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The Ole-Ken Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, in the vicinity of Lake Nakuru National Park

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Executive Double or Twin Room
Lobby
Hallway
Located close to Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site, The Ole-Ken Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Clothes dryer
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Clothes dryer
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Double or Twin Room

Family Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Clothes dryer
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room

Executive Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Clothes dryer
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Nakuru, The Ole-Ken Hotel is in the city centre. Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Nakuru National Park and Menengai Crater. Lake Elmenteita and Thomson Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
West Road, Nakuru, Nakuru County, 20100

What's nearby

  • Lake Nakuru National Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Menengai Crater - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Lake Elmenteita - 32 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Makalia Falls Viewpoint - 50 min drive - 47.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rigena Bar and Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Garden villa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC Nakuru - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ole Ken Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Java Nakuru - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ole-Ken Hotel

Upscale hotel near Lake Nakuru National Park
Located close to Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site, The Ole-Ken Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • 8 meeting rooms, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, local meal delivery service and a lift
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and portable fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Moran
  • Loresho
  • Paprika

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (132 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Is The Ole-Ken Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ole-Ken Hotel?

As of 10 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ole-Ken Hotel on 11 Oct 2025 start from AU$157.92, 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.

How much is parking at The Ole-Ken Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ole-Ken Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Nakuru, this hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Lake Nakuru National Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site. Menengai Crater and Lake Elmenteita are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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