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The Homestay Cottage

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The Homestay Cottage offers a serene retreat with meals served all day at the restaurant. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, terrace relaxation, and a playground for kids. Attentive staff assist with luggage and touring needs for a smooth, worry-free experience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds

Single Room

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds

Double Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kisumu is home to The Homestay Cottage. Masai Craft Market and The West End Shopping Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and Lake Victoria. Visit our Kisumu travel guide
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Kisumu-Kakamega Road, Kisumu

What's nearby

  • Kisimu museum
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kisumu Clock Tower
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Masai Craft Market
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • The West End Shopping Mall
    7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary
    7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mamba
    5 min drive
  • Buddy's Bar & Grill
    8 min drive
  • Laughing Buddha
    8 min drive
  • Lwangni Hotel Kisumu
    4 min drive
  • Java United Mall
    9 min drive

About this property

The Homestay Cottage

Property highlights
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at The Homestay Cottage. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at The Homestay Cottage have perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Pets stay free
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per night

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 8.00 per person (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts cash

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Homestay Cottage Hotel Kisumu
Homestay Cottage Hotel
Homestay Cottage Kisumu
Homestay Cottage
The Homestay Cottage Hotel
The Homestay Cottage Kisumu
The Homestay Cottage Hotel Kisumu

Frequently asked questions

Is The Homestay Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Homestay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 7:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Homestay Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Homestay Cottage provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 8.00 per person applies.

Where is The Homestay Cottage located?

Situated in Kisumu, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kisumu Clock Tower, Kisimu museum, and Masai Craft Market. The West End Shopping Mall and Lake Victoria are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Homestay Cottage Reviews

8.0

Very Good

9.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Welder homestay noch cottage trifft zu. Ein gewerblicher Beherbergungsbetrieb, der alles effizient abwickelt. Sauber, die zwei Kakerlaken waren wohl ein Ausreisser??? Frühstück ok. Sehr kleine Zimmer. Die Bilder sind sehr geschickt aufgenommen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol L

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

Pleasant stay near Kisumu.

The service was excellent. All staff were freindly and helpful. It's a bit removed from Kisumu center, but a great stop over on the way to Kakamega.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Huug

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

Nice and safe accomodation for budget travelers

Ok location, a bit remote. Google maps points the wrong way. Accomodation is basic ( e.g. room did not have a window) and a bit crampy. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friendly staff, great rooms.

Staff was helpful and friendly. Hotel is close to a main road, but not too close. Rooms are in order and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018