Lake Kivu Serena Hotel, Gisenyi ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Gisenyi Rwanda, Gisenyi, Rwanda, 00100

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“The hotel's location right on the beach made our stay lovely, with stunning views and easy access to nearby restaurants.”view full review

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is a 4-star beachfront property featuring a private beach and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can enjoy amenities such as 24-hour room service, air conditioning, and free WiFi. This Gisenyi hotel offers both recreational activities and sophisticated business facilities.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest accommodations include well-appointed rooms and suites, featuring amenities such as flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private bathrooms. Each guestroom has air conditioning, free WiFi, and a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Certain units offer panoramic views of Lake Kivu.

Dining & Leisure

Dining experiences are available at the lake-view Kiyaga Restaurant, which emphasizes locally sourced ingredients alongside international cuisine. Guests can also enjoy beachside BBQs at Ziwani Café and cocktails at the Lake View Bar. A hot breakfast is complimentary for hotel guests.

Recreation & Business

The hotel features a gym and two floodlit tennis courts for guests seeking fitness activities. A watersports center is available nearby, providing options for adventure on Lake Kivu. The hotel is also equipped with a state-of-the-art conference center for corporate events.

Location & Services

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is located 2 miles from the center of Gisenyi and 6 miles from Goma, offering access to local attractions. The Kigali International Airport is 99.5 miles away. Transportation options include a roundtrip airport shuttle service.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Room

2 persons

23 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Room

2 persons

25 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Suite

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Pool Area

“The swimming pool was beautifully designed and provided the perfect place to relax and cool off during warm days.” view full review

Amazing Balconies

“Each room's balcony offered a lovely view of Lake Kivu, making every morning a delight.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Buffet

“The buffet breakfast had an impressive variety of tasty options that fueled our days perfectly.” view full review

Playground Fun

“The on-site playground kept my young kids entertained, adding a fun and relaxing layer to our family stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Air conditioning in public areas

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym
Water sports
Tennis court

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Car service

Dining

Breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Business

Meeting room

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Swimming pool

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bath/ Shower
Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Gisenyi Rwanda, Gisenyi, Rwanda, 00100

Map view

Gisenyi Rwanda, Gisenyi, Rwanda, 00100

City landmarks

Landmark

Lake Kivu

3.5 km

Landmark

Rond Point Chukudu

3.1 km

Landmark

Centre d'Accueil de l'Eglise Presbyterienne

920 m

Landmark

Presbyterian Church Rwanda

930 m

Landmark

Main Market

1.1 km

Landmark

Rwanda Tourism University College

1.5 km

Landmark

Mosquee

1.5 km

Landmark

Sculpture

1.5 km

Landmark

ULK

2.2 km

Landmark

Seventh Day Adventist Church

2.0 km

Landmark

AEBR Gisenyi

2.0 km

Landmark

Village des Artistes

2.2 km

Church

Paroisse Saint-Esprit

2.3 km

Landmark

Kigali Independent University

2.3 km

Landmark

Kivu Club

2.3 km

Landmark

Chez Ntemba

2.5 km

Landmark

Fruits and Vegetables market

2.6 km

Landmark

Eglise Paroles de vie eternelle

2.8 km

Landmark

Virunga Booking Office

2.9 km

Landmark

Chist Tabernacle

2.9 km

Landmark

Monument Chukudu

3.1 km

Landmark

Rubona Peninsula

3.3 km

Landmark

Eglise Evangelique de la Restauration ERC

3.3 km

Landmark

Taxi Rank

3.7 km

Landmark

New Tam-Tam Bikini

16.2 km

Landmark

African Art Gallery

16.5 km

Landmark

Belarusian House

38.9 km

Nearby

Beach

Gisenyi Beach

230 m

Gisenyi Public Beach

380 m

Ave de l'Indépendance

Green Hills Ecotours

480 m

Restaurants

Bistro Restaurant & Wine Garage

450 m

btwn Ave de l'Indépendance & Ave de la Coopération

Calafia Cafe

1.1 km

Avenue de la Revolution

New Tam-Tam Bikini Bar & Restaurant

16.1 km

Avenida De La Production

Hotel Italiano Al Lago

16.3 km

300 Metres from Soccer Field

Getting around

City Centre

Gisenyi9 min · 700 m

Airports

Goma International Airport (GOM)9 min · 5.8 km

Bukavu Kavumu Airport (BKY)251 min · 167.2 km

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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

is available in 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:

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Lake Kivu Serena Hotel, Gisenyi

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Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Leisure

Recreation & Business

Location & Services

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Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Bedroom

Media

Room decor

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