Title: Sawa Sawa Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sawa Sawa Motel Hotel in Gisenyi with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/3582bf48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/f85f932c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/048ced1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/c7c962c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/0e93a0eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sawa Sawa Motel puts travelers close to local attractions while offering a taste of regional cuisine at breakfast. Guests connect with free WiFi, relax on the peaceful terrace, or take quiet walks through the garden. 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 6 - Nov. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 7 - Nov. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=36653661&PinnedHotelID=36653661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/690fba77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Flat-screen TV 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/5a36482c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Flat-screen TV 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653700/36653661/42dbf45b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Flat-screen TV 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Private bathroom Free bottled water Satellite channels - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and conference space. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Sawa Sawa Motel include comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=100292395&PinnedHotelID=100292395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Business services - Conference space ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Motel Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Gisenyi Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Motel Hotel Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Motel Hotel Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Sawa Sawa Motel Hotel Sawa Sawa Motel Gisenyi Sawa Sawa Motel Hotel Gisenyi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sawa Sawa Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sawa Sawa Motel? > As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sawa Sawa Motel on Dec 7, 2025 start from CA $38.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisenyi-Hotels-Sawa-Sawa-Motel.h36653661.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Sawa Sawa Motel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sawa Sawa Motel? > Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Sawa Sawa Motel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sawa Sawa Motel located? > Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Université Libre de Kigali, Gisenyi Beach, and Rwanda Tourism University College. Kivu Lake is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sawa Sawa Motel Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 2.0 Cleanliness ### 2.0 Staff & service ### 2.0 Eco-friendliness ### 2.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Admire Mar 1, 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I informed you that they declined my check in and i am waiting for my refund. ##### Admire Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Jul 1, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Comfort Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Comfort-Inn.h19352.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Victoriaville](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoriaville-Hotels.d7466.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Waves Tulum](https://www.expedia.ca/Tulum-Hotels-THE-WAVES-TULUM.h67483819.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels.d178248.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sternwheeler Hotel & Conference Centre, Trademark by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitehorse-Hotels-Sternwheeler-Hotel-And-Conference-Centre.h28265.Hotel-Information) > > [Boutique Hotels in Charlottetown](https://www.expedia.ca/Charlottetown-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel.0-0-d4136-tBoutiqueHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Temple Gardens Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Moose-Jaw-Hotels-Temple-Gardens-Hotel-Spa.h1627315.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Notre Dame Basilica](https://www.expedia.ca/Notre-Dame-Basilica-Hotels.0-l501879-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Athenian Foss](https://www.expedia.ca/Athens-Hotels-Athenian-Foss.h38497235.Hotel-Information) > > [Motels Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Motels.d178314-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Orlando World Center Marriott](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Orlando-World-Center-Marriott.h11312.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels.d178293.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Kathmandu (KTM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/ktm/delhi-to-kathmandu) > > [flights from abbotsford intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yxx/flights-from-abbotsford-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Nashville (BNA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/bna/detroit-to-nashville) > > [Air Canada Toronto (YYZ) to Chek Lap Kok (HKG) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-pearson-intl-to-hong-kong-intl/ac/yyz/hkg) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yyz/delhi-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Johannesburg (JNB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/jnb/regina-to-johannesburg) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Alberta (YQL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yql/calgary-to-lethbridge) > > [Flights from Calgary Intl. to STO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/sto/calgary-to-stockholm) > > [Flights from Barcelona (BCN) to Rome (FCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/bcn/fco/barcelona-to-rome) ### Packages > [Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/88/Jamaica) > > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Venice Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Venice-Beach-Los-Angeles.d6068501.Vacation-Attraction) ### Vacation Rentals > [Scarborough Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Vacation-Rentals.d3356.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Burgas](https://www.expedia.ca/Burgas.dx656) > > [Visit Norris Arm](https://www.expedia.ca/Norris-Arm.dx3000372157) > > [Visit Las Vegas Strip](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Las-Vegas-Strip.dx800045) > > [Visit Falkland Islands](https://www.expedia.ca/Falkland-Islands.dx11711)