Avenue de la Production, next La Corniche, Gisenyi, Rwanda
#2 of 20 hotels in Gisenyi
Guests' ChoiceBased on 102 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 May 2024
Vladimir
EstoniaSituated in the center of the city close to everything. They have a nice garden and a restaurant on site where they will cook you a nicely tasting and nicely priced food, need not to look any further for better setting. Of course you get what you paid for, so do not expect luxury.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Robert
Finlandexcellent breakfast,great host,good location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Miranda
KenyaThe host was friendly would definitely stay there if I visit Gisenyi. The food was delicious. Staff were friendly..
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Adrian
United KingdomA little updates are needed but altogether just right. The TV was only french which is a shame
Very quant close to the lake nice big house nice garden and front picnic area I would use again I'm looking to move to gisengi
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Biljana
GermanyI found the bed and pillow too hard but this is a personal issue. I missed in the bathroom a place to leave personnel things.
The location was great. Only 10 min walk to the central Bus Station. Also to the lake it took not more. The accomodation was nice and it Has a nice garden! Taking breakfast and diner outside! I stayed for 2 nights and had breakfast and one diner. Both was good. The personnel is very nice and the owner helps in any way. Just ask he will provide you with all helpful information. The bed had a net for mosquitosmosquitos and warm shower!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Orna
IsraelThe information about activities around can be improved (very good information about trails around the city, help in arranging transportation to Kigaly, but disaponting information about the Congo nile trail)
Very pleasant place, excellent location, friendly and helpful owner
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Anita
United KingdomThe rooms and furniture are a bit old and I struggled to get hot water despite the instructions but it's a great rate so you can't really complain! Overall good value for money.
Good location close to the lake. Friendly staff and the best breakfast I had in Rwanda. Has parking and a nice outdoor area to chill out in. Beds are comfy and rooms are quiet at night.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Joel
GermanyVery nice and pleasant place. Staff / owner is extremely nice and helpful and breakfast is amazing!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Paweł
Poland-
Everything: owner, localization, big clean villa.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Eta
Democratic Republic of CongoA very affordable and neat place to stay while in Gisenyi. The host and his staff are very welcoming, flexible and open to feedback. We liked the compound's large garden where one can sit outside, enjoy the sun and have drinks. The breakfast is great. Colibri is located in an easy to find, well lit (at night) and safe area of Gisenyi, and is a few minutes walk from the shores of beautiful Kivu lake and some shops/restaurants.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Abhinav
IndiaAll good
Location close to the border. Nice cosy stay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Francesca
Democratic Republic of CongoHad a small problem with water due to water company, so no fault from the owner who provided me with water from the tank.
Staff extremely kind, warm welcome. Had all the house for myself, few small improvements needed but it was an excellent solution. Very nice breakfast!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Jacek
PolandNothing
The guesthouse is located a 10-minute walk from the bus station, on a side street with minimal traffic. The owners are extremely kind and create a unique, laid-back atmosphere. The breakfasts are delicious and more than sufficient.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Henry
United KingdomThere was no fan in my room but that didn't bother me as the weather was good.
The owners made you feel at home. Nice quiet location. Breakfast was excellent. Exceeded my expectations. Would highly recommend for holidayers on a low budget.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2023
Robert
NetherlandsFantastically friendly, helpful staff and owner. Their is a beautiful garden. Very relaxed place to stay, in a lively town.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Joanna
PolandAmazing place, the best food
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Teh
RwandaThe Guesthouse isn't well known in the area, so arranging transportation is a little difficult. They should definitely try working on that. Other than that, there's not much to say
The breakfast was ok though a little on the expensive side. 8000Rwf for a few eggs, toast and fruit salad? But overall their service was great.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Femke
NetherlandsNothing to complain about.
Basic and bit older but well maintained and clean. Very friendly staff (without being pushy), nice and relaxed atmosphere (felt a bit like home), nice garden to sit outside and their breakfast is amazing!! Absolutely value for money. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Jose
BrazilThe shower pressure could be better...
Great place to stay. Clean, big rooms, great breakfast and a really nice garden, close to the beach. All that with a good price. And François is very attentive and helpful
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Jon
North MacedoniaMaybe just the lightning of the room wasnt enough (for reading).
The welcoming and the will of the staff to always help. The value for the money is exceptional. The food they were preparing was amazing with very reasonable price
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Aidan
United KingdomExcellent breakfast in a really nice garden. Also do evening meals if required.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Patrick
GermanyBed and mattress not made for people taller than 190 cm
Very friendly and welcoming staff, nice garden, and some of the best food in while east Africa! You can easily stay there for several days.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
Marion
FranceVery friendly french owner, he gave us great recommendations of places to eat and to visit The hotel is really confortable, the breakfast is really good, very great value for money Would 100% recommend
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Andrés
SpainFood was very delicious and plentiful but it seemed to be limited options, and transmited verbally. I would suggest having a written menu with prices.
Beautiful and peaceful garden where you can have your meals. Friendly staff making sure you feel at home. Really nice food for very reasonable prices, amazing breakfast!! Good location in a quiet residential street, about 10 mins to bus station if you are traveling with local transport. Huge bed, very clean room.
Stayed in September 2023
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