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Hotel Hippo Buck

3.0 star property
Hotel in Homa Bay with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Superior Room, Garden View | Garden view
Garden
Bar (on property)
Balcony
Soundproofing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Homa Bay - Rongo Rd, Homa Bay, Homa Bay County
  • Maseno University Homa Bay Campus
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Homa Bay District Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Homa Bay Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

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Soundproofing

Superior Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing

Superior Room, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | Soundproofing

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Homa Bay

Hotel Hippo Buck is located within a few miles (5 km) of Homa Bay District Hospital and Maseno University Homa Bay Campus. Each of the 24 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • Maseno University Homa Bay Campus - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Homa Bay District Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Homa Bay Pier - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Mbita Ferry Terminal - 58 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Kisii University - 61 min drive - 40.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Staridge Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪tausi hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Paraiso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vanity Lounge Bar And Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪lekins chicken centre-Homabay - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Hippo Buck

Hotel in Homa Bay with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At Hotel Hippo Buck, guests have access to a banquet hall. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Hippo Buck Hotel
Hotel Hippo Buck Homa Bay
Hotel Hippo Buck Hotel Homa Bay

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Hippo Buck?

Hotel Hippo Buck provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Hippo Buck?

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Hippo Buck on Jun 12, 2025 start from $37.29, 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.

What's there to see near Hotel Hippo Buck?

This hotel is located in Homa Bay, close to Homa Bay Pier. Lake Victoria is also within a driving distance of 3.6 mi.

Is there parking available at Hotel Hippo Buck?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel Hippo Buck feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Hippo Buck doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Hippo Buck?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Hippo Buck?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Hippo Buck?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Hippo Buck feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Hotel Hippo Buck offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Hippo Buck allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Hippo Buck.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Hippo Buck?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Hippo Buck?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Hippo Buck.

Hotel Hippo Buck Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Godfrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Godfrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, homely place to stay with wonderful service by all staff from the gate, front office to catering.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022