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Imperial Hotel Express

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Check-in/check-out kiosk
Reception
Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail
Front of property

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Oginga Odinga Road, Kisumu, 40100
  • Hippo Point
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Dunga Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Kisumu (KIS)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kisumu

In Kisumu .You'll find Kisumu Clock Tower and The West End Shopping Mall within a 15-minute walk of this Kisumu hotel. Kisumu Impala Sanctuary and Masai Craft Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The West End Shopping Mall - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Masai Craft Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kisumu Impala Sanctuary - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Dunga Bay - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kisimu museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kisumu (KIS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pool Bar @ Acacia Premier - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Java House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mahfudh Ashur Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Java United Mall - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Imperial Hotel Express

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Imperial Hotel Express offers its guests laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Imperial Hotel Express also features an ATM and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Kisumu hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Imperial Hotel Express offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kisumu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (USD 2 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 per person

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one way)
  • Self parking fee: USD 2.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: M-Pesa
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, mobile payments, and M-Pesa. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Imperial Hotel Express to the airport?

Imperial Hotel Express is 2.6 mi (10-min drive) away from the Kisumu (KIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Imperial Hotel Express?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial Hotel Express on Aug 3, 2025 start from $76.27, 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.

Does Imperial Hotel Express have an airport shuttle?

Imperial Hotel Express offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 30 per vehicle, one way.

Does Imperial Hotel Express offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Imperial Hotel Express, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 12 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Imperial Hotel Express?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Imperial Hotel Express?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Imperial Hotel Express?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 2.00 per day.

Does Imperial Hotel Express have a pool?

Imperial Hotel Express does not have a pool.

Does Imperial Hotel Express have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Imperial Hotel Express to downtown Kisumu?

Imperial Hotel Express is 1.3 mi away from Kisumu.

Imperial Hotel Express Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 54 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located in town center
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

excellent stop over and well priced

very functional and reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

BRENDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to beg for a teabag and sugar in the evening. I was told to go and buy at the supermarket across the hotel. Really???
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette, NAIROBI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, including Judith at the Reception, Evans, the chef, and the security team, were exceptionally hospitable and professional, ensuring a delightful stay with freshly prepared meals. The rooms, meticulously maintained by the housekeeping team, are both clean and well-appointed, making them perfect for both business and leisure travelers. Additionally, the soundproof windows provide a serene environment, even for rooms facing the bustling Oginga Odinga Street. I highly recommend this venue to both returning and first-time guests visiting the lakeside city of Kisumu.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is OK
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great hotel for business trip or short stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great!

Friendly staff and excellent food! Very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Imperial express is safe, clean, with great staff and good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Samera aziz

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruce alozius

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

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

Kisumu ber!

Everything about my stay at the Imperial Hotel Express was wonderful. Nestled in the middle of everything, this property is extremely convenient to anyone visiting Kisumu. Everything I needed to take care of was within 3 blocks. Staff are always available to answer questions and provide assistance. Security is ever present at the front door. Breakfast is good. Room TV wasn't great (only 8 stations!) and I was told there were no other stations available although the menu lists about 300 satellite stations. No biggie, because the nightclub around the corner was hopping. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for your buck
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

Accountant

Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Augustine

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

Excellent Location and Nice and Clean

Great location near banks, shopping centers, and restaurants. Ideal when visiting the city of Kisumu
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

roseline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Staff are friendly and polite but too slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place. Friendly staff, good breakfast. Close to lake Victoria.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Milena

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

reat hotel showers

Very comfortable and clean. Loved the modern decor and great showers!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worth noting that this is b&b only, no restaurant, although there are good places to eat nearby - staff will advise you. Staff amazingly helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel security is very poor. As a result our door was forced open when we were sleeping and a attempted robbery took place. The hotel receptionist did not care or willing to help. No general manager around. No police around . Hotel refuse to provide CCTV or assist in any police investigation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019