About this property

Beachfront and Leisure: Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake in Bigabiro offers a private beach area, beachfront, infinity swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests can relax on the open-air bath or enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, balconies or terraces, and modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and mini-bars. Family rooms and ground-floor units provide lake, garden, or mountain views. Additional facilities include a lounge, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves African, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, and local cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, American, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Themed dinner nights and child-friendly buffet cater to all guests. Activities and Location: Located in Bigabiro, the hotel is 6.2 mi from Kivu Lake and 9.3 mi from Remera Cell. Cycling activities are available, and the surrounding area offers scenic views and local attractions.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mark
    Israel Israel
    Really knowledgeable and engaging staff members and activities. Beautiful location.
  • Karen
    United States United States
    The location is spectacular and our rooms were beautiful, clean and comfortable. The view from the room is mesmerizing. The staff are extremely helpful and responsive. The chef provided the most delicious menus we’ve had in Rwanda. Excellent meals!
  • Rae
    South Korea South Korea
    This is a stay that I have never experienced before, exceptional is an understatement. We couldn’t have picked a better place for our honeymoon, and I am genuinely convinced that this tops all other lodges. If you want to experience Rwanda up...
  • Klaudia
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Big beautiful room (more like little cottage), spacious terase, and outside shower with plenty of hot water with most amazing view. The room was spotless and very comfortable. Everything else was just exceptional. Stuff, food, activities, view,...
  • Joseph
    Rwanda Rwanda
    Staff were very helpful, with the General Manager, who is also the owner taking the lead. The family room we got was very specious, with the living room having an extra bed for the kids. The rooms were very clean and have a great view of the lake....
  • Ahmed
    Oman Oman
    An exceptional beautiful and peaceful location. A place to relax and enjoy the scenery and met lovely people. A very good design, clean and spacy lodges. Owner with real values of life with commitment to the surrounding communities We even...
  • Michaela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. The spacious lodge, the deck, the view (to die for!), the food, the location and brilliant team.
  • Sabina
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Perfect place for calm and peaceful rest and harmony. The bed is super comfortable, and the view is magnificent with a beautiful sunset. The lake is clean and nice to swim in. All of the staff is extremely friendly and makes you feel at home. The...
  • Judith
    Switzerland Switzerland
    It’s a very idyllic place, people are great and the food is delicious. Already in advance the team supported us well by answering questions and organising transportation.
  • Pierre
    France France
    Amazing view on the lake, to see landscape and at night once thunder over Congo. Very good facilities, good cook, lake at the foot of the domain. Access road is not so easy but under construction for better. Nice moment in Rwanda, thanks Philippe...

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Umutuzo lodge
    • Cuisine
      African • Belgian • Chinese • French • Indian • Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • Spanish • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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