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The Smith Hotel

The Smith Hotel

Ongata Rongai
Check in 1:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Transform your work trip into a productivity powerhouse at The Smith Hotel, where business meets seamless comfort, you'll be 11 minutes by car from Nairobi National Park. This hotel is 20 minutes drive to Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages and 25 minutes drive to Karen Blixen Museum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 73 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property Details

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Banquet hall
  • Number of meeting rooms - 6
  • Meeting rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Luggage storage
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Fitness facilities
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Concierge services

Check-in

Check-in is from 1:00 PM until anytime. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

  • 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

Other details

Grab a bite at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 9 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 6 meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Nairobi National Park - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Karen Blixen Museum - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Oloolua Nature Trail - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi
Galleria Shopping Mall - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Bomas of Kenya - 12.9 km / 8 mi
The Karen Hospital - 13 km / 8 mi
Karen Country Club - 13.6 km / 8.4 mi
The Hub Karen - 17.6 km / 10.9 mi
Prestige Plaza - 19.1 km / 11.9 mi
Yaya Centre - 19.5 km / 12.1 mi
Nairobi Business Park - 19.7 km / 12.2 mi
Strathmore University - 20.2 km / 12.5 mi
Lucky 8 Casino - 20.2 km / 12.6 mi
Nyayo National Stadium - 20.6 km / 12.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 19.8 km / 12.3 mi
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) - 33.7 km / 20.9 mi
The preferred airport for The Smith Hotel is Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO).

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • 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.

Location

Magadi Road, Ongata Rongai, , Kenya
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Free WiFi
Free self parking
Number of restaurants - 2
Children's pool
Number of poolside bars - 1