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Sambora Kinigi

2.5 star property
All-inclusive lodge with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Comfort Room
Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room
Coffee service
Lobby lounge
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • All-inclusiveAll-inclusiveAll-inclusive

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Kinigi, Kinigi, Northern Province
  • Popular LocationEllen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund6 min walk
  • Popular LocationVolcanoes National Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMgahinga Gorilla National Park55 min drive
  • AirportGisenyi (GYI)115 min drive
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Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kinigi

Located in Kinigi, Sambora Kinigi is in the mountains and in a national park. Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Red Rocks Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Dian Fossey Grave and Parc National des Virunga. Volcanoes National Park and Mount Bisoke are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund - 6 min walk
  • Red Rocks Arts Centre - 2 min drive
  • Volcanoes National Park - 8 min drive
  • Mount Bisoke - 18 min drive
  • Mgahinga Gorilla National Park - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • House of Beer - 12 min drive
  • Garden City Pub - 13 min drive
  • La Strada Muze-Neza - 13 min drive

About this property

Sambora Kinigi

All-inclusive lodge near Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Located close to Red Rocks Arts Centre and Volcanoes National Park, Sambora Kinigi provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a firepit. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this lodge. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a nature reserve and multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture, a porter/bellboy and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Sambora Kinigi feature comforts, such as premium bedding and dressing gowns, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 30.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.0 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Sambora Kinigi Lodge
Gorilla Luxury Lodge
Sambora Kinigi Kinigi
Sambora Kinigi Lodge Kinigi

Frequently asked questions

Is Sambora Kinigi pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sambora Kinigi?

As of 13 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sambora Kinigi on 14 May 2024 start from NZ$954.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sambora Kinigi?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sambora Kinigi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sambora Kinigi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Sambora Kinigi?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Sambora Kinigi located?

Situated in a national park, this all-inclusive lodge is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Red Rocks Arts Centre. Volcanoes National Park and Mount Bisoke are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Sambora Kinigi Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 3 nights in mid April. First, do not let the rainy season deter you. The rains did come in the late afternoons and the trekking was a little muddy, but I think it is likely the best time to gorilla trek and/or look for the golden monkeys. Everything is lush and green, no crowds and a discounted price. In terms of the lodge, we cannot give enough praise. The lodge itself and the rooms are beautiful and absolutely wonderful. WiFi was available in the main area and in our room. The staff is kind, welcoming and attentive to every detail. All meals were absolutely wonderful. We were surprised by daily massages being included, and they were extremely appreciated after all the walking. Upon our return from daily activities, staff cleaned our hiking boots until they looked better than new. Every afternoon and evening, a blazing fire greeted us in our room and at night, warm water bottles were delivered to keep us cozy. Book without hesitation, you will be delighted with your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly & willing to assist to make our stay as pleasant as possible. They're quick to respond to requests. The chef in particular would come up with drinks & snacks as we returned from a full day of activities. The rooms were private & the grounds were naturally lush. Keep up the good work!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You Can't Beat the Service Here
Chris and the entire team at Sambora are the best thing about this property. They are all professional, friendly and attentive. The property is a quaint, gated 4 room lodge within a 15 minute drive of Volcanoes National Park and a 3 minute drive to the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Campus. Meals and alcohol are included in the rate. Food portion sizes are huge and the food is excellent. My only recommendation is that the new management company invests in some room upgrades. At this price point, all rooms should have an heater given the property is at altitude in the mountains. The rooms have a fireplace and VERY small A/C in the bathroom, but my room got uncomfortably cold at night which caused me to have to sleep in several layers. The staff went out of their way to provide me with a warm water bottle and relight my fireplace before bed, but the room was still freezing. Otherwise, my room was spacious and I appreciate that they use local bath products that benefit Rwandan children. Thank you for the great stay, Chris and team!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023