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The Homestay Cottage

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Kisumu hotel

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Double Room
Lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio
Shower, free toiletries, slippers, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kisumu-Kakamega Road, Kisumu
  • Place, Kisimu museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kisumu Clock Tower
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Masai Craft Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kisumu (KIS)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room

Double Room

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, cribs/infant beds

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Kisumu

In Kisumu .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Kisumu Clock Tower and Kisimu museum. Masai Craft Market and The West End Shopping Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Kisimu museum - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Kisumu Clock Tower - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Masai Craft Market - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • The West End Shopping Mall - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Dunga Bay - 8 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java United Mall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mamba - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buddy's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Artcaffe Gastro Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Homestay Cottage

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Kisumu hotel
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 bottled water and slippers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Kisumu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

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 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.
  • Cribs (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 cribs/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 cribs/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

How close is The Homestay Cottage to the airport?

The Homestay Cottage is 5.4 mi (12-min drive) away from the Kisumu (KIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Homestay Cottage on Jun 20, 2026 start from CA $38, 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 Homestay Cottage have an airport shuttle?

The Homestay Cottage offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 8.00 per person, one way.

Does The Homestay Cottage offer free breakfast?

The Homestay Cottage offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Homestay Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Homestay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 7:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Homestay Cottage?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Homestay Cottage have a pool?

The Homestay Cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Homestay Cottage have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Homestay Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Homestay Cottage to downtown Kisumu?

The Homestay Cottage is 1.7 mi away from Kisumu.

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

Verified

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
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 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