Bujumbura Hotel Vaya Burundi

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The selection of hotels is limited in Bujumbura. Prices are not cheap but there are some mid-range and more expensive choices. Some hotels here merely survive because of the lack of competition. The high humidity in this climate does leave some rooms smelling musty, but that is difficult to combat. Chain hotels do not have locations here.

One of the cheaper hotels in Bujumbura is the Hotel Vaya. The location is not ideal for travelers who want to stay in town because it is just outside the city center. Mattresses sit on a concrete base and some rooms are dark with a view of a wall. Warm water is at a minimum. Don’t expect to be comfortable and you will be satisfied.

The Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika is on the shores of a lake and has a large pool area to relax. Outside of Bujumbura, the tropical style rooms have a view of the picturesque Congolese mountains. Service tends to be slow.

For a three star hotel in Bujumbura, stay at the Novotel Bujumbura. This is not a good place for a woman staying alone. The beautiful exterior of this hotel is slightly misleading. The reception area needs some renovation and so do the rooms. There is air conditioning but it is not strong. For some reason a lot of men stay here and tend to ogle the female guests. Try the outside bar for some relief from your room.

Le Clos des Limbas may be the best option for Bujumbura hotels. This accommodation is a converted colonial home and is in a safe and quiet neighborhood. Sort of a bed and breakfast, each of the eight large rooms are uniquely decorated and has a private terrace. Television is in French and English and there is a refrigerator that contains complimentary bottled water. Expect air conditioning and wireless broadband internet service. The grounds are private and well manicured. Relax in the small swimming pool.

French run Hotel Botanika provides boutique style rooms in Bujumbura. Spacious rooms have huge bathrooms and plumbing and electricity that actually work. Immaculate rooms contain a refrigerator with cold sodas. There are a ridiculous amount of channels on their South African cable TV. The restaurant here is delicious for the area. Centrally located Hotel Botanika is in the center of Bujumbura.

The Residence St. Rose is a gracious guest house. Enjoy suites with multiple bedrooms and your own personal chef. Service is excellent and the service is amazing.