Rwiza Village

3.0 star property
Lodge in Kibuye with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Relax on the deck overlooking the water with a sofa, bench, and table.
Cabins blend seamlessly into the lush surroundings, offering balconies with scenic views.
Enjoy a sea view from the comfort of your room, with a balcony offering a glimpse of the ocean.
Cabins blend seamlessly into the lush, landscaped surroundings.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat by the sea, where a wooden pier stretches into the calm waters, offering a serene escape.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Kibuye in District Karongi, West Province, Mubuga
  • Nyungwe Forest National Park
  • Gisenyi Beach
  • Museum of Environment
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Goma (GOM)
    ‪90 min drive‬

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Room options

Traditional Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 376 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double or Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kibuye

Rwiza Village places you 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Museum of Environment. This 10-room, 3-star lodge welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Environment - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Les Chutes de Ndaba - 30 min drive - 19.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Right Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fast Food & Take Away - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fast Food & Take Away - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Rwiza Village

Lodge in Kibuye with free breakfast and a restaurant
Rwiza Village features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Pet weight must not exceed 11 lbs per pet

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Rwiza Village Lodge Kibuye
Rwiza Village Lodge
Rwiza Village Kibuye
Rwiza Village Lodge
Rwiza Village Mubuga
Rwiza Village Lodge Mubuga

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rwiza Village?

Rwiza Village offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Rwiza Village?

This lodge is located in Kibuye, close to Museum of Environment.

Is there parking available at Rwiza Village?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Rwiza Village include a casino on the premises?

No, Rwiza Village doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Rwiza Village?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Is Rwiza Village good for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Rwiza Village?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Rwiza Village have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rwiza Village serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant.

Will Rwiza Village allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Rwiza Village.

Does Rwiza Village have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rwiza Village?

Yes, every guestroom at Rwiza Village comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring lake views.

Rwiza Village Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property were extremely nice and friendly. The journey from Kigali however was stressful. I recommend renting a jeep or a car with high tires as the roads leading to the accommodation are bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Staff & service
The view from the balcony of each cabin is to die for!!! The staff extremely friendly! Food in the restaurelant limited but tasty and very reasonably priced. Now the bad news. Inside the cabins everything is so tired to say the least.The electric sockets practically hanging out. The shower so small you can hardly turn round ( and i am a slim guy). It looks to me like the owner is giving up on it... Such a shame as i really wanted to give high rating...
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Francine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil and beautiful setting, lovely escape! Jojo was wonderful in letting us know about everything when we arrived and helping us organize a boat trip - accommodated late check out also. Would definitely stay again if in the area

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Fazlitdin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

curu

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really appreciated the staff’s dedication to my necessities.the view from the cabin was picturesque and inspiring. I would definitely go there again for recharging my soul.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this property. One of my favorite places that I stayed in Rwanda. All the staff were extremely kind and helpful. Absolutely gorgeous view and loved that they had a dock I could take a dip in Lake Kivu. The cottages themselves were very cozy and clean. Highly recommend this property for any visitors near Kibuye.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jovine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, London

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rwiza Village is a bit out of the way from Kibuye, but it is well worth the trek! Beautiful and relaxing views. While the hotel is a bit basic in terms of amenities, you won't need anything more than what they provide. Truly, this place is a great place when you want to just escape the everyday and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Eliab

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was lovely location with wonderful views. Good food. But I told management that it should be advertised as not user friendly for disabled people which I am I would never have booked there if I had realised how hard it would be for me to get anywhere. I never made it to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rwiza Village is in a lovely location. The staff is very helpful and friendly and the rooms have fantastic views. However, the very last bit of the drive is impossible in a 2-wheel drive it it has been raining and the showers are not in very good condition. Overall a great place to stay though :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Denis

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

Good place for a get-away weekend

We had a very good time, the rooms (every room is an individual little house) are simple but with a beautiful view on the lake. Staff is very friendly and food and drinks in the restaurant are reasonably priced. Food is good but selection a bit narrow. The only minor negative aspect is the bathroom, it's clean but very tiny and not much water coming from the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Antonius, Amsterdam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Idyllic. Excellent lake swimming
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

קרן, שראל

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
הנוף של האגם מקסים, הצוות נחמד מאוד, המבנים מיוחדים.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Unsafe. They stole $150 from us. Service is poor. Showers and wifi don’t work properly. Stay away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great secret of Kibuye

Beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location but getting there even with a 4x4 was not easy. I will return to this hotel in the future but hope that the road will be fixed and improved.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019