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3-star hotels in Bungoma
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Bungoma, ordered by guest rating out of 5. It is for travellers using the town as a base for Bungoma County, Mount Elgon or the Uganda border crossing, and who want a known standard of comfort.
Staying in Bungoma
Bungoma is the county seat of Bungoma County in western Kenya, near Mount Elgon and the border with Uganda. It lies about 325 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line and is reached by road, by bus or private car, from Nairobi and other towns in western Kenya. People stay here to visit the county, to use it as a base for the surrounding area, or as a stop on the road between Kenya and Uganda.
The 3-star hotels on this shortlist sit in and around the town: along Moi Avenue, Kanduyi Road, Bungoma Road, Simba St and the Malaba, Mumias and Webuye highways. They suit couples and short-break visitors who want to be near the centre, business travellers passing through western Kenya, and families looking for a straightforward stopover. With 27 places to stay listed in Bungoma, these 3-star options are the mid-range core of the town.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hunters Paradise Cottages
Bungoma
Why stay hereHunters Paradise Cottages holds the strongest guest rating of this Bungoma shortlist, 4.5 out of 5 across 424 reviews, which makes it the obvious first pick for travellers who want reassurance before they book. It sits in Bungoma itself, so the town is the base for your stay. With so many past guests weighing in, this 3-star option suits visitors who prefer a proven address over an untested one.
See Hunters Paradise CottagesSiritamu Resort
Bungoma Malaba Hwy
Why stay hereSiritamu Resort has drawn 519 reviews, more than any other 3-star hotel here, and guests rate it 4.2 out of 5. Its address on the Bungoma Malaba Hwy places it on the road toward the Malaba crossing, useful if your trip continues west rather than ending in town. A sound choice for travellers who value a steady record of guest satisfaction at this class.
See Siritamu ResortSawan Hotel
Mumias Bungoma Road 11
Why stay hereOn Mumias Bungoma Road 11, Sawan Hotel earns 4.2 out of 5 from 334 reviews, a rating that puts it level with the best-reviewed resorts in Bungoma. The location faces the Mumias side of town, so it works for guests whose business or onward route lies that way. Expect a 3-star stay with a consistent guest record behind it.
See Sawan HotelEleon Inn Hotel
Kanduyi Road Bungoma Kenya
Why stay hereEleon Inn Hotel occupies a Kanduyi Road address in Bungoma, which puts guests in the Kanduyi part of town rather than the centre. Its 4.1 out of 5 comes from 125 reviews, a smaller but solid set of guest impressions. Fitting for travellers who want a 3-star hotel in a quieter, less central corner of Bungoma.
See Eleon Inn HotelCounty Comfort Hotel
County Comfort Building Moi Avenue
Why stay hereCounty Comfort Hotel stands on Moi Avenue, one of Bungoma's central streets, so guests are based in the middle of town. It holds 3.9 out of 5 from 330 reviews, a fair record for a 3-star property. A practical base for visitors who would rather be on the main avenue than on the outskirts.
See County Comfort HotelWestgate Hotel Mumias
Bungoma Highway
Why stay hereWestgate Hotel Mumias sits on the Bungoma Highway, pointing travellers toward the Mumias direction. Guest ratings come in at 3.8 out of 5 from 292 reviews, so the hotel has a sizeable body of feedback behind it. Suits those passing through on the highway who want a 3-star stop in Bungoma.
See Westgate Hotel MumiasSalmond View Hotel
Along Webuye Malaba Highway
Why stay hereIt scores 3.8 out of 5 from 203 reviews. Best suited to motorists who want a 3-star hotel directly on their route through western Kenya.
See Salmond View HotelTourist Hotel Bungoma
Moi Avenue
Why stay hereTourist Hotel Bungoma has been reviewed 1,624 times, far more than any other hotel on this list, and holds 3.7 out of 5. Its Moi Avenue address keeps guests on Bungoma's central street. The sheer volume of feedback makes it a known quantity for visitors who want a long-established 3-star address in town.
See Tourist Hotel BungomaBeston Hotel Bungoma
Near Coffee Factory
Why stay hereBeston Hotel Bungoma sits near the Coffee Factory, an address on the edge of Bungoma rather than in its centre. Just 2 reviews back its 3.5 out of 5 rating, so guest feedback is thin. It may suit travellers who want a straightforward 3-star stay and are willing to take a chance on a lightly reviewed property.
