Title: Hotel Hippo Buck - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Hippo Buck Hotel in Homa Bay with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/bc8c5b79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/960b20c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/02e6a924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Room, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/58dd26de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/3bebb277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Experience a warm welcome at Hotel Hippo Buck, where you can enjoy free full breakfast and relax with tea bags or instant coffee in your room. Take advantage of the 24-hour front desk for assistance, gather in the banquet hall for special occasions, and unwind with flat-screen TVs featuring digital channels. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 8 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 9 - Nov. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=74788373&PinnedHotelID=74788373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/1cf2ebcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Soundproofed rooms Heating Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Electric kettle Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/0ed8b3af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Pool View ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Soundproofed rooms Heating Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Electric kettle Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74788400/74788373/0ed8b3af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Garden View ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Soundproofed rooms Heating Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Electric kettle Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Additional perks include: - A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Hippo Buck offer amenities such as sound-insulated walls. 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Nov 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=115968302&PinnedHotelID=115968302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM ### Family friendly - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Banquet hall - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Heating - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Hotel Hippo Buck Hotel Hotel Hippo Buck Homa Bay Hotel Hippo Buck Hotel Homa Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Hippo Buck pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Hippo Buck? > As of Nov 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Hippo Buck on Nov 22, 2025 start from CA $52.37, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Homa-Bay-Hotels-Hotel-Hippo-Buck.h74788373.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Hotel Hippo Buck? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Hippo Buck? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Hippo Buck? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hotel Hippo Buck located? > Situated in Homa Bay, this hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Homa Bay District Hospital and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Maseno University Homa Bay Campus. Homa Bay Pier and Lake Victoria are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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