The timelines of the food was wayyy too slow. It took 3 hours to get dinner.

Everything was mostly good

Stayed in February 2024

Although it looked like a little village and it was pretty, the walls of the rooms are very thin. We woke up pretty early because of talking people outside and we heard it very clearly. Nevertheless a nice place to stop for a night!

The views at Kivu Macheo lodge were beautiful! The staff was very friendly, always there to help and can cook very well! We had the best agatogo and sambaza there!

Stayed in February 2024

The staff wasn’t really present, sometimes we had the feeling no one was around. The food was ok.

The rooms are comfortable, warm showers and a beautiful view over the sea.

Stayed in November 2023

The menu is a bit confusing but it's doable

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Kivu Macheo, which is nestled by the serene shores of Macheo . My experience was nothing short of exceptional. The location itself is a true gem. The hotel is surrounded by lush greenery, and you wake up to the soothing sounds of water gently lapping against the shore. The view from my room was absolutely breathtaking, with the lake stretching out as far as the eye could see. The staff at Lakeside Inn went above and beyond to make my stay memorable. They were friendly, attentive, and always ready to assist with any request. The rooms were clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated, providing a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. One of the highlights of my stay was dining at the hotel's lakeside restaurant. The food was outstanding, and I couldn't get enough of the fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Watching the sunset over the lake while enjoying a delicious meal was a truly magical experience. The hotel also offers various recreational activities, from water sports to nature walks, making it perfect for both relaxation and adventure seekers. If you're looking for a peaceful and rejuvenating getaway by the lake, I highly recommend the Kivu Macheo. It's a hidden paradise that offers an unforgettable experience, and I can't wait to return.

Stayed in September 2023

Very expensive but not just this accommodation, many places in Rwanda in general.

Location was great, breakfast was good too

Stayed in September 2023

Not only no warm water, no running tapwater either. Trying to wash oneself out of a Jerrycan was not on our preference list. We did not receive any compensation either as they claimed it was a problem out of their reach.

Friendly staff. Nice view on an excellent location

Stayed in September 2023

Very far from the town so need a moto to get anywhere

Beautiful location! It was very nice having an individual little cabin so it felt very private and cosy.

Stayed in June 2023

Very long waiting time to obtain the food after ordering it.

Perfect location, great guide for a boat tour on the lake! Excellent food!

Stayed in August 2023

The breakfast was disappointing and poor - we could not get anything else except an egg omelette. The staff around the kitchen was quite slow.

The location and the overall accommodation property were nice, and they reached my expectations.

Stayed in August 2023

there is no actual washbasin/sink. only showers and toilets.

amazing view, the bed was comfortable, breakfast was very tasty, the staff was nice

Stayed in May 2023

Staff is really good, the lodge with awesome good natural materials, and the view is so wonderful. The internal restaurant food is good and well prepared. Breakfast is amazing and delicious with good fruits.

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing to consider

The location; on the top of à Mountain with view to thé lake. Sunset is wonderful! Staff aproach is very friendly and, at same time, professional.

Stayed in May 2023

I booked the tent - but it was the middle of the rainy season - so it got flooded… but they moved me into one of the cabins for no extra cost, and the service from that was AMAZING!

The wifi, the facilities, the view, the whole area was AMAZING! The food was also really good, great dinner menu as well! And the host was super lovely, although didn’t know heaps of English, you made it work.

Stayed in April 2023

Shower , water issues 😬 but they managed to solve some issues with it

Wonderful stuff, every welcoming. The breakfast was a bomb 😍

Stayed in April 2023

Tent was not waterproof. Restaurant is very expensive

Friendly staff and great views from the garden

Stayed in February 2023

Beautiful place with the most amazing view on lake Kivu. It is green, calm, has everything you need and the staff is super friendly.

Stayed in February 2023

Actually I did not stay at the property. The standard was not good for me.

Stayed in January 2024

Can’t think of anything.

The staff - gave me a huge amount of help to arrange transport. The location is lovely, with views over the lake. Accommodation is simple but very clean and aligns with price. Food is good. WiFi possibly the best I had in Rwanda.

Stayed in January 2024

The view! It was amazing during sunrise :)

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

This place has no downsides. The lodge is on a hill and offers a great view of the eastern side of Lake Kivu, and just 100m away from the lodge, there's a view of the western part of the lake. The staff is lovely, it's a peaceful location away from traffic, and the cuisine includes delicious local dishes.

Stayed in December 2023

Really cozy and authentic cottages with a fantastic view! The rooms are really clean and comfortable and the location is great for exploring lake Kivu.

Stayed in November 2023

Sleep with your raincoat as the room's roof isn't waterproof during heavy rain. Bathroom is stinky. Value for money is low but that's a global problem in rwanda when you are not in the high end tourism industry.

The view

Stayed in November 2023

Bathroom was smelly. Rooms very dark.

Breakfast was adequate and there was a nice view of the lake.

Stayed in October 2023

The hotel is on the very top of the hill, but it is Rwanda, so 🤷 It was also not that easy to find it. The road up to the hill was not that good and the hotel doesn't have a proper parking place. So a bit tricky if you drive. But it was not that critical

We booked a room with four beds, simply because there was no other option in booking. Luckily we were put in a bungalow just with one big bed and it was perfect. It was very simple and very cosy. Breakfast was nice, they even tried to make it a bit different every morning (at least with different fruits). The stuff was extremely friendly and helpful. the highlight of our stay was our travel to islands with Honour. He organised a great tour for us. I really do recommend 😊

Stayed in August 2023