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Sawa Sawa Motel

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Gisenyi hotel

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A tropical garden pathway leading to a building with a stone wall and palm trees.
A courtyard with a brick wall, a satellite dish, and various plants including palm trees and shrubs.
A bar area with wooden stools, a stone wall, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A two-story building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a paved courtyard.
A rustic bar area with wooden beams, stone wall, and wooden stools.

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Street, Gisenyi, Gisenyi
  • Place, Université Libre de Kigali
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisenyi Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rwanda Tourism University College
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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A small, simple room with a bed, a wooden bench, and a mosquito net.

Single Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden door, a small table, and a hanging canopy.

Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, one with a floral bedspread and the other with a red floral bedspread.

Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gisenyi

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Gisenyi hotel, you'll find Université Libre de Kigali and Rwanda Tourism University College. Gisenyi Beach and Kivu Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Université Libre de Kigali - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gisenyi Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Rwanda Tourism University College - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Barbcue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt and Pepper Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kivu Resto - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Restaurant And Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DJO’s bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Sawa Sawa Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Gisenyi hotel
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Sawa Sawa Motel also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This Gisenyi hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Sawa Sawa Motel offers 19 accommodations with complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Gisenyi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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  • Parking included
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Total with taxes and fees
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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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sawa Sawa Motel

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sawa Sawa Motel to the airport?

Sawa Sawa Motel is 101.8 mi (241-min drive) away from the Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sawa Sawa Motel?

As of Sep 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sawa Sawa Motel on Sep 14, 2026 start from $33, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Sawa Sawa Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sawa Sawa Motel.

How close is Sawa Sawa Motel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (6-min drive) from Gisenyi Beach.

Does Sawa Sawa Motel offer free breakfast?

Sawa Sawa Motel offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sawa Sawa Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sawa Sawa Motel?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sawa Sawa Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sawa Sawa Motel have a pool?

Sawa Sawa Motel does not have a pool.

Does Sawa Sawa Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sawa Sawa Motel to downtown Gisenyi?

Sawa Sawa Motel is 0.4 mi away from Gisa.

Sawa Sawa Motel Reviews

Reviews

2.0
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 2 reviews

2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I informed you that they declined my check in and i am waiting for my refund.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019