HOTEL HIPPO BUCK

Hotels
7.4 (14 reviews)
Homa Bay Town , Homa Bay , ke

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Accommodating staff
Quick check-in
Cons:
Old TV
Bathroom window not having curtains
Corridor lights switched off too early

Categories

Cleanliness
6.31
Bathroom window didn’t have curtains, which may affect privacy.
Service
8.28
Staff were very accommodating, checking in was quick and friendly.
Location
8.32
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.27
TV very old and limited with what to watch.
Amenities
7.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.26
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.31
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.18
Lovely stay especially being my first time in Homabay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-02 12:41

Property Description

Welcome to HOTEL HIPPO BUCK!

Garden Oasis: Nestled in Homa Bay, our hotel features a lush garden, perfect for a peaceful retreat after a day of exploration.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy free private parking, a relaxing terrace, and delectable meals at our on-site restaurant. Our 24-hour front desk and free WiFi ensure a hassle-free stay.

Local Attractions: Explore nearby Ruma National Park and Tom Mboya Museum for a glimpse into the region's rich history and wildlife.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at HOTEL HIPPO BUCK? Book your stay now!

Important information:

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 14 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.31
Service: 8.28
Location: 8.32
Room Quality: 7.27
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 7.26
Food and Beverage: 7.31
Overall Experience: 7.18
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Pascalia • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely stay especially being my first time in Homabay
Pros:

Staff were very accommodating, checking in was quick and friendly

Cons:

TV very old and limited with what to watch, bathroom window didn’t hv curtains, lights in the corridor would switch off before l got to my room which was at the end of the corridor

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
O
Otieno • review category business travellers • ke
3
Poor
Pros:

No WiFi...
Poor beddings,
no hot water,
I loved the breakfast

2025-03-30 • via Nuitee
M
Masaki • review category business travellers • jp
7
Good
Pros:

Hot shower.

Cons:

Some places are Under renovation.

2025-03-05 • via Nuitee
O
Okoth • solo traveller • ke
8
Very good
2025-01-19 • via Nuitee
K
Kyalo • young couple • ke
8
Very good
2025-01-04 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • solo traveller • ke
8
Very good
2024-11-09 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • solo traveller • ke
6
Pleasant
2024-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo traveller • tz
7
Apart from the building and shower issue, it was fine.
Pros:

Staff were welcoming!
The chef and the waiters were welcoming!
The building in general was quite.

Cons:

The building was old, doesn't like that I pleasant.
Mixing the shower was terrible.

2024-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Paul • review category business travellers • ke
8
Good. I will come back.
Pros:

Good food. Excellent staff. Room was comfortable and clean.

Cons:

Check on room maintenance, the toilet had an issue.

2024-04-20 • via Nuitee
M
Marvin • solo traveller • ke
7
Good
2024-04-03 • via Nuitee
S
Samuel • review category business travellers • ke
6
Pleasant
2024-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Andrii • solo traveller • pl
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Very Good!

2024-02-18 • via Nuitee
S
Simon • solo traveller • ke
7
Good
2023-11-08 • via Nuitee
G
Godfrey
10
Pros:

Great, homely place to stay with wonderful service by all staff from the gate, front office to catering.

2022-09-09 • via Nuitee