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Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya

4.5 star property

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Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Superior Single Room

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Room

Honeymoon Room

  • 40 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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About the area

Kisumu

With a stay at Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya in Kisumu, you'll be 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Maragoli Hills and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Lake Victoria. .This family-friendly resort is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Dunga Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Kisimu museum - 22 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Masai Craft Market - 23 min drive - 24.2 km
  • The West End Shopping Mall - 23 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Dunga Bay - 25 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 28 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kisumu City - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Carpediem - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Fish Eating Joints - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Green Park Lifestyle - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lovely Garden Guest Home - ‬13 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 offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 58 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Kisumu? This resort has 8611 square feet (800 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 10 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya has 2 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

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 transport

  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • Conference centre (8,611 square foot 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 lift
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre 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 cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 4000.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 4000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

Reviews

Ciala Resort Best Hotel in Kisumu Kenya Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like everything there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia Klara Nyaundi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome serene place with great food and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BERNARD, Pawleys Island

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is AWESOME! I highly recommend Cial resort
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guenter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent breakfast buffet, good value. Nice resort near Kisumu
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Even more beautiful people. And I loved all the beautiful birds on the property.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Lenoir

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place to stay in Kisumu. Hotel staff and management professional and accommodating. Would have preferred more menu variety in food if possible.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It felt like I was right at home! This was an incredible experience. I can’t wait to bring my family back with me soon!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hisham

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marcy

Business traveller
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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Julius, Springfield

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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