Title: Kivu Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kivu Lodge Lakeside dining from breakfast to dinner complements the tranquil garden setting at this retreat where guests can truly relax and recharge ## Photo gallery for Kivu Lodge ![Outdoor pool - Kivu Lodge (Gishyita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/a9d93109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Kivu Lodge (Gishyita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/326bc310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Triple Room - Kivu Lodge (Gishyita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/b1b35341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view - Kivu Lodge (Gishyita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/f2cb3d3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Kivu Lodge (Gishyita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/a262936d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kivu Lodge sits by the lake, offering an outdoor pool and daily manager's reception. Enjoy meals at the restaurant, drinks at the bar, or relax with garden views. The lobby provides coffee and tea, and the multilingual staff is ready to assist with any needs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Restaurant - Laundry - Room service - Housekeeping ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room ![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/142ee522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Down duvet Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom - 215 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25080000/25071100/25071092/dde73e1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate sitting area Down duvet Fan Blackout drapes/curtains Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom - 215 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGishyita-Hotels-Kivu-Lodge.h25071092.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGishyita-Hotels-Kivu-Lodge.h25071092.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-2.14596%2C29.25643&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zPP-XLydSIp0-98ukQJSCGGWmqo=) RN 6 Butare, Gishyita, Western Province #### What's nearby - Museum of Environment \- 36 min drive \- 32.0 km - Les Chutes de Ndaba \- 57 min drive \- 55.5 km #### Restaurants - ‪Kivubelt Coffee - ‬31 min drive ## About this property ### Kivu Lodge Lodge by the lake Consider a stay at Kivu Lodge and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a garden, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also expect to find a bar. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Kivu Lodge offer comforts such as furnished balconies and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like bathrobes. Extra amenities include: - Down comforters and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and fans ## Similar properties ![Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99949600/99949538/w2048h1147x0y194-d4a9c148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Room in Guest Room - Charming Room in Kayove, Rwanda - Your Perfect Getaway Mushonyi - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill CA $103 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Dec 28 - Dec 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=99949538&PinnedHotelID=99949538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71620000/71611100/71611070/714f1664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Suite With Balcony and Incredible View on the Water Bwishyura - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=71611070&PinnedHotelID=71611070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/51303d5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rushel Kivu Lodge Boneza - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews CA $72 CA $87 total includes taxes & fees Dec 26 - Dec 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20960000/20955900/20955844/cab7de98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rwiza Village Mubuga - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=20955844&PinnedHotelID=20955844&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception ### Things to do - Fishing - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - On a lake - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Fan - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one way) - Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds This property accepts credit cards ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Kivu Lodge Gishyita Kivu Gishyita Kivu Lodge Lodge Kivu Lodge Gishyita Kivu Lodge Lodge Gishyita ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Kivu Lodge have a pool? ### Is Kivu Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kivu Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Kivu Lodge? ### Does Kivu Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Kivu Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kivu Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antonius Jan 18, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unique on remote peninsula with great lake views Very nice nature ##### Antonius Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020