Title: Hakuna Matata Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hakuna Matata Lodge Guests relax on the terrace amidst lush greenery, enjoying delicious meals at the restaurant or sipping drinks from the bar during their stay ## Photo gallery for Hakuna Matata Lodge ![Garden - Hakuna Matata Lodge (Gisenyi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/a3f47d94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hakuna Matata Lodge (Gisenyi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/d9d5b7bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, free wired Internet - Hakuna Matata Lodge (Gisenyi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/0a45f64a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hakuna Matata Lodge (Gisenyi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/445780cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Hakuna Matata Lodge (Gisenyi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/3588070e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hakuna Matata Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with a peaceful garden and BBQ grills. Enjoy WiFi in public areas, a restaurant, bar, and convenient dry cleaning and laundry services. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry room - Room service - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 19 - Dec 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 20 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=21634862&PinnedHotelID=21634862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Apartment ![Desk, free wired Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/89f0da5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment ### Highlights TV 3 bedrooms Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Living room Desk - 377 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 3 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Standard Single Room ![Desk, free wired Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/89f0da5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights TV Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Desk, free wired Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/89f0da5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room ### Highlights TV Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Desk, free wired Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/89f0da5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights TV Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Standard Triple Room | Desk, free wired Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21640000/21634900/21634862/6779424d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights TV Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Daily housekeeping Desk - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), free newspapers and luggage storage - Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Hakuna Matata Lodge include amenities, such as free Internet and free newspapers, in addition to free bottled water and room service. 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Available in all rooms: Free wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Room service ### More - Desk - Free daily newspapers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Hakuna Matata Lodge Gisenyi Hakuna Matata Gisenyi Hakuna Matata Lodge Hotel Hakuna Matata Lodge Gisenyi Hakuna Matata Lodge Hotel Gisenyi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hakuna Matata Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hakuna Matata Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Hakuna Matata Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Hakuna Matata Lodge? ### Does Hakuna Matata Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hakuna Matata Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hakuna Matata Lodge Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ### 2.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bernd 3 Jul 2018 Disliked: Staff & service #### Total Disaster Total Disaster When we arrived after a 4 hour drive, they pretended to to be aware of our booking. There was a wedding going on and I believe that was the reason why they kicked out all "ordinary" bookings. The staff was extremely unfriendly and rude. They said this is not their problem and kicked us out, not even thinking about apologizing or even offer to help us finding alternative accommodation.... Unfortunately, based on this experience, I can only advise everybody to avoid this place. ##### Bernd Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Spa Hotels in Province of Pisa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Province-Of-Pisa-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d6046818-tSpaHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Oz Hotels SUI - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanya-Hotels-Oz-Hotels-SUI-All-Inclusive.h13317945.Hotel-Information) > > [Nativo Hotel Ibiza](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Eulalia-Del-Rio-Hotels-Nativo-Hotel-Ibiza.h58007150.Hotel-Information) > > [The Barns Country Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Retford-Hotels-The-Barns-Country-Guesthouse.h35796548.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Aberdeen-Hotel-Spa.h28824407.Hotel-Information) > > [The Keadeen Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newbridge-Hotels-The-Keadeen-Hotel.h108216.Hotel-Information) > > [ Hotel Cala d'or Playa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santanyi-Hotels-Apartamentos-Cala-DOr-Playa.h4491283.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Trelawny](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Trelawny-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d6159629-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hyde Park Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hyde-Park-Boutique-Hotel.h11899766.Hotel-Information) > > [Charnock Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leyland-Hotels-Charnock-Farm.h23294911.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Hotels near Lake Geneva](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Geneva-Hotels-Lakeside-Hotel.0-0-d6052366-tlakesidehotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Kaleiçi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaleici-Antalya-Hotels.0-n6175694-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Rooms at the Nook](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holmfirth-Hotels-The-Rooms-At-The-Nook.h8347208.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Breakfast in Porto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Hotel-With-Breakfast.0-0-d603077-thotelwithbreakfast.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Vientiane (VTE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/vte/london-to-vientiane) > > [Flights from Derby (EMA) to Gothenburg (GOT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ema/got/east-midlands-to-gothenburg) ### Cars > [Car hire in Fish Hoek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Fish-Hoek.d6051415.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Car hire in Cumbernauld](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cumbernauld.d6130006.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Car hire near Lago Taurito Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lago-Taurito-Water-Park.d6332849.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Martinstor Gate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Martinstor-Gate-Freiburg-im-Breisgau.d6164951.Attraction) > > [Fátima Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fatima.d11100.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### Holiday Rentals > [Liverpool Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Holiday-Rentals.d6046241.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General ---