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Located in Kigali, a 3-minute walk from Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial, Kigali Serena Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the various facilities of this property are a bar and a spa & wellness center. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and an electric tea pot. At Kigali Serena Hotel you'll find a restaurant serving African, American and Indian cuisine. Dairy-free, kosher and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodations with a sauna and terrace. Niyo Arts Gallery is 3.7 miles from Kigali Serena Hotel, while Kigali Centenary Park is 4.1 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kigali International Airport, 6.8 miles from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.7
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  • Joyce
    Canada Canada
    This is a beautiful hotel with very large and comfortable rooms. Great bathroom. We had a balcony as we were looking over the pool. Breakfast buffet was delicious and dinner buffet was good if you like to eat dinner that way! Comfortable lounge to...
  • Gregory
    Rwanda Rwanda
    The Serena downtown Kigali is a popular hotel in town, and it has a very good reputation for stay-cations. My wife and I decided to try this out for our anniversary, and it was a pleasant stay. We had a nice massage in their spa and poolside...
  • Ann
    Nigeria Nigeria
    Delicious and bountiful buffet. Espresso drinks in addition to coffee/tea etc. Fresh juices.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • The Milima restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Indian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Kosher • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Sokoni Cafe and Bar
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Kigali Serena Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Swahili

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

Kigali Serena Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
$100 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kigali Serena Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

A negative coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check in to this property.

FAQs about Kigali Serena Hotel

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Kigali Serena Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Kigali Serena Hotel on this page.

  • The prices at Kigali Serena Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kigali Serena Hotel is 1,800 feet from the center of Kigali. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kigali Serena Hotel has 2 restaurants:

    • Sokoni Cafe and Bar
    • The Milima restaurant

  • Check-in at Kigali Serena Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Kigali Serena Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live music/Performance
    • Personal trainer
    • Aerobics
    • Locker rooms
    • Beauty services
    • Themed dinners
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Happy hour
    • Facial treatments
    • Swimming pool
    • Waxing services
    • Makeup services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Haircut
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes