Popular Hotels in Kakamega
Rondo Retreat Centre: A Little Piece of Heaven
Forest hotels provide a sanctum to experience nature while enjoying modern comforts. In Kenya, such resorts combine breathtaking natural settings with eco-friendly luxury. These forest hotels blend the magic of nature with the comforts of modern hospitality, making them ideal for a rejuvenating escape! Known for its tranquil setting within a lovely tropical rainforest, Rondo Retreat offers charming colonial-style cottages, peace, excellent birdwatching opportunities, and access to nature trails. And just the sight of the forest will help you breathe a little deeper.
Rondo Retreat Centre is situated along Isecheno-Ikuywa Road that cuts through the southern part of Kakamega Forest. It combines comfort, natural beauty, and a commitment to conservation, making it one of the most sought-after eco-tourism destinations in Kenya. A welcoming and restful Christian-based retreat, it offers as much of the forest’s heritage as it does providing a relaxing weekend hidey-hole. Originally raised in 1948 as a privately-owned getaway cabin lodge, it sits at the base of a huge Elgon Olive Tree thought to be the tallest tree in Kakamega Forest.
In 1961 it was later taken over by the Christian Council of Kenya, when its owners left Kenya. Rondo Retreat, which sleeps up to 35 in 6 cottages – Turton’s, Turaco, Founders, Colobus, Isukha and Nandi, has since been a popular destination much liked for the fulsome forest experience which can be overwhelming to soak-up in one day. It is also a peaceful and spiritual place to pray, meditate and re-energize. Among the popular experiences here include walking trips to either of two higher points within Kakamega Forest, at Lirhanda Hill (south) or Bunyangu Hill (north).
It is this peaceful environment, sacred-like, which makes it an ideal location for spiritual retreats or personal reflection. For many years now, it has been a haven for spiritual reflection, prayer, and meditation. Rondo Retreat features colonial-style cottages with comfortable, cozy rooms. Each room is uniquely decorated and designed for relaxation, offering views of the surrounding forest. The retreat provides full-board services, with delicious meals prepared and served in the charming dining area. The meal plan combines local and international cuisines.
It’s easy to explore somewhere new in Kenya and stay in memorable hotels and resorts with a long-standing history of excellence. Making the best of Kenya’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, beautiful coastlines and healthful highlands, these popular resort around Kenya are a guaranteed success for the traveller.
Index of Popular Resorts & Lodges Around Kenya
Baringo County - Lake Bogoria Spa Resort, Soi Safari Lodge, Bomet County - Fair Hills Hotel, Sahara Gardens Hotel, The Willis Hotel, Busia County - Che's Bay Resort, Elgeyo Marakwet County - Kerio View Hotel, Samich Resort, Embu County - Izaak Walton Inn, Garissa County - Almond Resort, Homa Bay County - Rusinga Island Lodge, Takawiri Island Lodge, Isiolo County - Shaba Game Lodge, Samburu Simba Lodge, Kakamega County - Rondo Retreat, Golf Hotel, Kisii County - Kamel Park Hotel, Itibo Resort, Kilifi County - Distant Relatives Lodge, Kwale County - Baobab Beach Resort, Kimerimeta Lodge, Shimba Hills Lodge, Lamu County - Manda Bay Lodge, Shela, Forodhani House, Machakos County - Oldonyo Sapuk Resort, Kitonga Garden Resort, Makueni County - Hunter's Lodge, Kusyombunguo Hotel, Tsavo Safari Camp, Mandera County - The Red Sea Resort, Meru County - Rhino River Camp, Alba Hotel, Migori County - Treat House Resort, Muranga County - Sagana Getaway Hotel, Stanley's Haven, The Tetura Luxury Camp, Nairobi County - The Boma, Eka Hotel, Narok County - Muthu Keekorok Lodge, Nyandarua County - Tafaria Castle, Elmer Resort & Spa, Cedar Retreat, Nyeri County - White Rhino Hotel, Outspan Hotel, The Ark, Treetops Lodge, Samburu County - Ashnil Samburu Camp, Sopa Lodge, Samburu Intrepids Camp, Ngari Hill Eco-Lodge, Maralal Safari Lodge, Taita Taveta County - Kilaguni Serena G. Lodge, Ngulia Safari Lodge, Salt Lick Game Lodge, Voyager Ziwani Camp, Taita Hills Game Lodge, Voi Wildlife Lodge, Ashnil Aruba Lodge, Zomeni Lion Hill Safari Lodge, Tharaka Nithi County - The Pacha Waterfront Resort, Hidden Treasure, Trans Nzoia County - Cranes Haven, Mount Elgon Guesthouse, Vihiga County - Roddy's Green Lounge, Magnum Resort, Sosa Cottages, Turaco Intercounty Resort, Wajir County - The Grand Oasis Hotel, Wajir Palace Hotel
Kakamega County remains a cornerstone of Kenya’s cultural and ecological diversity, with its vibrant traditions, economic activities, and natural beauty making it a critical part of the nation’s heritage. Smack in the middle of Western Kenya, enjoying a temperate climate, Kakemega is both populous and vibrant.
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30 Destinations in Kakamega County, arranged as one would visit these - north, south, east then west - with aid of in-depth narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:
Mwikhupo Falls, Sidikho Falls, Kakamega Forest Ecosystem, Kisere Forest, Malava Forest, Mawe Tatu Hills, Kakamega National Reserve, Isukuti Guest House, Udo Bandas, Isiukhu Falls, Lirhanda Cave, Busambuli Lodge, Isecheno Nature Reserve, Kambiri Hill, Mukai Stone Cave, Savona Isle Resort, Rondo Retreat Centre, Yala Nature Reserve, Nandi Escarpment, Lamanis Haven, The Golf Hotel, Kakamega Sports Club, MMUST Botanical Garden, Muliro Gardens, Rosterman Gold Mines, Shilahi Garden, Ikhongo Murwi, Ilesi Pottery Centre, Malinya Stadium, Nabongo Cultural Centre, Hamptons City
Know More About Kakamega County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including a distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments
The altitudes of Kakamega varies between 1,240 ms to 2,000 ms. The southern part of the county is rather hilly, and strewn with unique and rugged granite tors, rising in places to nearly 1,950 ms.
Temperatures range from 18oC and 29oC. January to March are the hottest while June to August are cold spells. The climate is equable over the county, with adequate and well distributed rainfall.
