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Karisimbi Hotel

3.0 star property
Belle Époque hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

Photo gallery for Karisimbi Hotel

Front of property
View from room
Lobby sitting area
Food court
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
KN41 Street, Kiyovu, Kigali, 3960
  • Union Trade Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Mambas Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kigali Business Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room | Living room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 125 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room | View from room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 125 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 128 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kigali

At Karisimbi Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Union Trade Center and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Ntarama Church. Highlights at this Belle Époque hotel include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-service breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free wired Internet in public areas, a free manager's reception and a children's swimming pool. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 3-property class Kigali hotel, you'll find Kigali Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Nyamirambo Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Kigali Heights - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kigali Convention Centre - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • University of Kigali - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • BK Arena - 11 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Republika Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪DownTown - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Makfast - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Motel Héllenique - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Karisimbi Hotel

Belle Époque hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
Karisimbi Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free wired Internet.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Karisimbi Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Belle Époque Kigali hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 2011
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Karisimbi Hotel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Kigali hotel provides wired and wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 2,000 per stay); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (USD 1,500 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 9998 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10000.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 2000 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: USD 5000 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 1500 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10000.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 9998 per day
  • Laundry fee: USD 7000 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 100150433

Property is also known as

Karisimbi Hotel Kigali
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Karisimbi Hotel?

Karisimbi Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Karisimbi Hotel?

Yep, Karisimbi Hotel has a secured uncovered self car park for USD 1500 per night.

Does Karisimbi Hotel have a pool?

Karisimbi Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Karisimbi Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Karisimbi Hotel.

Is Karisimbi Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Karisimbi Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Karisimbi Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free self-service brekkie is served daily from 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karisimbi Hotel?

No, Karisimbi Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Karisimbi Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Karisimbi Hotel?

Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Karisimbi Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Karisimbi Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great shower
The staff were lovely but the hotel was showing its age and the carpets all smelled like they needed a really good clean - the air freshener sticks were not doing a good job of hiding it. The pool was out of action but the breakfast was fairly good. My room though was huge, the bed comfortable and likewise on the big side, and the shower was really really good - hot water and great pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good...with some areas for improvement
This hotel is a basic 3 star property, ideally located just a stone’s throw from the downtown core. It is within walking distance of several restaurants. Wifi was reasonable and the rooms are well appointed with antique furnishings. The breakfast needs improvement - I was disappointed that they did not offer a buffet. The CityBlue hotel just a block away has one of the best buffets in the city with rooftop views, and it is CHEAPER than this hotel. So, the hotel should rethink their breakfast. The rooms are quite hot and stuffy, so make sure you get a room with air conditioning. That said, the A/C is only moderately effective, because the rooms have permanently open screened windows (I could not close them). Service, however, is wonderful. The staff do try to go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and at home!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an amazing time at Karisimbi! Had a some slight confusion at check in and the front desk manager, Roger, was incredibly kind and gave us an upgrade. The rooms were very luxurious and big and an interesting mix of old styles and modern technology. The breakfast was very tasty and the waitress who served us every morning was so friendly and helpful. I would stay here again no doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved Hotel Karasimbi!
The chef is fantastic, the staff is very sweet and solicitous, everything was wonderful!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
East Africa Tour
Really nice stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. Hotel not "downtown" but not a problem for us. It's a nice area with a few bars and restaurants (e.g. The Bistro and Sky Lounge).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

D-Rock, Nairobi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cost Effective Bed for a Night
Generally had no issues although the A/C didn't really cool the room. The room had direct vents to the outside that could not be closed, and it was facing a somewhat busy street, making the room a bit noisy and also limiting the effect of the A/C. The room did not have a desk to work at.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

eirik

Nice place to stay
Karisimbi is good value for Money. Big and comfortable room. Centrally located in lovely Kigali. They have an ok restaurant in the house. Breakfast good. I would stay there again. The pool was closed for works, but that is probably ok again already.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel avec un prix raisonable.
Agréable séjour.

8/10 Good

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
ok but not more

8/10 Good

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Good hotel