See Beston Hotel BungomaKibar Mos Hotel and Lodges
Off Chwele Lwakhakha Road
Why stay hereKibar Mos Hotel and Lodges is reached off Chwele Lwakhakha Road, which places it away from central Bungoma on the northern side. This 3-star property carries no guest rating yet, so there is no review record to weigh. An option for travellers heading toward Chwele or Lwakhakha who want a base on that road.
See Kibar Mos Hotel and LodgesSasana Guest House
Off Mumias Bungoma Road
Why stay hereSasana Guest House lies off Mumias Bungoma Road, on the Mumias side of town. It is a 3-star property with no guest rating recorded, so nothing in the data speaks to past visitors' experience. Fitting for guests who want a simple guest house base along the Mumias road in Bungoma.
See Sasana Guest HouseAntonio's Guest House Bungoma
Simba St
Why stay hereAntonio's Guest House Bungoma has a Simba St address, putting it on a street in Bungoma town. The property is 3-star and has no guest rating on record, leaving no review history to judge by. A modest option for travellers who prefer a small guest house over a larger hotel in Bungoma.
See Antonio's Guest House BungomaRemarkable 1 bed Guest House in Bungoma
Bumula Nakwana
Why stay hereThis 1 bed guest house is located in Bumula Nakwana, away from Bungoma town in the Bumula area. It is rated 3-star with no guest reviews recorded. Suited to travellers who specifically want a one-bedroom guest house base in the Bumula Nakwana locality rather than in town.
See Remarkable 1 bed Guest House in BungomaBungoma Royal Suites Hotel
Bungoma Road Bungoma
Why stay hereBungoma Royal Suites Hotel takes a Bungoma Road address in Bungoma. It is a 3-star hotel with no guest rating in the data, so there is no collected feedback to draw on. An option for visitors who want a suite-style 3-star property while staying in Bungoma.
See Bungoma Royal Suites HotelArabella Apartments
Moi Avenue
Why stay hereArabella Apartments stands on Moi Avenue, giving guests a central Bungoma location on the town's main street. The property is 3-star and has no guest rating recorded. Fitting for travellers who prefer apartment-style accommodation over a conventional hotel during their stay in Bungoma.
See Arabella Apartments
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Paradise Cottages | ★★★ | 4.5 | 424 |
| Siritamu Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 519 |
| Sawan Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 334 |
| Eleon Inn Hotel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 125 |
| County Comfort Hotel | ★★★ | 3.9 | 330 |
| Westgate Hotel Mumias | ★★★ | 3.8 | 292 |
| Salmond View Hotel | ★★★ | 3.8 | 203 |
| Tourist Hotel Bungoma | ★★★ | 3.7 | 1,624 |
| Beston Hotel Bungoma | ★★★ | 3.5 | 2 |
| Kibar Mos Hotel and Lodges | ★★★ | – | – |
| Sasana Guest House | ★★★ | – | – |
| Antonio's Guest House Bungoma | ★★★ | – | – |
| Remarkable 1 bed Guest House in Bungoma | ★★★ | – | – |
| Bungoma Royal Suites Hotel | ★★★ | – | – |
| Arabella Apartments | ★★★ | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Top guest ratings
Hunters Paradise Cottages (4.5 out of 5 from 424 reviews), Siritamu Resort (4.2 from 519) and Sawan Hotel (4.2 from 334) have the strongest guest scores among the 3-star hotels listed here. Choose them if other travellers' ratings matter most to you.
Most reviewed
Tourist Hotel Bungoma has 1,624 reviews, Siritamu Resort 519 and Hunters Paradise Cottages 424. A high number of reviews gives a broader picture of what to expect. Tourist Hotel Bungoma is on Moi Avenue, in the town centre.
Tourist Hotel Bungoma · Siritamu Resort · Hunters Paradise Cottages
On main roads
Siritamu Resort (Bungoma Malaba Hwy), Sawan Hotel (Mumias Bungoma Road 11), County Comfort Hotel (Moi Avenue), Westgate Hotel Mumias (Bungoma Highway) and Salmond View Hotel (Along Webuye Malaba Highway) sit on or just off the main routes through town, which suits travellers arriving by car or bus.
Siritamu Resort · Sawan Hotel · County Comfort Hotel · Westgate Hotel Mumias · Salmond View Hotel
Quieter locations
Eleon Inn Hotel on Kanduyi Road, Sasana Guest House off Mumias Bungoma Road and Kibar Mos Hotel and Lodges off Chwele Lwakhakha Road are set away from the busiest central streets, so they may appeal if you prefer a calmer setting.
