Title: Gahiza Island Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6206470&destination=Kisoro%2C+Kisoro%2C+Western+Region%2C+Uganda&selected=50678937&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gahiza Island Retreat Gahiza Island Retreat delivers peaceful island living with panoramic views, a welcoming terrace with firepit, and a restaurant serving local specialties ## Photo gallery for Gahiza Island Retreat ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Front of property - Gahiza Island Retreat (Kisoro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50680000/50679000/50678937/e113463b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Tent - Gahiza Island Retreat (Kisoro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50680000/50679000/50678937/d35a27b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Gahiza Island Retreat (Kisoro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50680000/50679000/50678937/8099f84f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, bed sheets - Gahiza Island Retreat (Kisoro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50680000/50679000/50678937/c1cf2e79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Gahiza Island Retreat (Kisoro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50680000/50679000/50678937/78523cbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find tranquility at this island getaway with a terrace offering stunning views. Enjoy delicious meals fireside under the stars at the restaurant. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGahiza-Island-Retreat.h50678937.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGahiza-Island-Retreat.h50678937.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Kisoro is home to Gahiza Island Retreat. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Red Rocks Arts Centre. [Visit our Kisoro travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kisoro.dx6206470) [View more Lodges in Kisoro](https://www.expedia.ca/Kisoro-Lodges.d6206470-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-1.23542%2C29.66225&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mn1_B77qezRcoh2a_KwE3xQQjmg=) Kisoro - Busanza Road, Island 3, Lake Mutanda, Kisoro, Kisoro District, 223 ### What's nearby - ![An incredible experience trekking and canoeing around these islands with Edrisa, eventually reaching Bwindi Forest and seeing the silver back gorillas! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343508/57b07cb1-e3c3-45e3-ae19-800b56b4bfc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Bunyonyi 52 min drive \- 43.5 km - Lake Mutanda 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - St. Francis Hospital Mutolere 28 min drive \- 15.7 km - Nkuringo Visitors Center 61 min drive \- 27.5 km ### Restaurants - Gorilla Highlands Cafe - Serena Magadir Restaurant - Traveller's rest 12 min drive - Artisan Coffee Shop - Coffee Pot Cafe 13 min drive ## About this property ### Gahiza Island Retreat Property highlights Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit at Gahiza Island Retreat. Free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant are available to all guests. Other perks include: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Gahiza Island Retreat have amenities such as safes. More amenities include: - Showers, tubs or showers, and soap - Cookware/dishes/utensils, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92990000/92983000/92982974/b9e7f1bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mutolere Coffee Pot Guest Houses Kisoro - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry CA $124 CA $147 total includes taxes & fees Mar 17 - Mar 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=92982974&PinnedHotelID=92982974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna, steam room, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117360000/117357100/117357036/0eb860fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coffee Pot Hotel Kisoro - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $78 CA $149 total includes taxes & fees Mar 17 - Mar 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=117357036&PinnedHotelID=117357036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91339300/91339242/87dd39b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golden monkey guest house Kisoro - 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Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils ### More - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 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 at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM 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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way) 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Gahiza Island Retreat Lodge Gahiza Island Retreat Kisoro Gahiza Island Retreat Lodge Kisoro ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gahiza Island Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gahiza Island Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Gahiza Island Retreat? ### Does Gahiza Island Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Gahiza Island Retreat located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? 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