The Smith Hotel

Hotel in Ongata Rongai with 2 restaurants and bars

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

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

Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at The Smith Hotel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Popular amenities

Gym
Bar
Room service
Breakfast available
Pool
Air conditioning

₩92,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Tomorrow

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Bathrobes

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Free bottled water

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ongata Rongai is home to The Smith Hotel. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages and Uhuru Gardens Memorial Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Nairobi Railway Museum and Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nyayo National Stadium or Nairobi City Stadium.

Visit our Ongata Rongai travel guide

Magadi Road, Ongata Rongai

What's nearby

Giraffe Centre - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
Nairobi National Park - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 14 min drive - 7.7 km
Karen Blixen Museum - 14 min drive - 8.5 km
David Sheldrick Elephant & Rhino Orphanage - 16 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪The Smith Hotel - ‬1 min walk
‪Rimpa Green By Bailey's - ‬16 min walk
‪The Smith - ‬1 min walk
‪Pizza Inn-Rongai - ‬7 min drive
‪Nyuuat Country Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Smith Hotel

Property highlights

A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Smith Hotel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a billiards/pool table
Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk

Room features

All 73 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.

More amenities include:

Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
TVs with cable channels
Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

6 meeting rooms
Business center
Conference center

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace

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)

Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Smith Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

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

As of Sep 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smith Hotel on Sep 29, 2025 start from ₩78,654, 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.

Is The Smith Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Smith Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Smith Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Smith Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Smith Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Smith Hotel located?

Situated in Ongata Rongai, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Nairobi National Park, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages, and Kazuri Beads Factory. Karen Blixen Museum and Oloolua Nature Trail are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

The Smith Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

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