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Sovereign Hotel

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Kisumu Impala Sanctuary

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Luxury Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
Interior
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Conference centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
For families
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Ground Floor

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Ground Floor

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Executive Level

Panoramic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Executive Level

Panoramic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Executive Level

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Executive Level

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Executive Level

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
Acacia Premier Hotel
Pool
Free breakfast
Spa
Airport transfer
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (104)
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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About the area

Map
Lolwe Drive, off Aput Road, Milimani, Kisumu, 40100

What's nearby

  • Dunga Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The West End Shopping Mall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hippo Point - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kisimu museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 15 min drive
  • Kakamega (GGM) - 93 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pool Bar @ Acacia Premier - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Java House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Java United Mall - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sovereign Hotel

Sovereign Hotel is just 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, facials or body scrubs, and international cuisine is served at Maestro Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 35 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Minimum check-in age – 16
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

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 16

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site extended parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Off-site

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2013
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchairs available on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, facials, body scrubs and body treatments.

Dining

Maestro Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per vehicle (return. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Sovereign Hotel Kisumu
Sovereign Kisumu
Sovereign Hotel Hotel
Sovereign Hotel Kisumu
Sovereign Hotel Hotel Kisumu

Frequently asked questions

Does Sovereign Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sovereign Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sovereign Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sovereign Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sovereign Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Sovereign Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sovereign Hotel?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sovereign Hotel and nearby?
Sovereign Hotel has 2 bars, a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sovereign Hotel?
Yes, Maestro Restaurant offers international cuisine.
Does Sovereign Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Sovereign Hotel like?
Sovereign Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Dunga Bay and 20 minutes' walk from Kisumu Impala Sanctuary.

Sovereign Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I stayed at the property for one week. The rooms were spacious but dated. Some fixtures need to be replaced (stained carpets, mosquito netting, shower curtains). Appeared to be mold on bathroom ceiling, and dead insect in bathroom on check-in. However, staff extremely friendly and restaurant was very good, although expensive by local standards. Wifi was sometimes inconsistent. Overall, I rate stay as average.
David, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Beautiful location
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Over and beyond
Everything was Top 10...The T.V needs more than 9 channels but the staff was Top 10..Asante
Rochelle, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ok but would not stay again
Probably would not stay again if I had a choice. Room door had a class panel on top which let light in at night and couldn't be changed. Plus you could hear noise from hallway. Bathroom shower area had some mold, etc. and needed a refresh. Restaurant was alright. Food took a long time to get. Breakfast was ok, nothing special. Staff was friendly and helpful.
4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Very good hotel, nice and helping staff.
Karim, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place with spectacular views and great accommodating staff
Dexter, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Tobias, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Great staff, perfect location. Property
Job, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Jeroen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The building is quite beautiful and has potential but the air conditioning didn’t work and water quality was very poor. We also had locked our room and found it unlocked the day we were checking out but no staff around - made us feel uneasy
Sabina, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is professional, kind and top notch.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Okay
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

International standard. Professional staff.
What a nice boutique hotel!! The staff members were truly professional and very well spoken, from the guard who you'd meet coming in to the front office, restaurant and room service. The rooms are very clean, well decorated and cozy (my photos cannot do it justice). I booked the executive room the hopes of a view of lake. You could spot it in the distance from an angle but this will soon be difficult with the building propping up across the way. Breakfast was awesome and the hotel ambience was something else. All staff members were attentive and always at my service if I needed anything. The personalised service provided made my birthday memorable. The room service ladies brought up the surprise cake that my som had ordered and sang in a very pleasant manner. I was very pleased. I got real VIP treatment that reminded me of many a international hotel. I was very appreiative of late check out which meant a lot due ot my evening flight. I got to enjoy the rest of the facilities before taking a taxi to the airport. I'll be back for sure.
Dining area
Breakfast
Lake view
Executive room
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

While the hotel rooms are spacious and nice the maintenance is poor. There were problems with internet all through the week long stay. There was problems with hot water that took several days to fix. There is mold in the bathroom and bedsheets were torn. The hotel has seen better days. The staff were friendly and helpful but the overall stay was disappointing!
Purba, 5-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay for work or pleasure travel to Kisumu
Craig, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

The stay was great but they need to subscribe for better tv channels
Daniel, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely stay
A hotel we have stayed at several times, always feels like coming home.
Tracy, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Once again the Sovereign Hotel did an excellent job to make me feel at home for my week long stay.
Craig, 9-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good change
Quite impressed, there was positive change compared to my previous stays. The management seems to be working on the previous complaints. It’s a good property in a good quiet n safe location. Management should work on keeping the standards.
Maureen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not exactly what is advertised . Looks amaizing on the net but kind of an old building on the ground...not worth the amount shown
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review