Kisumu is the major tourist destination hub in the Western Tourism circuit. Some of the major tourist attractions sites and destinations in Kisumu County include; Ndere Island National Park, Kit Mikayi Rocks, Impala Park, Dunga Beach, and Kisumu Museum.
Here is a list of best hotels in Kisumu;
1. Imperial Hotel Express
Imperial Hotel Express is a 3 star hotel located in the Kisumu city center along the Oginga Odinga Road. It has modern rooms that offer quality accommodation. All the rooms are fitted with free high-speed Wi-Fi, that enables guests to surf the internet conveniently. The hotel offers complimentary nutritious breakfast to its clients at no extra charge. The hotel also caters to the needs of the disabled as it has rooms specifically designed to allow a wheelchair to move around.
2. Acacia Premier Hotel
It is a 4-star hotel located along the Achieng Oneko Road, Kisumu, in the leafy suburb of Milimani. It boasts of magnificent rooms and a rooftop terrace that provides a scenic view of Kisumu. All rooms and suites are equipped with luxury beds, WiFi, climate control and a minibar. The hotel also offers other amenities that include; wellness SPA, fully equipped gym, outdoor swimming pool, coffee shop, pool bar, meetings, and events facilities and a business center. It has a grand ballroom , ideal for conferences and banquets.
3. The Vic Hotel
It is a premier business hotel located in the Megacity Mall compound, along the Nairobi- Kisumu highway. The hotel boasts of luxurious rooms that offer luxury accomodation. The hotel offers free parking, free Wifi, airport transportation, gymnasium, laundry services, Swimming pool, conference rooms, and room service. It provides excellent business and conference facilities.
4. Jumuia Hotel
The hotel is situated on Gumbi Road, just right behind Tuskys supermarket and united mall. The hotel has 65 guestrooms which are categorized into twin rooms, doubles, and penthouses. The hotel offers the following facilities and services; Airport shuttle services, Restaurant services, Luggage storage, Free Parking, Car hire services, Playing grounds, Free Wifi.
5. Grand Royal Swiss Hotel
It is a 4-star Hotel located along the Kisumu-Kakamega Highway, in West Kajul Kisumu. The hotel is located not far from Kisumu International Airport. The hotel boasts large meeting and function rooms with state-of-the-art technology.
6. Vittoria suites
It is suited in the serene environment of Milimani estate. It boasts of well-fitted and air-conditioned rooms. The hotel offers meeting rooms, accommodation, bar and restaurant services. The restaurant serves breakfast and also offers a variety of dishes prepared by highly trained chefs. It offers free Wifi, luggage storage, and cleaning services at no extra cost.
7. Sovereign Hotel
It is located at Lolwe Drive, off Aput Road Kisumu. Services offered include; health and fitness, bar and lounge, meetings and events, dining, 24hr reception, spa, and massage, in-room services, and 24hr security. The hotel has luxury rooms which offer unique accommodations. The rooms are fitted with LCD flat screen TV, free Wifi, air conditioning, safety deposit box, and a direct phone line.
8. Sarova Imperial Hotel
It is located off Jomo Kenyatta Highway, Achieng Oneko Road, Kisumu. It has played a leading role in Kisumu’s hospitality industry as one of the best luxury hotels in the region. Amenities and services offered here include; Spa service, fitness center, room service, suites, bar and lounge, restaurant and conference facilities.