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The Homestay Cottage

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kisumu with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Double Room
Lobby sitting area
Lunch and dinner served, African cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$50
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Kisumu-Kakamega Road, Kisumu
  • Kisimu museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Dunga Bay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Hippo Point
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Kisumu (KIS)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Kisumu

At The Homestay Cottage, you'll be 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Kisumu Clock Tower and 5.4 km (3.4 mi) from Kisimu museum. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Kisumu hotel include Masai Craft Market and The West End Shopping Mall.

What's nearby

  • Kisumu Clock Tower - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kisimu museum - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • The West End Shopping Mall - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Dunga Bay - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hippo Point - 12 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kisumu City - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Java United Mall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Homestay Cottage

Hotel in Kisumu with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The Homestay Cottage. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kisumu hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Homestay Cottage offers 12 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Kisumu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cots/infant beds
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Homestay Cottage?

The Homestay Cottage offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Homestay Cottage?

As of 5 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Homestay Cottage on 6 Apr 2025 start from AU$49.66, 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.

Is parking available at The Homestay Cottage?

Yep, The Homestay Cottage has a free self car park.

Is The Homestay Cottage family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Homestay Cottage is a hit with families.

Does The Homestay Cottage serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Homestay Cottage?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Homestay Cottage?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves African cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Homestay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

The Homestay Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carol L, Casablanca airport.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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