Beachfront hotels in Rwanda

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Rwanda. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Musanto Hotel Gisenyi, Rwanda

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Musanto Hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Gisenyi and has a garden, shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at Musanto Hotel also boast a city view. At the accommodation rooms have a desk and a flat-screen TV. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Bike hire and car hire are available at Musanto Hotel and the area is popular for fishing and cycling. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $75.

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• 2 My Hill Eco Lodge Ruhengeri, Rwanda

  

  Hotel. My Hill Eco Lodge features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Ruhengeri. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, every room includes a desk and a balcony with a mountain view. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at My Hill Eco Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ruhengeri, like cycling. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $257.

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• 3 Lake Kivu Serena Hotel Gisenyi, Rwanda

  

  Hotel. Lake Kivu Serena Hotel is located just 3 km from the centre of Gisenyi. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and an on-site bar. Free WiFi is available in the rooms and each room comes equipped with a satellite TV, a kettle and private bathroom. Certain units include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Guests can enjoy a meal at the hotel's restaurant and enjoy a drink at the bar. There is a 24-hour front desk and airport transfers can be arranged upon request at a charge. The shores of Lake Kivu is 100 metres from the hotel, while the Kigali International Airport is 160 km away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $326.

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• 4 Kivu Paradis Resort Nyamyumba, Rwanda

  

  Hotel. Kivu Paradis Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Nyamyumba. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Speaking Afrikaans, English, French and Swahili, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $234.

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• 5 Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel Gisenyi, Rwanda

  

  Hotel. Located within 2.5 km of Lake Kivu, Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel offers accommodation in Gisenyi. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel feature a satellite TV and a seating area. The private bathrooms have a bath or shower, and a bathrobe, hairdryer and slippers are provided for your convenience. Some rooms offer a dining area, kitchenette and air conditioning. There is a restaurant and a bar at Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel, or guests can relax in the shared lounge/TV area. Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel features a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The hotel can also arrange car hire and there is free parking available on site. The Petite Barrière border crossing to Goma is 1 km from Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel and Gisenyi Airport is within 2.5 km. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 6.5, rooms from around $235.

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• 6 Paradise Malahide Gisenyi, Rwanda

  

  Hotel. Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Paradis Malahide offers pet-friendly accommodation in Gisenyi. Free private parking is available on site. Some rooms include views of the mountain or lake. Rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Guests can enjoy buffet or à la carte meals at the on-site restaurant. Special diet menus are available on request. You will find a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. There is free evening entertainment featured at the property. Brasserie et Limonaderie du Rwanda is 1.4 km from Paradis Malahide, while Gakoni Market is 800 metres from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around $147.

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• 7 Spa Shallum Kibuye, Rwanda

  

  Bed and Breakfast. 38 km from Mukura Forest Reserve in Kibuye, Spa Shallum offers accommodation with access to spa facilities, wellness packages and beauty services. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Some units include a terrace and/or a patio with lake views and an outdoor dining area. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with a private bathroom. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $70.

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• 8 Hakuna Matata Lodge Gisenyi, Rwanda

  

  Lodge. Set in Gisenyi, Hakuna Matata Lodge offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a private beach area and a shared lounge. Some accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with bidet. At the lodge you will find a restaurant serving American and French cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and kosher options can also be requested. Hakuna Matata Lodge offers a children's playground. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $160.

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• 9 Maman home apartment Gisenyi, Rwanda

  Apartment. Facing the seafront in Gisenyi, maman home apartment has a terrace. This apartment features a garden and free private parking. Certain units in the apartment complex have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. With a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the apartment complex, some units are fitted with a kettle and wine or champagne. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in June 2026. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!