[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Beach hotel with free breakfast and bars ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/f646e02e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/b1aff332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/2347075e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/56950f71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/0ef96462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach sits alongside the lake, offering travelers a peaceful getaway with cooked-to-order breakfasts and garden views. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace, use in-room WiFi, or sample drinks at either of the property's two bars. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Room service - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9324416&PinnedHotelID=9324416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/0bbf86d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Private bathroom Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/384ddded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 301 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Shared Dormitory (6 )](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/83d459fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (6 ) ### Highlights Daily housekeeping Desk - 194 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Twin Bed ![Desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9330000/9324500/9324416/f9c4408a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory ( 8 ) ### Highlights Daily housekeeping Desk - 301 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk 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%2FGisenyi-Hotels-Discover-Rwanda-Gisenyi-Beach.h9324416.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGisenyi-Hotels-Discover-Rwanda-Gisenyi-Beach.h9324416.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-1.70252%2C29.25819&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LHrbKcKddVbypSDoxxa0DjfmD8I=) Rue de la Cooperation, Gisenyi #### What's nearby - Gisenyi Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Rwanda Tourism University College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Université Libre de Kigali - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 7.9 km - Parc National des Virunga - 11 min drive - 11.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Kivu Resto - ‬4 min drive - ‪Saga Bay - ‬12 min walk - ‪Migano Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪DJO’s bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Steven shop - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Hotel by the lake Consider a stay at Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking and extended parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), beach towels, and wedding services - A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and 1 meeting room Room features All guestrooms at Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach offer amenities such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117370000/117361100/117361016/6a7aebac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SAFE HEAVEN ROOMS Gisenyi - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $89 CA $107 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=117361016&PinnedHotelID=117361016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117190000/117184100/117184049/8d8ed361.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SAFE HEAVEN HOME Amazing 9-bedroom house with WiFi in Gisenyi Gisenyi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly CA $986 CA $1,394 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=117184049&PinnedHotelID=117184049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Basic Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91340000/91337900/91337842/d9fb6f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### INZU Lodge Nyayumba - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews CA $69 CA $85 total includes taxes & fees Oct 10 - Oct 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=91337842&PinnedHotelID=91337842&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 offsite parking - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free extended parking on site ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM - 2 bars/lounges - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 108 square feet of conference space - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach towels - Direct access to the beach - Garden - On a lake - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 2 buildings - 2 floors - Built in 1955 - Colonial architecture - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: RWF 20 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for RWF 20000 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: RWF 90000 per person (one-way) - Late check-out fee: RWF 20 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: RWF 20000 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Hotel Discover Rwanda Hotel Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Discover Rwanda Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Hotel Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Gisenyi Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Hotel Gisenyi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach? > Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. ### What time is check-out at Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach? > Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for RWF 20 (subject to availability). ### Does Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of RWF 90000 per person applies. ### Where is Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Gisenyi hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gisenyi Beach and Rwanda Tourism University College. Université Libre de Kigali is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Discover Rwanda Gisenyi Beach Reviews 7.4 ### Good 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 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 4 ### 7.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.2/10 Staff & service ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 7.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 4/10 Poor #### Leon May 24, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The property was not as advertised. The place appears a bit run-down and the rooms we stayed in had stained and partially broken toilet seats. We had to urgently make arrangements to secure alternative accommodation for our elderly mothers, which was extremely inconvenient. The hotel employee who was on duty was however very helpful and understanding, which we appreciated very well. He also contacted the hotel manager who was equally understanding and promised to process a refund for the room which we had to cancel at the last minute due to the fact that it was not meeting our expectation as advertised. He indicated the refund will be processed at the end of the month so we are looking forward to it. ##### Leon Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### YOAV Oct 8, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness #### Toilets were dirty and broken Toilets were dirty and broken ##### YOAV Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Barbara Aug 26, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic location, a shame the state of the place The location is fantastic, right in front of the beach and the property has a huge potential. The rooms are very spacious and the gardens are really nice. Food is also good, although it takes forever to prepare (1.5 hrs for a chicken wrap) The staff were great, super friendly and accommodating. However... I would not consider it a hotel as the state of the rooms is very poor, very old and not as clean as you would expect, even for the local standard. We were there for a week and nobody came to clean our room, change the linen, or replenish the toilet paper. Think of a backpackers hostel, only suitable for the more adventurous who do not mind finding suspicious stains on the sheets and towels or walking barefoot and their feet becoming dirty. ##### Barbara Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller May 25, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property has potential but it was dirty and some of it is unkept. The garden are very lovely. