Ochieng' Avenue, Ondiek, Near Kisumu Library, Kisumu, Nyanza, 40100
What's nearby
Kisumu Clock Tower - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Kisimu museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Dunga Bay - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
Hippo Point - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Kisumu (KIS) - 12 min drive
Kakamega (GGM) - 88 min drive
Restaurants
Java House - 2 min drive
Laughing Buddha - 2 min drive
Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - 19 min walk
Java United Mall - 7 min walk
Buddy's Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
About this property
The Great Lakes Hotel
When visiting Kisumu, The Great Lakes Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the 2 bars/lounges are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
96 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free secured onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 5 AM–10 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Working away
Meeting room
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Accessible bathtub
No elevator (single level property)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
29-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Great Lakes Hotel LTD. Kisumu
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Great Lakes Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Great Lakes Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Great Lakes Hotel?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Great Lakes Hotel and nearby?
The Great Lakes Hotel has 2 bars and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Great Lakes Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around The Great Lakes Hotel like?
The Great Lakes Hotel is in the heart of Kisumu, a short 12-minute walk from Kisimu museum and 8 minutes' walk from Masai Craft Market.
Reviews
4.0
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
5.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Nov 20, 2021
I never stayed in the hotel. It was run down
Miriam
Miriam, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 25, 2018
great lakes hotel
no complaints not excellent.but quiet .clean.would stay there again.
trevor
trevor, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Nov 14, 2017
Not an enjoyable stay
Between the stench of burning wafting in from the bustling street outside, the one inch of leg room when on the toilet, the lack of TV remote, and the lack of a working AC, I cannot rate my stay here as enjoyable. A lot of the staff seemed unattentive and when the complimentary water was dropped off one afternoon while I was in the room, the staff didn't even knock - just unlocked the door and apoligzed... Keep in mind that you aren't paying a lot of money to stay here and this is also Kisumu, but if you aren't a tolerant traveller you'll probably regret staying here for more than a night or two.