Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe

4.0 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Kinshasa Zoo

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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76 Avenue Bandundu La Gombe, Kinshasa, Kinshasa, 1204
  • Place, Kinshasa Zoo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pentecost Martyrs Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, People's Palace
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kinshasa (FIH-N'Djili Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 391 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 258 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View

  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kinshasa

Located in Gombe within a short walk of Kinshasa Zoo, Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Académie des Beaux-Arts. This 115-room, 4-star hotel has 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kinshasa Zoo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Académie des Beaux-Arts - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Pentecost Martyrs Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • People's Palace - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kin Plaza Mall - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kinshasa (FIH-N'Djili Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'olive Verte - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Al Dar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Vue - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La datcha - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Eric Kayser - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe

Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Kinshasa Zoo
Built in 2023, the brand new Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe offers an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CDF 121500 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf hotel include meeting rooms, conference space, and a computer station.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and slippers. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CDF 87,000 for adults and CDF 43,500 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf caddies
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2023
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CDF 270000
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CDF 270000

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CDF 87000 for adults and CDF 43500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CDF 121500 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CDF 121500 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: CDF 270000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CDF 270000 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe Hotel
Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe Kinshasa
Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe Hotel Kinshasa

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

This hotel is situated in Gombe within a short 12-minute walk of Kinshasa Zoo and also 14 minutes on foot from Kinshasa Botanic Garden. You'll also find Académie des Beaux-Arts and Kin Plaza Mall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe feature a casino on the premises?

No, Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Are there hot tubs at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe has 3 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe.

Does Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

The closest major airport to Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe is Kinshasa (FIH-N'Djili Intl.), which is 14.3 mi away (57 minutes by car). Another top airport is Brazzaville (BZV-Maya Maya), which is about 4.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe.

Reviews

Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe Reviews

7.8

Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BUSHIRI KABANGA

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Tanja

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible service

Services is Disaster, the order in the restoran had been waiting for 1 hour
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

miku

Traveled with family
C etait terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collins

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here. Perfect hotel for business travelers
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good maintain building and service 24/7
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chef is excellent! Menu was varied both a la carte and for buffet. Very clean. Modern with dynamic staff. I loved that local staff was represented at all levels including management. Pool area has both indoor and outdoor options with balanced menu.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nabih

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Francis

Liked: Staff & service
A lot a persons in the small hall
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Room clean and confortable. but the service is very slow
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Thierry Kayeye

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vaut la peine!

Great stay- friendly and professional personnel especially at the indoor KauKau lounge bar.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a very nice little boutique hotel . Good food , good little gym . Imagination is not strong from the staff . They follow the rules and that's it
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that it is a nice and clean hotel with good food compared to many other places in that city .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Grace

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good vibe but bad customer service from check-in to check out. The service is too slow. The agent are not used to the system and get confused. They haven't made my room the whole day, I had to shout for them to make it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Horrible experience

Terrible, there’s a lot of noise between the rooms like someone is pulling furniture every night. They gave me a water bottle that had rusted at the top opening where you put your mouth to drink, best they provide plastic water bottles as complimentary water. The switches in the bedroom are a nightmare, they’re sensor switches so you should move around every 5 minutes you can’t be stationary and work on your computer without that irritation of on and off lights every now and then.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Zakir

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Zakir

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

disappointed in rooms and service

Very disappointing. In the booking note we asked for a room far away from the elevator. Ended up in room 208. Literally the room closest to the elevator. Come off the elevator, room 208. The room is a good size. No desk, but there is a round table in the corner. Fixtures feel ikea-esquece. The flooring is vinyl stickers. Great for cleaning, not so much for feeling cozy. Feels super cheap. The room we got was also a handicap room, so the bathroom shower didn’t have a door, rather blinds. The fridge didn’t work either. There’s no garbage in the room or milk powder for the tea, and the shower gel was missing so we washed with shampoo. One coffee mug for two of us, and the mugs don’t have handles, so you burn yourself taking turns drinking your milk less tea. Next morning asked to change rooms. 9am. Packed our bags and emptied the room for them to make it easier. Brought the bags down to reception. Left the hotel and came back at 4:00pm. The reception was quick to remember that we were waiting for new room keys. Imagining that between 9-4 would be enough time to get us a new room, we were asked to patient a few minutes by the receptionist. It took well over 25 minutes for them to assist us. The new room was also basic. A good size but cold and industrial. The closet doesn’t have doors. The AC is comical. You can’t go below 20C and even then it’s a weird hot air coming out of the vents. You can smell the humidity coming through. Not impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very friendly staff always at your disposal, the hotel cleanliness and the fantastic view of the Congo River that you get from room or the rooftop which includes a pool makes it one of the best hotel in Kinshasa. Plus the prices are more than descent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023