Ikonia Resort And Hotel, Kisumu ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Busia Road, Kisumu, Kenya, 40100

Ikonia Resort And Hotel, a 3-star Kisumu hotel, features accommodations with a restaurant, bar, garden, and terrace. This popular hotel provides a convenient base for exploring nearby attractions including Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and Lake Victoria.

Rooms & Amenities

The units at Ikonia Resort And Hotel include fully equipped kitchens, refrigerators, microwaves, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Each apartment features a dining area, sitting area, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast at the restaurant on-site. Nearby dining options include Dunga Hill Camp and Java House, both situated within 0.5 miles.

Leisure & Services

Leisure activities near Ikonia Resort And Hotel include visits to local landmarks such as the National Museums of Kenya-Kisumu Museum and Dunga Bay, located within 0.5 miles. Guest parking is available on-site.

Transportation & Local Area

The nearest airport is Kisumu International, situated 6 miles away, while the Modern Couch Express Bus Station is approximately 26 minutes on foot. The location allows guests to explore various points of interest conveniently.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

4 persons

110 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kisumu 1.0 km

Airports

Kisumu International (KIS) 7.7 km

Akiachak Seaplane Base (kki) 7.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy and Classy Room

“During my stay at Ikonia, I was delighted by how well-equipped and clean the room was. The interiors were classy, with amazing sofa sets and pristine beddings that made my experience very comfortable. I felt right at home!” view full review

Great Views at Night

“If you're fortunate enough to stay on the third or fourth floor, you're in for a treat! I loved enjoying the amazing views of Kisumu city at night from the balcony. It was a perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring!” view full review

Immaculate and Spacious Bathroom

“I was very impressed by the bathroom facilities. The spacious, immaculate bathroom had everything I needed, and it contributed to the overall cleanliness I noticed throughout the hotel. It was a pleasant experience!” view full review

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Free breakfast

Room features

Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Busia Road, Kisumu, Kenya, 40100

Map view

Busia Road, Kisumu, Kenya, 40100

City landmarks

Shopping Area

West End Shopping Mall

1.3 km

Harambee Road

Dunga Bay

940 m

Milimani

780 m

Busia Rd

National Museums of Kenya-Kisumu Museum

820 m

Harambee Rd

Kisumu Impala Sanctuary

2.1 km

Achieng' Oneko Rd

Kisumu State House

970 m

Nyatike

Thimlich Ohinga

1.9 km

St Theresa's Cathedral

1.9 km

Mall

Mega Plaza

1.4 km

Harambee Rd

Kenya Wildlife Impala Park

2.1 km

Lake

Hippo Point Boat Trips

2.2 km

Mall

Mega City Shopping Mall

1.6 km

Market

Kibuye Market

2.5 km

Shopping Area

Mega City Mall

1.6 km

Opposite Kisumu South Water Company

Impala Sanctuary

1.7 km

Lake Kanyaboli National Reserve

3.3 km

Equator Sign

1.9 km

Beach

Lwang'ni Beach

2.9 km

Dunga

3.9 km

Beach

Dunga Beach

4.3 km

Unnamed Road

Dunga Resort

4.2 km

Nearby

Museum

Kisumu Museum

500 m

Restaurants

Betty's Kitchen

880 m

Awuor Otiende Road

Nairobi Java House

1.2 km

Jomo Kenyatta Street West End Mall

Acacia

1.2 km

Jomo Kenyatta Highway Acacia Premier Hotel

Java House

1.2 km

Achieng' Oneko Rd

The Laughing Buddha

1.0 km

Swan Centre

Fabo

1.3 km

Kisumu Dunga

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

56%

liked the hotel and would stay again

5.6/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.0

Location

5.0

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Franklin

United States, March 2025

5.0/10

My stay at Ikonia Resort and Hotel was disappointing overall. The lack of basic amenities in my room, such as no microwave or even a plate, truly affected my experience. Additionally, the service at check-in left much to be desired, as they claimed to be fully booked despite my advance payment. 🌧️

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was missing essential amenities and not well-equipped at all.

Service

5.0

The reception staff were unhelpful and failed to properly assist with my reservation issues.

Location

5.0

The location is central, but the overall experience overshadowed this benefit.

Dining

5.0

Dining hours ended early, which was disappointing as I had hoped to enjoy meals at my leisure.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities like room service and airport shuttle were advertised, but not delivered as promised.

William

United States, December 2024

5.8/10

My stay at Ikonia Resort And Hotel was quite disappointing. While the location seemed promising, the lack of adequate service and facilities left much to be desired. I encountered issues with payment and communication, which really affected my overall experience.

Rooms

5.0

The One-Bedroom Apartment was not what I expected. There was no microwave, no gas, and not even a plate in the room.

Service

5.0

I found the service to be quite lacking, especially at the reception. They didn't offer any assistance when my booking issues arose.

Location

5.0

The location had potential, but it was overshadowed by the problems I encountered.

Dining

5.0

I was really looking forward to dining, but I discovered that breakfast was finished an hour earlier than expected.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were underwhelming, especially with no offer for airport transfer despite it being advertised.

Sue

United States, December 2024

7.0/10

My stay at Ikonia Resort And Hotel was disappointing overall. While the location seemed decent, I faced significant issues with service and amenities that left me frustrated. The lack of proper communication regarding my booking was particularly unsettling. 😔

Rooms

5.0

Upon arrival, I was informed that my room was not available despite my confirmed booking. The lack of basic amenities in the room was concerning as well.

Service

5.0

The reception staff were not helpful and showed little concern for my situation regarding the booking. Their communication was poor and they did not offer any solutions.

Location

5.0

The location was fine, but that wasn't enough to make up for the overall poor experience.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, and I found that service finished an hour earlier than expected, which was disappointing.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities like room service and airport shuttle were advertised but not delivered as promised.

Richard

United States, November 2024

5.0/10

I had a pretty rough experience at Ikonia Resort And Hotel. The location is decent, and the service was friendly, but I ran into some major issues with my booking and room amenities. I definitely wouldn’t recommend it given my frustrations.

Rooms

5.0

The room was missing basic amenities like a microwave, which was disappointing. It felt like the setup was lacking for a comfortable stay.

Service

5.0

The staff seemed friendly at first, but when I needed help about my booking confusion, they weren't very accommodating. They didn't offer solutions that I expected.

Location

5.0

The location was alright, but I wouldn't say it was anything special. It was fairly convenient for what I needed.

Dining

5.0

I was looking forward to dining there, but it was a letdown since the dining hours were cut short. The food was good, but I expected more options at dinner time.

Facilities

5.0

While the hotel offers various facilities like room service and laundry, I didn't end up using them due to my overall dissatisfaction with the stay.

Tom

United States, November 2024

5.4/10

My stay at Ikonia Resort And Hotel was quite disappointing. despite its potential. The location seemed convenient, and the amenities offered were promising, but I encountered multiple issues during my visit. The service was not up to par, leaving me frustrated throughout my stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room was clean, but it lacked essential amenities like a microwave and proper kitchenware. which made my experience less comfortable.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, the service was lacking. I felt that the staff were unhelpful and not friendly. There was a significant lack of communication when I arrived.

Location

5.0

The location was decent, making it easy to explore the area. but it didn't make up for the overall experience at the hotel.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited. I was disappointed to find that breakfast ended earlier than expected when I was looking forward to a leisurely meal.

Facilities

5.0

While the hotel advertised several facilities like room service and a shuttle service, I faced difficulties in accessing them as promised. It left a sour taste in my mouth.