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About the Hotel

Gisenyi Rwanda, Gisenyi, Rwanda, 00100
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On a sandy beach
Great
8.7
8.6
/10
3.6
4.3
/5

Ideally positioned about 3 km from Virunga Booking Office, the 4-star Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Gisenyi provides two floodlit tennis courts. This wonderful hotel lies within a 10-minute drive of Rond Point Chukudu, and offers an à la carte restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool onsite.

Location

The hotel is just 500 m from Green Hills Ecotours Tourist Information Center and in close proximity to a wonderful beach of Gisenyi. Guests staying at the Serena will find themselves approximately a 25-minute walk from Village des Artistes.

This accommodation is located near volcanoes in the neighbourhood.

For those travelling from afar, Goma airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel has 44 rooms with a patio and a balcony. Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making machines are provided. Bathrooms, equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, also feature hairdryers and towels. Guests can enjoy views of the lake from this Gisenyi hotel.

Eat & Drink

Local dishes are served at Kiyaga restaurant. A pool bar is available on site.

Leisure & Business

The property has private access to a private beach with umbrellas. Guests can keep fit during their stay as the Serena Gisenyi has a fitness centre featuring fitness classes. Also, a full spa will be a perfect addition to your stay.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a boat trip to the stunning Idjwi Island for breathtaking views.
  • Savor the local tilapia at Fish & Co. for a fresh lake dining experience.
  • Visit the Gisenyi Market for vibrant local handicrafts and spices.
  • Explore the Nyundo Art School for unique Rwandan artwork and talent.
  • Relax at Rubavu Beach and enjoy a glorious sunset over Lake Kivu.
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Lake Kivu Serena Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Family Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Bathtub

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Facilities

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.6/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Private beach

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Location

Gisenyi Rwanda, Gisenyi, Rwanda, 00100
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Gisenyi Rwanda, Gisenyi, Rwanda, 00100
Nearby
Beach
Gisenyi Beach
800 ft
Gisenyi Public Beach
1300 ft
Ave de l'Indépendance
Green Hills Ecotours
1600 ft
Restaurants
Bistro Restaurant & Wine Garage
1500 ft
btwn Ave de l'Indépendance & Ave de la Coopération
Calafia Cafe
3500 ft
Avenue de la Revolution
New Tam-Tam Bikini Bar & Restaurant
10.0 mi
Avenida De La Production
Hotel Italiano Al Lago
10.2 mi
300 Metres from Soccer Field
Getting around
City Centre
Gisenyi9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
Goma International Airport (GOM)9 min  ·  3.6 mi
Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY)251 min  ·  103.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
from 01:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Lake Kivu Serena guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2006
Number of rooms:
44

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Lake Kivu Serena Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 79 verified reviews
8.9/10
Great
94%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
2.5/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 359 reviews
4/5
based on 184 reviews
8.7/10
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