Vittoria Suites has been my go-to hotel during my annual trips to Kenya for the past eight years. I've even recommended it to friends and family as a "hidden gem" in Kisumu.
When traveling with my family, however, Iโve usually opted for other hotels that I thought would be more kid-friendly, like Imperial Hotel (now Sarova Imperial) or Sovereign Hotel.
This December 2024, I decided to stay at Vittoria Suites with my family since it was just for one night. To my surprise, this hotel keeps exceeding my expectations! Itโs one of the very few hotels in Kisumu that still offers interconnected family rooms. Imperial/Sarova removed theirs during recent renovations, leaving Vittoria Suites as the only hotel near Kisumu CBD with this featureโperfect for families with young kids who canโt stay in a separate room.
We had an excellent stay and enjoyed dinner through room service without any issues.
Why do I love this small hotel so much? Itโs located in the posh Milimani neighborhood, close to the CBD. Itโs quiet, clean, and every room has working air conditioning (a must in Kisumuโs heat). The breakfast is always excellent, with a wide variety of options. Plus, thereโs a chef on standby to prepare anything not included in the buffet.
The only downside? The bathrooms have vented doors positioned right next to the bedsโa poorly thought-out design.
Overall, itโs still a fantastic choice, especially for families.