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The Ole-Ken Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Nakuru National Park

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Bar (on property)
Executive Double or Twin Room
Lobby
Exterior
Hallway

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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West Road, Nakuru, Nakuru County, 20100
  • Place, Lake Nakuru National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Menengai Crater
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Double or Twin Room

Family Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double or Twin Room

Executive Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Nakuru

City center stay.You'll find Lake Nakuru National Park and Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Menengai Crater is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lake Elmenteita is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Menengai Crater - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Lake Elmenteita - 32 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Mogotio Equator Crossing - 35 min drive - 48.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC Nakuru - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bustani Lounge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bontana Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Choma Bite, Nawasco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ole Ken Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Ole-Ken Hotel

3-star hotel near Lake Nakuru National Park
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 8 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly The Ole-Ken Hotel also features a fitness center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
The Ole-Ken Hotel offers 40 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (52 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

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 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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, debit cards, and cash
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, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Ole-Ken Hotel Hotel
The Ole-Ken Hotel Nakuru
The Ole-Ken Hotel Hotel Nakuru

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ole-Ken Hotel to the airport?

The Ole-Ken Hotel is 101.8 mi (183-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 Ole-Ken Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ole-Ken Hotel on Jun 13, 2026 start from CA $117, 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 Ole-Ken Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ole-Ken Hotel.

Does The Ole-Ken Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Ole-Ken Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Ole-Ken Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Ole-Ken Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Ole-Ken Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Ole-Ken Hotel have a pool?

The Ole-Ken Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Ole-Ken Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like brunch and light fare.

Does The Ole-Ken Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Ole-Ken Hotel to downtown Nakuru?

The Ole-Ken Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Biashara.

The Ole-Ken Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALIPHONSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Hotels in Nakuru. Clean and spacious rooms, new/updated amenities and very professional and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had never heard about the hotel even though I have visited Nakuru several times before. It was a very pleasant surprise and I must say one of the best hotels I have stayed in the area; definitely value for money. Our room was very spacious and very clean. The linen was very good and the bed very comfortable. It was conveniently located close to a big shopping mall and great restaurants. The buffet breakfast was very delicious with several good options. I highly recommend it and I hope to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this property! Spacious room accommodations for our family of 5. Everyone working at the hotel was So kind and helpful. We couldn't get over how good the Indian food was at the restaurant--likely the best we've ever had! Definitely try the feta and coriander samosas. It was very easy for us to walk down to the mall and do some shopping as well. Would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff gave me their friendship. In the times I have shared in Ole-Ken, my daily coming and going was uplifting. I deeply enjoyed the handshakes with the smiles. The verbal greetings were always there with enthusiasm and sincerity. I do not need to go to Ole-Ken to be encouraged, to be comfortable, to be satisfied, but it always occurs. Asante sana!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025