--- title: "Kigali Serena Hotel, Kigali: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Kigali Serena Hotel in Kigali: rated 9.0 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/kigali-serena-hotel-kigali/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Hotel · ★★★★★ · Serena Hotels # Kigali Serena Hotel Kimisagara, Kigali, Rwanda 9.0 · Excellent 79 reviews · #1 #1 of 25 in Kigali · 3.5 Location score ## About Kigali Serena Hotel Kigali Serena Hotel is a hotel in Kimisagara, Kigali, Rwanda. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 79 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, gym, airport transfer, free parking. It is 3.9 km from the centre of Kigali. The nearest airport, Kigali International Airport (KGL), is 8.7 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 12:00 - **Check-out until:** 12:00 - **Rooms:** 148 - **Chain:** Serena Hotels - **Other stays within 500 m:** 10 P.O BOX 7469, Kigali, Rwanda [serenahotels.com](http://www.serenahotels.com/serenakigali/) ## How Kigali Serena Hotel scores Better rated than 98% of hotels in Kigali - Guest rating **9.0** - Location **3.5** - Facilities **9.2** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **10.0** Kigali average ## Amenities Swimming poolSpaBarGymAirport transferFree parkingFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Spa - Sauna - Steam room - Hot tub - Massage - Gym ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar - 24-hour room service ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Airport transfer - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Kitchen - In-room safe Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.5**/10 - **Walk grade:** **36**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **5** - **Sights within 1 km:** **3**
Nearest airportKigali International Airport (KGL)8.7 km20 min drive
Distance to the centreKigali3.9 km9 min drive
### Sights nearby - Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, Kigali, Rwanda70 m - Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial210 m - Nyungwe cultural village220 m - Kigali Memorial Center1.0 km - New Horizon Africa Safaris1.4 km - Inteko y'Umuco Rwanda1.4 km ## Kigali Serena Hotel: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Kigali Serena Hotel. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the hotel's airport transfer services. Car hire offerings at the hotel enhance the ease of discovering Kigali. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. In search of city's top entertainment, seek assistance at the hotel's ticket service and tours for reservations. At the hotel, utilize the on-site laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service to maintain your beloved travel attire fresh, allowing you to bring fewer clothes. Craving relaxation? Make the most of your stay at the Kigali Serena Hotel with convenient amenities like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping at your disposal. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at Kigali Serena Hotel. Begin your day feeling refreshed and invigorated as you enjoy a delightful cup of quality coffee available at the cafe situated within the hotel. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel's bar. Do you excel in cooking? Prepare your personal dishes on-site at hotel's BBQ facilities and shared kitchen. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Conclude your holiday perfectly with a visit to massage, hot tub, salon, steam room, spa and sauna on your final days. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay. At Kigali Serena Hotel, utmost care is taken to ensure guests' comfort. Relish your preferred beverage in your swimwear by the hotel's poolside bar. Discover the fitness amenities at hotel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway. ### Compare ## Compare Kigali Serena Hotel with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Kigali Serena Hotel has a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 79 reviews, which is better than 98% of rated hotels in Kigali. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Kigali Serena Hotel? Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 12:00. ### Does Kigali Serena Hotel include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Kigali Serena Hotel have a pool? Yes, Kigali Serena Hotel has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Kigali Serena Hotel? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Kigali Serena Hotel from the airport? The nearest airport, Kigali International Airport (KGL), is 8.7 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Kigali Serena Hotel have? Kigali Serena Hotel has 148 rooms. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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