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Umobano Hotel

3.5 of 5
Boulevard de l'Umuganda, Kigali 30004, Rwanda (Formerly LAICO Umubano Hotel)
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toronto
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19 reviews 19 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

Dont expect much at this hotel for what you pay but looking at other reviews and other hotels its acceptable if we look at the grounds and spend lots of time by the pool area or restaurant. Room has no A/C and it does get quite hot. First night my room was infested with mosquitos which I think were coming... More

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Porto Alegre, RS
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

I stayed in Umobano hotel several times from 2008 to 2010. During this period, it changed from chain from Novotel to Laiko, but most people still know it as Novotel. The hotel is indeed calm and relaxing, specially by the swimming pool. I liked a lot to do meetings over there and drink coffee from Rwanda. There was a nice... More

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Mumbai
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34 reviews 34 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

I recently stayed at the Hotel (on a business visit). The room was good, service friendly and I had a pleasant stay at the Hotel. The good things - my room was clean, had a great view overlooking swimming pool and had most of of the required basic amenities. I think the hotel still can improve by better maintaing the... More

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Usa River
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

I stayed here for a couple of nights and generally enjoyed the atmosphere of the hotel. It is due for an internal refurbishment but everything worked and the the staff were happy to help when I had a problem with the safe not closing (needed a new battery which was fixed immediately). The gardens are delightful and the pool was... More

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Altrincham, United Kingdom
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

I notice a variety of reviews on the site about the Umubano. This is one in its favour. I am a very well-traveled international consultant from UK who has exacting standards of room cleanliness, peace and tranquility, healthy food, working systems (e.g. internet) and staff attitude (but do not use the hotel phones for international calls...but there are numerous ways... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

I stayed in this hotel for a week in November 2012, the hotel forgot to pick me up at the airport and after making my way to the hotel at midnight the receoption staff were a tad undertrained and unapologetic. Barring that I did enjoy my stay, the hotel is definately oldworld and due for interior renovations but it has... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

Stayed here for more than 3 weeks on a work trip. Everything works - including a reliable and free internet. It is a hub for conferences , FIFA , regional faith based organisation, so it obviously works for them as well.

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Winchester, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

This is not a hotel, its a detention cente trying its hardest to make money. My room was infested with mosquitos, the wardrobe was clearly their base of operations, the incessant droning kept me up all night pinned under my sheets in mortal fear. My room had a post apolocalyptic feel to it, spacious but sparsely furnished with a ripped... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

My experience of this hotel has been as a day guest only. When I am in Kigali (approximately twice a year) I always make time on my schedule to spend an afternoon having lunch with friends in the garden restaurant, followed by a swim and sunbathing. The restaurant has a good a la carte menu, but it also does an... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012

The fastest airport pickup I have received in months. You get a fresh juice served 2 minutes after you step into the lobby. Really loved the service, Internet and bus service. Food side, I was surprised that the "cold" part of the buffet was richer than the hot side. I loved the veggies. The best deal is the passion fruit... More

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Also Known As:
Novotel Kigali
Laico Umubano Kigali
Address: Boulevard de l'Umuganda, Kigali 30004, Rwanda (Formerly LAICO Umubano Hotel)
Region: Rwanda > Kigali Province > Kigali
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 27 hotels in Kigali
Price range (per night): $241 - $247
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Umubano Hotel is a 4 star hotel located 5 km from the centre of Kigali atop one of the many hills that make up the city. For business travellers we offer the convenience of four meeting rooms, WiFi internet and a business centre. The hotel also features a bar and restaurant, various leisure facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, fitness, aerobics, sauna and tennis court. There is also a bank, several shops and parking on site. ... more   less 
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