[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hakuna Matata Lodge Guests relax on the terrace amidst lush greenery, enjoying delicious meals at the restaurant or sipping drinks from the bar during their stay ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/3588070e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/50285cc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/14313d3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/c7193def.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/a3f47d94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hakuna Matata Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with a peaceful garden and BBQ grills. 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Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage - Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Hakuna Matata Lodge have amenities such as free internet and free newspapers, in addition to free bottled water and room service. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2390000/2384400/2384396/5f00c31c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Gisenyi - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 92 reviews CA $206 CA $253 total includes taxes & fees Nov 13 - Nov 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=2384396&PinnedHotelID=2384396&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Room service ### More - Desk - Free daily newspapers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM 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 This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Hakuna Matata Lodge Gisenyi Hakuna Matata Gisenyi Hakuna Matata Lodge Hotel Hakuna Matata Lodge Gisenyi Hakuna Matata Lodge Hotel Gisenyi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hakuna Matata Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hakuna Matata Lodge? > This hotel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Hakuna Matata Lodge? > Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Hakuna Matata Lodge? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Hakuna Matata Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Hakuna Matata Lodge located? > Situated in Gisenyi, this beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gisenyi Beach and Rwanda Tourism University College. Université Libre de Kigali is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hakuna Matata Lodge 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) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ### 2.0/10 Staff & service ### 6.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bernd Jul 3, 2018 Disliked: Staff & service #### Total Disaster Total Disaster When we arrived after a 4 hour drive, they pretended to to be aware of our booking. There was a wedding going on and I believe that was the reason why they kicked out all "ordinary" bookings. The staff was extremely unfriendly and rude. They said this is not their problem and kicked us out, not even thinking about apologizing or even offer to help us finding alternative accommodation.... Unfortunately, based on this experience, I can only advise everybody to avoid this place. ##### Bernd Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Grand Hotel Nanaimo](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanaimo-Hotels-The-Grand-Hotel-Nanaimo.h13424185.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Hurricane](https://www.expedia.ca/Hurricane-Hotels.d8177.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Paris](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels.d179898.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Novotel London West](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Novotel-London-West.h17246.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Rialto](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Hotel-Rialto.h3007314.Hotel-Information) > > [Moon Palace The Grand Cancun - All-inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-The-Grand-At-Moon-Palace-All-Inclusive.h15194504.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels.d180016.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Kimpton Da an Taipei by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Taipei-Hotels-Kimpton-Da-An-Taipei.h23394208.Hotel-Information) > > [Accra Beach Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Rockley-Hotels-Accra-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h425080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels.d180002.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Maui](https://www.expedia.ca/Maui-Hotels.d180073.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Shippagan](https://www.expedia.ca/Shippagan-Hotels.d6353612.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hilton Los Angeles Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Hilton-Los-Angeles-Airport.h5907.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dorchester](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorchester-Hotels.d6353336.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to Colorado Springs (COS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxx/cos/abbotsford-to-colorado-springs) > > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/yvr/seattle-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Sidney (YYJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yyj/edmonton-to-victoria) > > [WestJet](https://www.expedia.ca/WestJet-Flights.cWS.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Entebbe (EBB) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ebb/yeg/entebbe-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Dubai (SHJ) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/shj/dxb/sharjah-to-dubai) > > [SriLankan Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/SriLankan-Airlines-Flights.cUL.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Madison (MSN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mex/msn/mexico-city-to-madison) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Plaine Magnien (MRU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cdg/mru/paris-to-mahebourg) > > [Flights from Vancouver Intl. to YTO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yto/vancouver-to-toronto) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Las-Vegas.d178276.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) ### General > [Visit Minato](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Minato.dx6231413) > > [Visit Coober Pedy](https://www.expedia.ca/Coober-Pedy.dx904)