Offering garden views, COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi in Gisenyi features accommodations, a garden, a bar, and a shared lounge. This guest house provides free private parking and full-day security. The guest house offers a restaurant serving African cuisine, as well as free Wifi throughout the property. At the guest house, the units come with a wardrobe. The rooms come with a private bathroom with slippers, while some rooms come with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. Vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast options with local specialities, pancakes, and fruit are available every morning at the guest house. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Bike rental and car rental are available at COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. An indoor play area is also available at the accommodation, while guests can also relax on the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Goma International, 2.5 miles from COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.5
High score for Gisenyi
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  • Anarchytravel
    United States of America United States of America
    Colibri Taverne is a budget guesthouse located within walking distance (with a small bag or backpack) of the Rwanda/DRC border and the new Gisenyi bus station. The town's best lakeside restaurants are just a short mototaxi ride away. The owner...
  • Eta
    Democratic Republic of the Congo Democratic Republic of the Congo
    A very affordable and neat place to stay while in Gisenyi. The host and his staff are very welcoming, flexible and open to feedback. We liked the compound's large garden where one can sit outside, enjoy the sun and have drinks. The breakfast is...
  • Jon
    North Macedonia North Macedonia
    The welcoming and the will of the staff to always help. The value for the money is exceptional. The food they were preparing was amazing with very reasonable price

Managed by COLIBRI TAVERN & GUESTHOUSE

Company review score: 9.6Based on 173 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Welcome to our home! We're thrilled to have you and show you around our city/region. We're a team passionate about hospitality and love providing our guests with a unique experience. We hope you enjoy your stay with us as much as we enjoyed hosting you. We're foodies/hiking enthusiasts/music fans, etc. If you're looking for recommendations or tips to make the most of your stay, don't hesitate to ask! We know that travel can be stressful, but we're here to help you relax and enjoy your time here. If you need anything, don't hesitate to reach out. We're looking forward to meeting you in person and sharing our passions and interests with you. We hope you have an unforgettable stay with us.

Property info

Welcome to our charming and peaceful guesthouses, just a 10-minute walk from the beautiful Lake Kivu. Let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Our accommodations provide a true haven where you can relax and unwind. COLIBRI GUESTHOUSES also offers villa accommodations with 6 or 3 bedrooms in Gisenyi, so you can experience our hospitality in different types of accommodations. Our fast internet connection will keep you in touch with your loved ones and allow you to easily share your special moments. Immerse yourself in a friendly atmosphere and enjoy the ideal setting to explore local shops, welcoming restaurants, and vibrant bars. You will have the opportunity to fully embrace the atmosphere of the region. We are looking forward to welcoming you to our home away from home. Let us take care of you and provide an unforgettable experience.

Neighborhood info

Description of the district: Residential Getting around: Walking, Moto Taxi, Taxi 10 minutes walk from the lake and its beautiful promenade.

Languages Spoken

English,French

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • COLIBRI TAVERN
    • Cuisine
      African • French • Italian • Mediterranean

Amenities of COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Playground
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Car rental
    • Interconnecting room(s) available
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French

    House rules

    COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 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.

    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

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

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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

    Please inform COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi 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.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    FAQs about COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi

    • COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Game room
      • Bar crawls
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Walking tours

    • Guests staying at COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free

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

    • COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi is 2,800 feet from the center of Gisenyi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi has 1 restaurant:

      • COLIBRI TAVERN

    • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi include:

      • Double
      • Villa

    • Check-in at COLIBRI TAVERNE Gisenyi is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.