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Rushel Kivu Lodge

2.5 star property
Beach hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Restaurant
Luxury Tent | Balcony
Luxury Tent

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Explore the area

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Kinunu, Rutsiro District, Boneza, Western Province
  • Place, Gisenyi Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Rwanda Tourism University College
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Université Libre de Kigali
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goma (GOM)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Wardrobe
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Tent

Standard Tent

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite | Living area

Executive Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Basic Tent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Wardrobe
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Digital channels
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Buhongo

At Rushel Kivu Lodge, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Kivu Lake. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or beach bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find umbrellas and volleyball. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights in the vicinity of this Boneza hotel include Nyamyumba Hot Springs and Museum of Environment.

What's nearby

  • Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 50 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Les Chutes de Ndaba - 54 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Gisenyi Beach - 56 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Rwanda Tourism University College - 58 min drive - 51.7 km
  • Université Libre de Kigali - 58 min drive - 51.7 km

About this property

Rushel Kivu Lodge

Beach hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Rushel Kivu Lodge also features coffee/tea in common area and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Boneza hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Rushel Kivu Lodge offers 15 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. This Boneza hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle tours
  • Fishing
  • Kayak

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • No lift
  • Phone accessibility kit

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Rushel Kivu Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for RWF 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: RWF 40.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Rushel Kivu Lodge Hotel
Rushel Kivu Lodge Boneza
Rushel Kivu Lodge Hotel Boneza

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

Rushel Kivu Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rushel Kivu Lodge on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$111.65, 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.

Is parking available at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

Yep, Rushel Kivu Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Rushel Kivu Lodge?

The closest beach to Rushel Kivu Lodge is Gisenyi Beach (22.6 km).

What makes Rushel Kivu Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rushel Kivu Lodge.

Does Rushel Kivu Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

No, Rushel Kivu Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rushel Kivu Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.