See all properties

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Kivu Lake

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake

Outdoor dining
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
Rutsiro district, Boneza sector, Boneza, Province de l'Ouest, 9999
  • Place, Gisenyi Beach
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Rwanda Tourism University College
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Place, Université Libre de Kigali
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goma (GOM)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • 355 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • 355 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • 355 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Buhongo

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kivu Lake and 32 miles (52 km) of Gisenyi Beach. Parc National des Virunga is also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 53 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Les Chutes de Ndaba - 56 min drive - 31.0 miles
  • Gisenyi Beach - 58 min drive - 31.9 miles
  • Rwanda Tourism University College - 60 min drive - 32.9 miles
  • Université Libre de Kigali - 61 min drive - 32.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Onze Eettafel - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Kivu Lake
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake like an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Free breakfast is available daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Boneza hotel.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2022
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake offers 2 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

Exterior
Rwiza Village
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 43 reviews
Rwiza Village

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Musical instrument
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height bed (18 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Roll-in shower (35 inches wide)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property is also known as

Umutuzo lodge
Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake Hotel
Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake Boneza
Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake Hotel Boneza

Frequently asked questions

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake.

How close is Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake offer free breakfast?

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake have a pool?

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake to downtown Boneza?

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake is 1.2 mi away from Buhongo.

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is an absolutely beautiful, serene place to stay, you are fully immersed in nature. The lodges are so comfortable and stylish, we slept so well. The food was absolutely delicious. The customer service was excellent. The rooms were spotless, with fabulous lake views. The swimming pool was clean and welcoming in the heat. Lots of activities on offer, you are really cared for.
Pool at the lodge
Lodge
Lake Kivu
View from lidges
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRIFFIN JOSE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Zimmer/Häuser sind riesig, auch Familien haben mehr als genug Platz. Highlight ist die Außendusche, vor allem und gerade auch bei schlechterem Wetter. Der Blick über den See, herrlich. Toll fanden wir auch, dass man das Essen an einer langen Tafel einnimmt und so Menschen aus aller Welt kennenlernt. Philippe ist ein toller Gastgeber, der uns viele tolle Tipps für unsere weitere Reise durch Ruanda gegeben hat. Die Tageswanderung mit Philippe als Guide durch die umliegenden Dörfer mit anschließender Bootsfahrt zurück zur Lodge fanden wir wir ganz besonders toll.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarisse

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magnifique hotel

Magnifique hôtel avec une vue imprenable sur le lac Kivu. Le lodge est splendide et Eric et Philippe ont été tres accueillants et serviables pendant notre sejour. Je recommande très vivement.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024