The Swiss Side Iten

Kerio Valley Road, 30700 Iten, Kenya – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>10</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.1
Scored 8.1
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Rated very good
10 reviews
a bathroom with a brick wall with a shower at The Swiss Side Iten in Iten
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The Swiss Side Iten

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  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
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Situated in Iten, The Swiss Side Iten features accommodation with spa facilities and wellness packages. This property offers access to a terrace, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a fridge, kettle, and a stovetop. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower. At the aparthotel, each unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, pancakes and fruits are available each morning at the aparthotel. At The Swiss Side Iten, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and specialises in African cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are arranged at the fitness room in house. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Eldoret, 51 km from The Swiss Side Iten, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 single bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Matheus
    Brazil Brazil
    “I spent a weekend at Swiss Side Iten and the entire staff was very welcoming and friendly. The place offers good rooms with the basics needed for a good stay. Sauna and cold-water bathtub are a plus. Excellent location, close to the main road.”
  • Nicolas
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Great location and safe in the area ! Nice family atmosphere. I did a safari for a fair price and good service : ) Good and fresh local food !!”
  • Bernard
    France France
    “En plein centre d'Iten. Grand appartement, très bien conçu. Lavage de linge gratuit”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Swiss Side Iten - Training Center - Iten, Kenya

Company review score: 9Based on 10 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Swiss Side is a training center based in Iten, which offers traditional Kenyan accommodation equipped with European comforts.

Property information

Welcome to Swiss Side Iten! Our training center welcomes you all year round. Founded in 2021, the Swiss Side offers quality furnished apartments, equipped with wifi and memory foam mattresses. The apartments are shared. To benefit from private accommodation, please mention 2 people when booking. During your stay, you benefit from balanced meals adapted to the needs of athletes, fitness facilities (spinning, squat bar, etc.) and recovery facilities (cryotherapy pool, sauna and massages) at an additional cost. In addition to our accommodation offer, we offer a mountain bike and gravel bike rental service and organize your safaris and excursions (Lake Nakuru, Mount Elgon, Masai Mara, Nandi Hills, etc.). Discover our complete travel offer on our website. When making your reservation, simply let us know your needs and we will be happy to assist you. Our team looks forward to welcoming you to Iten!

Neighbourhood information

The Swiss Side is located in a quiet area, in the heart of Iten. The runners meeting groups are located 2 minutes walk from our center.

Languages spoken

German,English,French,Swahili

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Swiss Side Iten
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Games room
Outdoor swimming pool
Additional charge
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Plunge pool
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Open-air bath
    Additional charge
  • Hot spring bath
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Packed lunches
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Room service
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Swahili

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about The Swiss Side Iten

  • The Swiss Side Iten is 0.9 miles from the centre of Iten. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at The Swiss Side Iten (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 3 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Swiss Side Iten may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Swiss Side Iten has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Check-in at The Swiss Side Iten is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Swiss Side Iten on this page.

  • The Swiss Side Iten offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Couples massage
    • Bike tours
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Movie nights
    • Fitness
    • Open-air bath
    • Spa facilities
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hand massage
    • Live music/performance
    • Neck massage
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Game drives
    • Bicycle rental
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Head massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Back massage
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Cooking class
    • Full body massage
    • Aerobics
    • Foot massage
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Badminton equipment
    • Hot spring bath

  • The Swiss Side Iten has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.