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Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Reception
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Property grounds
Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel, at the heart of Lake Kivu, offers breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. Relax by the outdoor pool, enjoy the sunny terrace, or use the BBQ grills. High-speed WiFi is available throughout, and guests praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 27 - Sep 28
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Tomorrow

Sep 28 - Sep 29
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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 2 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Single Room, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Avenue de la Cooperation, Gisenyi

What's nearby

  • Rwanda Tourism University College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gisenyi Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Université Libre de Kigali - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Parc National des Virunga - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kivu Resto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Chalet - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Saga Bay - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Les Deux Paysages - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salt and Pepper Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel feature perks such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30.00 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 5)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel Gisenyi
Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel
Gorillas Lake Kivu Gisenyi
Gorillas Lake Kivu
Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel Hotel
Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel Gisenyi
Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel Hotel Gisenyi

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 30.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel located?

Situated in Gisenyi, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Gisenyi Beach and Rwanda Tourism University College. Université Libre de Kigali is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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