Title: Rushel Kivu Lodge - 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) # Rushel Kivu Lodge Beachfront hotel for sun and fun ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/51303d5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/2c1d89dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Tent | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/c8740b97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/69de813b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/5f6c5964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Rushel Kivu Lodge welcomes travelers to its white sand beach for relaxation, volleyball, or fishing. Praised for its serene atmosphere, the lodge offers free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and bicycle tour info to enhance your stay at this peaceful beachfront retreat. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 30 - Dec. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 1 - Dec. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=48746822&PinnedHotelID=48746822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/2d40eaa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Digital channels Wardrobe or closet - 323 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/aaa2a927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Tent 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Detached private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Digital channels Wardrobe or closet - 269 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/50d7acee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Electric kettle Free bottled water - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/2d40eaa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Tent ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Detached private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Digital channels Wardrobe or closet - 237 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Luxury Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746900/48746822/3205abf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Tent ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Digital channels Wardrobe or closet - 269 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![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%2FRushel-Kivu-Lodge.h48746822.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRushel-Kivu-Lodge.h48746822.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-1.90620%2C29.28377&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lO_sDREBnOycM8WX5tcTtUv_Pd0=) Kinunu, Rutsiro District, Boneza, Western Province #### What's nearby - Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 50 min drive - 44.3 km - Les Chutes de Ndaba - 54 min drive - 48.8 km - Gisenyi Beach - 56 min drive - 50.3 km - Rwanda Tourism University College - 58 min drive - 51.7 km - Université Libre de Kigali - 58 min drive - 51.7 km ## About this property ### Rushel Kivu Lodge Property highlights Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a beach bar, and a coffee shop/cafe at Rushel Kivu Lodge. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach volleyball, and fishing. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Beach umbrellas, bicycle parking, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Bicycle tour information, beach towels, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. More amenities include: - Rainfall showers and free toiletries - 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players - Wardrobes/closets, limited housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103550000/103545600/103545554/4a0181d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palega Beach Inn Boneza - On private beach - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews CA $81 CA $133 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=103545554&PinnedHotelID=103545554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110320000/110314700/110314634/3a3c8912.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bethany Hotel Karongi Bwishyura - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 6.8 3 reviews CA $81 CA $99 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - 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On private beach - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 10 Exceptional 4 reviews CA $116 CA $185 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=100516058&PinnedHotelID=100516058&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 - A beach bar - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Beach volleyball - Bicycle tours - Fishing - Kayak ### Family friendly - DVD player - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Outdoors - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - On the beach ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible bathtub - No elevator - Phone accessibility kit ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Rainfall showerhead - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels - DVD player ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for RWF 40.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: RWF 40.0 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 ### 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 Rushel Kivu Lodge Hotel Rushel Kivu Lodge Boneza Rushel Kivu Lodge Hotel Boneza ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rushel Kivu Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rushel Kivu Lodge? > As of Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rushel Kivu Lodge on Dec 2, 2025 start from CA $72.77, 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/Rushel-Kivu-Lodge.h48746822.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rushel Kivu Lodge? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Rushel Kivu Lodge? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Rushel Kivu Lodge located? > This Boneza hotel is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Kivu Lake, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Gisenyi Beach and Nyamyumba Hot Springs. Les Chutes de Ndaba and Rwanda Tourism University College are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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