to soak the entire bathroom floor. To the credit of the hotel the facility was very clean and tidy, but I can't recommend staying there without knowing exactly what you are paying for. Do not book online!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Deanna, Kauai, HI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was impressed with the beautiful property. The staff was excellent and very helpful in my solo travels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Ann-Charlotte

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Bonsoir Je fait le réservation une chambre de 2 personnes Ma mere et mon petit frère montant 125 euros mes fami sont arrivées on augmenté le prix des 125 au 175 euros
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Mayo, 福岡

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
まずホテルの所在地ですが、ナイロビの空港からだいぶ離れていたので、少し不便でした。 ホテルにたどり着くまでの道は雑然とした田舎。 ホテルはこぢんまりしていますが従業員の方々がとても親切でした。 設備面についてはヘアドライヤーがなかったり、バスルームがシャワーのみだったり、お国柄あまり髪の毛を洗わないのか、郷に入っては郷に従えといったところ。 ホテル検索の時に空港からとか、ナイロビ市街地からどれくらい距離があるのかを示すべきだと思います。 ホテルで両替ができませんでしたので、現地通貨は予め用意しておくと安心です。
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019