Sarova Imperial Hotel, Kisumu

Sarova Imperial Hotel sits in the centre of Kisumu, ten minutes by road from Kisumu International Airport. It is a modern hotel with ninety-five rooms, including three signature suites, and views of Lake Victoria. Rooms are spacious, with air conditioning, blackout curtains, and flat-screen TVs.

The hotel has two restaurants: Florence Restaurant serves continental and global dishes, while Palms Coffee Shop offers coffee and pastries. The Perch Bar & Lounge on the rooftop looks out over the city and the lake, and serves drinks and snacks. There is also a gym with modern equipment, open to hotel guests.

For business travellers, Sarova Imperial has ten conference rooms, including the Mayfair Hall, which can seat up to five hundred people. Breakout areas are available for networking or informal meetings.

The location is central, making it easy to explore Kisumu. The Kisumu Impala Sanctuary, Kisumu Museum, and Dunga Beach are all nearby. The rooftop bar is a quiet place to end the day, with views of the city and Lake Victoria.