Eleon Inn Hotel · Sasana Guest House · Kibar Mos Hotel and Lodges
Where to stay in Bungoma
Moi Avenue
Moi Avenue runs through the centre of Bungoma. County Comfort Hotel, Tourist Hotel Bungoma and Arabella Apartments all have addresses on this street, putting you in the middle of town near shops and services. The site lists 27 places to stay in Bungoma, and the centre is where most of them cluster.
Our picks here: County Comfort Hotel · Tourist Hotel Bungoma · Arabella Apartments
Bungoma Road
Bungoma Road is one of the main routes into and out of town. Bungoma Royal Suites Hotel has its address here. Staying on this road suits travellers passing through western Kenya by car or bus, as it keeps you on the way in and out of the town.
Our picks here: Bungoma Royal Suites Hotel
Kanduyi Road
Kanduyi Road lies in Bungoma. Eleon Inn Hotel is on this road, with a guest rating of 4.1 out of 5 from 125 reviews. The location gives you a base away from the immediate centre while still being in town.
Our picks here: Eleon Inn Hotel
Simba St
Simba St is a street in Bungoma town. Antonio's Guest House Bungoma has its address here. It is one of the smaller places on this shortlist, with no guest rating recorded yet, so it is worth checking recent reviews before you book.
Our picks here: Antonio's Guest House Bungoma
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Bungoma is reached by road from Nairobi. Buses and private cars are common. Visitors also arrive from other towns in western Kenya and from the Uganda border. The town lies about 325 km northwest of Nairobi in a straight line, near Mount Elgon and the border with Uganda. No airport or rail details are given in the site's information, so plan your arrival by road. Once in Bungoma, the hotels on this shortlist are spread along Moi Avenue, Kanduyi Road, Bungoma Road and the Malaba, Mumias and Webuye highways, so a car or local transport helps you move between them and the surrounding county.
When to go
The site's information does not name a best season for Bungoma. In general terms, western Kenya near Mount Elgon has a wetter period around the long rains and a drier period later in the year, and travel by road can be affected by rain. Because the town is also a stop for travellers crossing to Uganda and a base for Bungoma County, your timing may depend more on your route than on the season. Check road conditions before you travel.
Things to do near Bungoma
Questions, answered
Which hotel in Bungoma has the highest guest rating?
Hunters Paradise Cottages has the highest rating on this shortlist: 4.5 out of 5, from 424 reviews. Siritamu Resort and Sawan Hotel follow, both at 4.2 out of 5, with 519 and 334 reviews respectively.
Which hotel in Bungoma has the most reviews?
Tourist Hotel Bungoma, on Moi Avenue, has 1,624 reviews, far more than any other hotel listed here. Its guest rating is 3.7 out of 5. A large number of reviews can make it easier to judge what to expect.
Are there hotels on Moi Avenue in Bungoma?
Yes. County Comfort Hotel, Tourist Hotel Bungoma and Arabella Apartments all have addresses on Moi Avenue. This puts them in the centre of town. County Comfort Hotel is rated 3.9 out of 5 from 330 reviews, and Tourist Hotel Bungoma 3.7 from 1,624.
Which hotels are good for families in Bungoma?
The data does not record family facilities. On guest ratings alone, the best-rated 3-star options are Hunters Paradise Cottages (4.5), Siritamu Resort (4.2) and Sawan Hotel (4.2). Siritamu Resort and Sawan Hotel are on main roads, which may be easier with children.
Do any hotels in Bungoma have a pool or spa?
None of the hotels on this shortlist lists a pool or spa in the facilities recorded for them. The facilities field is empty for all of them, so no pool or spa can be confirmed from the data here.
Which hotels in Bungoma offer parking?
Parking is not recorded in the facilities data for any hotel on this shortlist. The facilities field is empty for all of them, so parking cannot be confirmed. If you are arriving by car, ask the hotel directly before booking.
Are pets allowed in Bungoma hotels?
The data does not say whether pets are allowed at any of these hotels. None of them lists pet policies in its facilities, which are empty across the shortlist. Contact the hotel directly if you plan to travel with a pet.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Bungoma?
Addresses on Moi Avenue are the most central: County Comfort Hotel, Tourist Hotel Bungoma and Arabella Apartments. Eleon Inn Hotel on Kanduyi Road and Antonio's Guest House Bungoma on Simba St are also within the town. The site gives no distances, so use a map to judge.