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Ruma River Lodge

3.5 star property
Riverside hotel with free breakfast and bars/lounges

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Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Executive Single Room, Balcony
Exterior
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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368-40302, Ndhiwa, Homa Bay County, 40302
  • Place, Maseno University Homa Bay Campus
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Homa Bay Pier
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Mbita Ferry Terminal
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, Balcony, Park View

Executive Room, Balcony, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Single Room, Balcony

Executive Single Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Ndhiwa

At Ruma River Lodge, you'll be 25.1 km (15.6 mi) from Lake Victoria and 31.7 km (19.7 mi) from Homa Bay District Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .Enjoy access to ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Ndhiwa hotel, you'll be 32.4 km (20.1 mi) from Maseno University Homa Bay Campus and 34.6 km (21.5 mi) from Homa Bay Pier.

What's nearby

  • Maseno University Homa Bay Campus - 49 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Homa Bay District Hospital - 49 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Homa Bay Pier - 51 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Mbita Ferry Terminal - 57 min drive - 43.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪HQ - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Prince - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Prince - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Rafiki's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Prince - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Ruma River Lodge

Riverside hotel with free breakfast and bars/lounges
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Ruma River Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Ndhiwa hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ruma River Lodge offers 10 shared accommodations. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and slippers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: KES 0.5 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and cash.

Property is also known as

Ruma River Lodge Hotel
Ruma River Lodge Ndhiwa
Ruma River Lodge Hotel Ndhiwa

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ruma River Lodge?

Yep, Ruma River Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruma River Lodge?

As of 27 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruma River Lodge on 17 Jan 2026 start from AU$88.82, including 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 Ruma River Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ruma River Lodge?

No, Ruma River Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ruma River Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Ruma River Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ruma River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ruma River Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

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