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Osoita Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star lodge near Nairobi National Park

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A hotel with multiple rooms, a swimming pool, and a balcony with a thatched roof.
A stone pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof structure.
A building with a thatched roof, stone walls, and a balcony with a metal railing.
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Nazarene Univeristy Road, Ongata Rongai, 00503
  • Place, Nairobi National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Giraffe Centre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, City Square
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a quilted orange bedspread, two pillows, and two rolled towels. A white canopy hangs above the bed.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • River view
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ongata Rongai

In Ongata Rongai .At this Ongata Rongai lodge, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nairobi National Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Nairobi Hospital. Central Park and City Square are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nairobi National Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Giraffe Centre - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • City Square - 27 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 27 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Thika Road Mall - 38 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station - 42 min drive
  • Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osoita Lodge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beatus Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Loop Sports Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steadmak Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Inn-Rongai - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Osoita Lodge

3-star lodge near Nairobi National Park
Osoita Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Osoita Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Osoita Lodge offers 27 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. This Ongata Rongai lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Osoita
Osoita Lodge
Osoita Lodge Ongata Rongai
Osoita Ongata Rongai
Osoita Lodge Lodge
Osoita Lodge Ongata Rongai
Osoita Lodge Lodge Ongata Rongai

Frequently asked questions

How close is Osoita Lodge to the airport?

Osoita Lodge is 9.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Osoita Lodge?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Osoita Lodge on Aug 3, 2026 start from $85, 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 Osoita Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Osoita Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 40 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Osoita Lodge offer free breakfast?

Osoita Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Osoita Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge, but Lucky 8 Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Osoita Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Osoita Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Osoita Lodge have a pool?

Osoita Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Osoita Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Osoita Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Osoita Lodge to downtown Ongata Rongai?

Osoita Lodge is 1.9 mi away from Ongata Rongai.

Osoita Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place and location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were ok.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, staff very helpful with any needs at all. Good food at restaurant. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and good food. On a hill so be prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Everyone there is so kind, caring, and accommodating! They respond to last minute changes due to traveling and always, always go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I come to Kenya every year and it is my favorite place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great food, great service and quiet

Once again fantastic breakfast spread, good food at a reasonable price and comfortable bed. Didn't get to make use of the pool this time but clean and nice to look at outside my bedroom window.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ahhhhhhh

It was a pleasant place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Osoita as it's name implies is not so much a hotel, more an upmarket game lodge. Situated on the edge of Nairobi National Park about 5miles from the entrance of the park and about 15miles from the city center. It is owned and run by a charming Indian family who are unfaillingly considerate and helpful. Their staff, taking their lead from them, are also a delight. The only draw back, and of course this is not the owners fault, is the attrocious traffic on the Ongata-Nairobi road. Driving standards in Kenya are a disgrace by Euroean standards. I suspect Ongata has grown since the lodge was built contributing to the congestion on a not particularly good road. None the less the lodge is an oasis of calm and I truly enjoyed my stay there. Just allow plenty of time in the morning rush hour from about 6a.m.if you need to go toNairobi. Returning after a long hot day touring the lovely cool pool was a special treat. The food was was good and plentiful and reasonably priced, as were bar prices. The menu is International but with an Indian bias and a large vegetarian section on the menu. A particularly thoughtful gesture was, that when I had to leave early for a tour, a "Pic Nic" breakfast was made up for me. I highly recommend Osoita Lodge and Ongata Rongai for anyone who wishes to enjoy "local culture". If you are a 5 star luxury sort of person maybe not so much, but you will miss out on a truly wonderful experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

clean,small, nice friendly staff. wifi is weak in the room but stronger in café.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Verouderd hotel,aan lawaaierige weg.Ook s.nachts.Eten was prima.Dichtbij het olifantenweeshuis.Haal en brengservice wel prettig naar vliegveld of trein.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charmig plats med dyr service.

Osoita Lodge är en charmig plats med bra faciliteter. Personalen mestadels vänlig och tillmötesgående. Service och mat däremot var dyrt jämfört med den kvalité som levererades. Omgivningen är inte heller något som inbjuder till avkoppling och speglades inte alls i marknadsföringen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

This lodge is rustic with it's thatched roof lodge, cobbled walk ways and outdoor restaurant. The rooms need a bit of an update, but overall this is a nice place to stay. Nothing to do in the immediate area but you can hire someone to take you around Nairobi, Nairobi National Park etc. The food was really good and the staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Choose the 15 min extra ride to Maasai Lodge

Too cold in room and restaurant when visiting in the winter. Too dark in room and especially in restaurant. Rooms are small. Expect noise from road all day and all night. Service is great. Food is so-so.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I chose this hotel primarily because it was close to the DSWT Elephant Orphanage. It is a rustic, African hotel. If you are expecting American amenities go elsewhere. There is no AC or screens on the windows but bednet is provided. A fan in the room would have been helpful for the Nairobi heat. The bathroom fixtures could use some repair, the faucet was loose. Small room but functional for a short stay. The internet only worked in a small area near the restaurant. I cannot say enough about my driver Mike/Orsoto! Always on time, always polite and friendly. We shared some great conversations.He introduced himself as Mike. I was pretty sure this was not his "real" name so I asked and he told me his name was Orsoto. I chose to call him that. Note to management: We Americans CAN remember AND pronounce Kenyan names. Bring earplugs because you will be hearing tuk-tuks well into the night. There is a gate and a security guard on duty all night. He was also a friendly guy. Service - Very mixed review: Restaurant service was slow, you will not get anything unless you flag someone down. Front desk service was aloof at best. I had a very early morning flight home and was scheduled to be picked up at 5 am. At about 9:30 the evening before I heard a knock on my door. I was a little nervous as a women traveling alone. When I asked who it was I heard "It is the kitchen with your breakfast." What a great surprise! You would never get this kind of service for the price in the U.S. Watch ou
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great anenities and great service

I had booked for 2 but ended up staying by myself for majority of the trip. However when i asked for a guest to stay and a few little local friends to visit and use the pool after lunch it was fine and the staff were excellent. Helping the kids with dinner and breakfast when i had my hand full. Couldnt ask for better service or amenities. Looking forward to staying again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel for my Family in Nairobi

Great relaxing stay, nice pool, good breakfast. We stayed with two parents and two teenage kids for Christmas holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super hotel

Sehr freundlich alles super
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

michael

Good location for Nairobi wildlife experiences

It was lovely to have use of a pool, which was not at all busy during our stay. Food was either local or Indian in style - finding meal options for an English 8-year-old wasn't as easy as in other hotels. Lighting in the restaurant was also extremely subdued to the point where in the evening it was difficult to see what was being eaten! The room facilities were quite basic - with some splits in mosquito nets and a few stained tiles in the bathroom. Our room was subject to a lot of engine noise late in the evening - motorbikes?
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sweet traditional (African) style hotel.

Beautiful landscaping, with winding paths to your room. nice pool, great resteraunt staff & reasonable price food Close to small airport, not the international one....
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last night in Kenya

Room was clean. No a/c. Pool sparkling. Room overlooked garden which needed attention would prefer room by pool. Breakfast was great. Ate in same restaurant for dinner and very pleased.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I would definitely return to this lodge.

Location and food were great. Located out of the city and near all the attractions we were interested in. Had breakfast & dinner there most days. Staff was extremely friendly and accomodating.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Josef

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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