Located just 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from the airport, Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with body wraps or mani/pedis. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center are other features.
Languages
English, French, Swahili
At a glance
Hotel size
51 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite extended parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Playground
What to do
Golf privileges
Working away
24-hour business center
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2014
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
24-hour fitness center
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Art gallery on site
Full-service spa
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per person (roundtrip)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 200.0 per night
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 7 costs USD 20 (one-way)
Policies
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Also known as
Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali
Villa Portofino Kigali
Swiss International Villa Portofino Kigali
Villa Portofino Kigali Kigali
Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali Hotel
Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali Kigali
Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali Hotel Kigali
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40.00 per person roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali and nearby?
Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.
Does Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali like?
Hotel Villa Portofino Kigali is in Remera, a short 18-minute walk from Kigali Golf Club.
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Reviews
7.2
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
2 Aug 2024
This facility is no longer functioning as a hotel! Expeeida should not have marketed this facility! We were only 3 guests in the hotel and I was not able to have hot water for three days! the hotel is nose-diving or at best it should be closed to the public until it gets its acts right!
Oseyemi
Oseyemi, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Jul 2024
Ody
Ody, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jul 2024
Excellent local and good price
Olufolakemi
Olufolakemi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
28 Jun 2024
STEPHEN
STEPHEN, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2024
Would be great with few upgrades
The hotel has marvellous view of the Golf course and sorroundings. The hotel requires significant upgrade to the carpets in the common area and the furniture
Gurumurthy
Gurumurthy, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 Feb 2024
I was given the impression that the rooms come with complimentary breakfast but oh I was proven wrong. The guests were told the bookings from Expedia don’t come with breakfast????
That was very disappointing. The guests had to pay for their breakfast. This is very wrong as it should have been stated clearly during the booking but it was not.
I felt so bad.
Idowu
Idowu, 7-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
11 Feb 2024
Ayodeji
Ayodeji, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Jan 2024
Decor was a bit dated but well maintained
Temitayo
Temitayo, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2023
Good location, very responsive staff, clean and well maintained, spacious rooms
Estella
Estella, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2022
Lighting is of poor quality need changing and pool had no chlorine so infections of fungus are slightly to happen especially to woman and kids but after all the hotel is fantastic.
Ramoshakane
Ramoshakane, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Sep 2022
Great accommodation and excellent location!
Uloko
Uloko, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
4 Mar 2022
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
11 Feb 2022
Kishen
Kishen, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Dec 2021
Ayoola
Ayoola, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Oct 2021
Jean Allain
Jean Allain, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2020
Great location!
Great location, beautiful grounds!
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Aug 2019
Good hotel but no smart tv
Very comfortable room and a lovely hotel. I would stay again. Definitely no Smart tv in the room. The Hotels.com description says that there is no reception. However there is a 24 hour reception so you don’t need to ring in advance.
Russell
Russell, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2018
Nice hotel with a great view
Our stay was very comfortable. We had an issue when booking in as I booked and paid online and paid in a currency other than USD, but it was soon sorted out. The room was very comfortable and clean and had a great view from our balcony. Breakfast was very nice and well presented. Staff were friendly and service was good
Calvin
Calvin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
7 Feb 2016
No value for money. Booked a large room, which was mostly empty.
No attention to detail (Examples: room layout, hard towels, etc.)
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
31 Dec 2015
Kigali Portofino 2015
Firstly - the staff were very friendly and helpful. A plus point. The restaurant staff and the bar staff were sometimes confused by basic requests and the service was slow. The hotel is in need of renovation, carpets dull and dark, seen better days. The room was OK and the bathroom clean. The room staff were efficient. I ate something from the Xmas buffet which made me sick, not a pleasant experience.
Donald
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Nov 2024
uwase
uwase, 19-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 May 2023
Tout est très bien, sauf la salle de sport qui est fermée ! Et la piscine est minuscule par rapport aux photos