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Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake

3.5 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

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Rutsiro district, Boneza sector, Boneza, Province de l'Ouest, 9999
  • Place, Parc National des Virunga
  • Place, Gisenyi Beach
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Rwanda Tourism University College
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goma (GOM)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Suite

  • Lake view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Bay view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Bay view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Buhongo

A family-friendly stay in Boneza awaits you at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake. You'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Kivu Lake and 48.8 km (30.3 mi) from Gisenyi Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool along with access to boat tours and ecotours. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the region of this 3.5-property class Boneza hotel you'll find Parc National des Virunga.

What's nearby

  • Nyamyumba Hot Springs - 53 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Les Chutes de Ndaba - 56 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Gisenyi Beach - 58 min drive - 51.4 km
  • Rwanda Tourism University College - 60 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Université Libre de Kigali - 61 min drive - 52.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Onze Eettafel - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sandy beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake such as 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 bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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 (45 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Roll-in shower (90 centimetre 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 (75 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Electric bike charging
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all 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

Is parking available at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

Yep, Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake has a free self car park and free extended parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

As of 15 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake on 16 Feb 2026 start from AU$188.79, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

The closest beach to Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake is Gisenyi Beach (23.6 km).

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake have a pool?

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

What makes Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and couples dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake.

Is Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and free supervised childcare, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake is a hit with families.

Does Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is served on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

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

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake?

Dogs are welcome at Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake, with food and water bowls on offer.

Umutuzo Lodge Kivu Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is lovely. Perched on the hillside, you feel like you’re on top of the world every day at breakfast with panoramic view of Lake Kivu. Our cabin was the closest to the lake which offered us unobstructed views from our patio which was the perfect spot to read or watch an incoming rain storm. It was a bit more of a hike uphill to breakfast and dinner but it was worth it. Plus we were also closer to the pool which was really one of the deciding factors why we picked Umutozo. You also have to take an outdoor shower while you’re there! Food was tasty and very fresh, we said hi to the on-site animals a couple of times. We enjoyed chatting with other guests and the owner Philippe at meal times. The staff was also great including Olivier who took us on our excursion to Napoleon Island and was very engaging to talk to on the boat ride there. I do recommend having a 4wd vehicle since there is a substantial amount of driving on unpaved roads required to reach the property. Very much enjoyed our time spent here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Travelled 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

Travelled 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