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### George May 17, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### It was a very comfortable experience. It was a comfortable experience, and the place was just across the lake. ##### George Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller May 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property is really good. The staff is friendly and helpfull. There is good internet in the hostel. The location is beautiful, near by the beach. The staff help you with activities in the neighbourhood. The food was good (lunch and dinner). The breakfast was also good, but maybe it’s better to do a buffet with more fruits and maybe some chocopaste. Maybe it is also better to have some parking for the cars. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Dirk Apr 12, 2019 Liked: Staff & service ##### Dirk Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Apr 1, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Dorm rooms need mosqueto nets on all beds, not just a couple. Food was ok, not great. Service was excellent though. Friendly and helpful. Great location, quiet and by the beach. The building and gardens were beautiful. Felt like i was at an old colonial home. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Feb 7, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Victor Dec 7, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Enjoyed my stay at Discover Gisenyi. My stay was fantastic. ##### Victor Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Nov 21, 2018 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Amelia Nov 20, 2018 The hostel was well-located, right next to Lake Kivu. I had one of their private cabin rooms and it was very comfortable. The water went out in my room for a couple of hours, but came back again. The staff was helpful. Some of the bar/kitchen staff didn't speak English that well which made ordering difficult sometimes. Overall, I had a pleasant experience. I would suggest that the staff give foreign guests recommendations for where to swim on Lake Kivu. I was surrounded by groups of people who were staring at me, and it wasn't that comfortable. Since people normally come to Gisenyi to visit the lake, I think they could do a better job of helping guests navigate what the lake has to offer. ##### Amelia Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### carine Jul 3, 2018 ##### carine Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Apr 13, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Bonne. Proche de la frontière et vu sur le lac . Petit-déjeuner correct ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Rob, California Apr 5, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Great location, staff, vibe, great value I have been before and I will certainly go back. Right on the beach with very friendly staff, comfortable rooms and grounds. Some of the rooms could use some maintenance attention but everything was clean and comfortable. The staff are very accommodating, helpful, and friendly and I could spend hours in the outdoor sitting area/bar by reception. ##### Rob Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Mar 24, 2018 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Gute Lage, gutes Frühstück +: Frühstück, schöne Lage direkt an der Palmenpromenade, sehr guter Service o: in die Stadt braucht man zu Fuß 15min, mit dem Moto 3min -: etwas veraltete und ein wenig heruntergekommene Einrichtung in den Zimmern, extremst (!) ausgelegene Matratze insgesamt für Low-Budget zu empfehlen. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Theo, Kigali, Rwanda Dec 14, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not worth it. Booked on Expedia, but when we got there they said we had to pay $200 more. Tried to dispute it with Management and he blew me off. Very loud very early in the mornings. Unsafe food. They wash salad greens with untreated water. Staff are friendly, but very unknowledgeable. Unclean. Faulty mosquito nets. Unreliable water. Go somewhere else and be safe! ##### Theo Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bri, Kigali, Rwanda Dec 14, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beware!! We booked a family room with 1 double and 4 single beds, but Expedia would only allow us to book for 2 adults and 2 kids. At the end of our stay they forced us to pay an extra $200 because we have 4 kids!!! HUGE holes in 4 of the mosquitoe nets. 1 net did not fit over the bed and 1 bed had no net at all!!! Not clean. Hot water unreliable. NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY!!! Very noisy by 5am could not sleep beyond that. ##### Bri Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 10, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My stay was terrific! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 3, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant hotel, right on the lake The hotel was nice. Just on the lake. We had lunch there too which was lovely. The staff were pleasant. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Minna Feb 17, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Recommended budget option Great location, good friendly service, in a charming building by the beach. My room was nice, clean and spacious too, with a balcony - excellent! The only minus would be the bed and the bed linen.. having already seen the best days. ##### Minna ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 27, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon Dec 23, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### What a view! This was my first time staying at Discover Rwanda in Gisenyi, and it was a pleasant surprise. The room was very big and had a balcony over the front of the hotel with a view towards Lake Kivu. The staff were excellent and wonderful, very helpful when needed. Breakfast was good and quick. The mattress on my bed was old, and caved in. That's my only complaint. ##### Shannon ### 8/10 Good #### Keita Oct 5, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Convenient and clean Bernard the managager was great! The price of drinks is great! You don't even need to venture out in the evening for your drink! Breakfast included and I had omelets every morning. I'm going there again! ##### Keita ### 8/10 Good #### christof, paris Aug 20, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice quit hotel. walking distance to lake kivu. Cheaper category of hotel but quality still very acceptable. Ideal place to visit gisenyi. ##### christof