International flavors await at the on-site restaurant where attentive staff pamper guests before they spend the day lounging by one of two inviting pools
The Karisimbi Hotel in a vibrant neighborhood offers daily manager's receptions for a welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy self-serve breakfast, international cuisine at the restaurant, a poolside bar, multilingual staff, and lobby coffee service.
Kigali is home to Karisimbi Hotel. Ntarama Church and Presidential Palace Museum are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Union Trade Center and Gikondo Market. Niyo Arts Center and Inema Art Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Kigali travel guide
3960, Kigali, KN41 Street, Kiyovu
What's nearby
Union Trade Center
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mambas Club
3 min drive - 1.5 km
Ntarama Church
3 min drive - 2.3 km
Kandt House Museum of Natural History
3 min drive - 2.7 km
Gikondo Market
3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.)
24 min drive
Restaurants
Hotel des Milles Collines
14 min walk
Question Coffee
8 min walk
Kigali Pan-African Kitchen
19 min walk
Boho
5 min drive
Kivu Noir Café
5 min drive
About this property
Karisimbi Hotel
Property highlights
Consider a stay at Karisimbi Hotel and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool
Self parking (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
2 meeting rooms, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
Free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Karisimbi Hotel include comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 2,000 per stay); wired internet (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Free wired internet
Parking and transportation
Secured, uncovered self 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
Crib (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
More
3 buildings
3 floors
Belle Époque architecture
Built in 2011
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Crib (surcharge)
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathrobes
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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 9998 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10000.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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-authorize 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
Property Registration Number 100150433
Property is also known as
Karisimbi Hotel Kigali
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karisimbi Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Karisimbi Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 1500 per night.
What time is check-in at Karisimbi Hotel?
Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Karisimbi Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:30 AM.
Where is Karisimbi Hotel located?
Situated in Kigali, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Union Trade Center, Kandt House Museum of Natural History, and Ntarama Church. Gikondo Market and Club Rafiki are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Karisimbi Hotel Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Dec 9, 2019
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.
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!
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
eirik
Sep 13, 2018
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.
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.
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).
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.