Rwandan Rendezvous: Exploring the Land of a Thousand Hills

The Kigali Marriott Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda is ideally located near the Nyarugenge financial district and the Kigali Convention Centre. The hotel offers a range of accommodation options, including guest rooms and a range of suites. Guests can enjoy amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee in room and storage space. The hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a full-service spa and multiple dining options. Guests can indulge in activities like relaxing massages, swimming, and exploring local attractions with the assistance of the concierge.

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Set on the shores of Akagera’s largest lake, Lake Ihema, the Ruzizi Tented Lodge offers scenic views over the lake and a variety of ways to explore the park. All tents are designed for comfort, and equipped with safety deposit boxes, Wi-Fi, and bathrooms. The lodge provides other services and facilities, including a dining area and a deck raised over the lake. For leisure, guests can enjoy various activities such as night drives, fishing, and boat excursions.

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Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge is located in Musanze, Rwanda, near the Volcanoes Park. Accommodation options consist of well-appointed rooms, suites, and cottages with comfortable beds, porches, and private bathrooms. Facilities include a restaurant, a lounge area, a swimming pool, a children's playground, and a garden.

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Standard Rooms Deluxe Rooms VIP Cabana

The standard rooms are the most economical way to enjoy the beauty of the grounds and all that Rwanda offers.

The deluxe rooms are offered with one queen bed or two twin beds. The rooms allow guests to enjoy the peace and tranquillity they deserve while only a short walk from the onsite pool and lounge area.

The VIP cabana allows guests to enjoy their stay in comfort and privacy. The cabana features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private porch and an eating and sitting area.

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is a picturesque destination on the shores of Lake Kivu, one of Africa's largest lakes. The hotel's open-plan lobby welcomes you to a private beach exclusively for its guests, offering a tropical paradise in Gisenyi, Rwanda. This 66-room resort provides all the expected amenities, making it one of Rwanda's top choices.

Guests can enjoy beautifully appointed rooms and suites, exquisite dining at the lakefront Kiyaga Restaurant, and relaxing sundowners at Ziwani Café on the beach. The hotel features a modern conference center and outdoor event venues with stunning lake views, ideal for corporate and social gatherings.

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel blends tranquility with waterfront excitement, providing a unique and unforgettable Rwandan resort experience.

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Exterior

Exterior

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Hotel entrance

Welcome to Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

Quick check-in

Room Service

Swimming pool

Lake Kivu private beach

Wind Sailing

Family Room Superior Room Suite

With a spacious 25-square-meter layout, our Family Rooms are equipped with two queen beds and an lavish bathroom. These rooms comfortably accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children.

The superior rooms at the hotel span 25 square meters and feature a queen-sized bed along with a lavish bathroom. One of these rooms is specially equipped with accessibility features and amenities for guests with physical challenges.

Our suites provide 40 square meters of living space, with a king bed, a spacious bathroom offering both a tub and a shower, a convenient work area, a private sitting room with an additional guest washroom, and a furnished veranda that offers views of Lake Kivu.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa

Room Facilities

Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television

Available Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Room Service (24 hours)

Activities on Site

Massages, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)

Activities Nearby

Beach, Boating, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Fishing, Gorilla Tracking, Hiking, Historical Tours

Boat Ride - at an additional cost Jet Sking & Kayaking - at an additional cost Guided Expeditions - on request Mountain biking - at an additional cost Hike to the Smoldering Nyiragongo Volcano Lakeside Volleyball Tennis

Offers you an experience at Lake Kivu.

- Time: 2 hours
- Time Options: 08:00-17:00hrs
- Price: US$163 and maximum capacity is 6 pax.
- Time: 1 hour
- Time Options: 08:00-17:00hrs
- Price: US$87 and maximum capacity is 6 pax.

*Please note prices exclude transportation

Offers you an experience on Lake Kivu.

- Time: 1 hour
- Time Options: 08:00-17:00hrs
- Price: US$30 and maximum capacity is 1 pax.
- Sunset: US$50 per 3 hour trip
- Day trip: US$100

*Please note the prices do not include transportation

Trekking or driving on designated routes along the lake (on request – arranged with Marines)

Guided nature walks on Rubavu Mountain – on request

Guided tour of Gisenyi City

Offers you an experience on biking trails along Lake Kivu.

- Time: Full day

- Time Options: 08:00-17:00hrs

- Price: US$30 and maximum capacity is 1 pax.

- Guiding: US$30 per bicycle.

The Nyiragongo Volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in the world, famous for the lava lakes that have formed in the summit crater. The hike to the summit takes approximately four to six hours and can be difficult in humid conditions, but you are rewarded by sightings of rare birds and animals such as monkeys, bushbucks and chimpanzees, and the summit offers wonderful views of Gisenyi Town.

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel has a tennis court available.

Kiyaga Restaurant Lake View Bar Ziwani Café

Overlooking magical Lake Kivu, Kiyaga Restaurant is the perfect venue for sophisticated yet casual dining. The menu celebrates the best in Rwandese, African and international cuisine, showcasing innovative dishes prepared with the highest quality local ingredients. Mornings find the restaurant bustling with delicious rituals. A sumptuous hot breakfast, complimentary to hotel guests, offers an extensive selection of hot dishes, fresh fruits, freshly squeezed juices, just-baked breads and pastries.

You’ve come to Lake Kivu to relax and let go. So there’s no better spot for leaving daily worries behind than our lounge and terrace by the pool. From signature cocktails and an extensive beer and wine selection to sandwiches, burgers, pizzas and salads, find everything you could possibly want to help you enjoy a sun-splashed day by the pool. And be sure to join us for our themed buffet dinners on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Located on the hotel’s private beach, Ziwani Café provides a beautiful setting for beachside BBQs and evening sundowners. Each evening at 5:00 p.m., we toast the closing of another day with Happy Hour specials, live local music and traditional Intore dancers.

Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel is located in the Buvungira Cell of the Bushekeri Sector of the Nyamasheke district of the Western Province of Rwanda. The hotel provides cottages with lounge areas, spacious bedrooms, dressing tables, and private bathrooms. Guests can enjoy delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and refreshing drinks at the bar. Other facilities include a reception and a mezzanine balcony.

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