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Sawa Sawa Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A tropical garden pathway leading to a building with a stone wall and palm trees. - Sawa Sawa Motel (Gisenyi)
A courtyard with a brick wall, a satellite dish, and various plants including palm trees and shrubs. - Sawa Sawa Motel (Gisenyi)
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone wall, a bar counter, and a television screen. - Sawa Sawa Motel (Gisenyi)
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A two-story building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a paved courtyard. - Sawa Sawa Motel (Gisenyi)
Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden at Sawa Sawa Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and conference space.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A small, simple room with a bed, a wooden bench, and a mosquito net.

Single Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden door, a small table, and a hanging canopy.

Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, one with a floral bedspread and the other with a red floral bedspread.

Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Gisenyi, Sawa Sawa Motel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gisenyi Beach and Kivu Lake. Visit our Gisenyi travel guide
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Street, Gisenyi, Gisenyi

What's nearby

  • Université Libre de Kigali
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gisenyi Beach
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Rwanda Tourism University College
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Nyamyumba Hot Springs
    11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Barbcue
    5 min drive
  • Salt and Pepper Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Kivu Resto
    6 min drive
  • Lakeside Restaurant And Bar
    3 min drive
  • DJO’s bar
    9 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals 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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Sawa Sawa Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sawa Sawa Motel?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sawa Sawa Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sawa Sawa Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Université Libre de Kigali, Rwanda Tourism University College, and Gisenyi Beach. Kivu Lake is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sawa Sawa Motel Reviews

2.0

2.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Staff & service

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I informed you that they declined my check in and i am waiting for my refund.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019