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Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya

4.5 star property
Riverwalk resort with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Family Cabin | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, Hulu
Reception
View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Daraja Mbili, Kisumu, Kisumu County
  • Hippo Point
  • Dunga Bay
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Kisumu (KIS)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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Room options

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Superior Single Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Single Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Cabin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Cabin

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Honeymoon Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

  • 753 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kisumu

Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya places you 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Maragoli Hills. This 58-room, 4.5-star resort welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Kisimu museum - 22 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Kisumu Clock Tower - 23 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • The West End Shopping Mall - 23 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • Dunga Bay - 25 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 28 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kisumu City - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Secrete Lounge - Maseno - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Fish Eating Joints - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Carpediem - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soweto Hotel - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya

Riverwalk resort with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a beach shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this luxury resort include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 55-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies, electric kettles, and safes are other standard amenities. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (8,611 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 4000.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 4000.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 credit card, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Ciala In Kisumu Kenya Kisumu
Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya Resort
Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya Kisumu
Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya Resort Kisumu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

This resort is located in Kisumu, close to Maragoli Hills.

Is there parking available at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the resort. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

Spa services at the resort include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and couples treatments.

Does Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya feature a casino?

No, Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya good for couples?

This lakeside resort offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as an outdoor pool and 2 bars.

Does Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this resort.

Does Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

The closest major airport to Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya is Kisumu (KIS), which is 11.8 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kakamega (GGM), which is located 29.5 mi away (73-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya?

Yes, every guestroom at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya comes with a balcony with some featuring hill views.

Does Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marcy

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

Excellent Service

The service at Ciala is always top notch. This is my third time staying with them and they are always hospitable. Our TV was missing from our room, so check in was a bit delayed and they had to separate our beds which we had asked for before we arrived, but other than that, if you need a place to relax, it is great to wind down there.
Margarita Pizza
Chocolate Milkshake
Fresh juice upon check in
Clean pool, perfect temperature
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property had hot water only in the mornings. If you want to take a shower in the afternoon or night it was only cold water. No robes in room. Breakfast is good but lunch and dinner meals need improving.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a little off the main road. Arrange pick up earlier since cabs can take as long as 30 minutes. Excellent property!!! The gardening is out of this world
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KENNEDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ciala is the best resort in Kisumu and the pricing is very affordable. We booked a couple rooms, since we had a big party. The staff was incredibly friendly. Security team was great. The pool was nice. They had a kids area and plenty of area to run around. One neat thing they did was catch your own fish and the staff would cook it for you from a giant fish tank. Think of it like picking a lobster, but with a lake twist. Very easy to recommend. Will gladly book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
isolated and steam room and sana didn't work
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fedor

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DELVINE

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius, Springfield

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well maintained and staff very friendly. I didn't like the fact that it took them more than 30 minutes to check us in but this disappointment was more than compensated by their juicy juices. The staff also were willing to go out of their way to carry our small bags, which was a bit vexing. They might have picked this habit from the expectation/attitude of some "waheshimiwa" guests. Breakfast was pretty good. We went in for lunch and it took more than one hour to get it ready. This was perplexing. However, the lunch turned out to be pretty good. Overall, some of us are very conscious of time and I more than mentioned to the receptionist this. It will be nice if the management can take this into account. Everything else was pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

JITESH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good experience !!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cris

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

Cris Obudo

Outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony, crown point

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good place to stay…. Salty food.. some broken amenities, typical to Kenya. Most of the staff were excellent. Would recommend - a bit pricey though. It’s not quite there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

NIKKI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I can't even begin to tell you how absolutely AMAZING and beautiful this place is! From beginning to end I was treated like royalty. I highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend this place. I will be visiting every time I come to Kenya.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, crown point

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Staff is excellent and friendly. Would definitely come back. Gym and steam sauna a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Best place to be

Ich war in Ciala für vier Tage, Top-Service, sehr freundlich und hilfsbereites Personal. Ich war krank hatte Durchfall und Erbrechen, sie waren sehr hilfreich, ich bat immer wieder um Wasser im Zimmer, das ich ohne zusätzliche Gebühren bekam. Sie bereiteten eine spezielle Ernährung vor, die mir sehr half. das Personal war immer kompetent. Vielen Dank Ciala Ich werde sicher wiederkommen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024