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Hotel Dolce Vita Resort

N.A. (11), Gihosha

The Fun Awaits

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 3.8 km to Musee Vivant

Near shopping centersOnly 2.6 km to Bujumbura Central Market

Suitable for your business tripStay productive with business facilities.

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4.1/5

GoodFrom 55 reviews

5.0/513 May 2025

Stellah

Highly recommend Good customer care from the airport to the hotel Staff is Highly trained

5.0/518 May 2023

A really nice small hotel with service minded staff. Beds very comfortable and spacious. A small nice pool that I didn't use due to time and some rain. Breakfast ok but there could be more options. But a good hotel that I will return to on my next visit to Burundi. Secure and safe place.

5.0/510 Feb 2023

Eddie

Excellent stay and the food was great

5.0/55 Feb 2017

Mary • Family Trip

The staff is great, helpful and welcoming, my room was lovely and comfortable, the bathroom large with a good shower. I loved sitting by the small but attractive pool in the well kept garden. I highly recommend this charming hotel.

5.0/53 Feb 2017

Bart

If you're looking for the Ritz Carlton, this likely isn't your cup of tea (and good luck finding it in Buja). But this place was an oasis considering the first night I stayed at the Hotel Beausejour Iramya (where one star is too much). Burundi is going through a tough time these days, and it appeared as though I was the only guest for a prolonged period. The staff here were wonderfully accommodating, kind, and resourceful - the speak very good English (rare in Buja), they repaired a pair of shoes I had lost the sole on for less than a dollar, and mended a shirt I managed to put a hole in at the aforementioned awful hotel, making sure the repair was symmetrical on the other side. Amazing. Another reviewer commented on sunbathing - unsure why you'd come here to tan - go to the Club du Lac if you want that. I never used the pool but it looked clean and well kept, especially given surrounding foliage. The surrounding greenery is beautiful, internet was fast enough, AC gloriously cold, mosqui nets high-end top notch wall connected versions, and housekeeping well managed. Safes in all rooms for the security conscious, and decent nightly rates. The food was really excellent - I saw their kitchen and what they can do in there is nothing short of a miracle. Real coffee and croissants in the morning - lovely. It is almost adjacent to the US embassy, but hires only one unarmed guard if that is a concern. In short - a lovely stay, would stay again, would recommend to anyone.

5.0/51 Dec 2016

Jagannathan

Airport pick up & drop off free. Beautiful gardens and pleasantly decorated room in a bungalow style hotel. I forgot my jacket in the car & the driver got it back to me.

5.0/54 Feb 2015

Verified traveler

I stayed here for one night. Nice rooms, good food in the restaurant. Very kindly and helpful staff. All standarts are on Europe level, not like normally in Africa.

5.0/512 Dec 2014

Verified traveler

Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast.

5.0/59 Nov 2014

Tanya • Family Trip

We stayed 6 nights at Hotel Dolce Vita and it was superb! The staff is so helpfull and friendly. We don't speak french so when ever we needed to organize something in town one of the staff went with us to translate. I have never stayed at a more welcoming hotel. If you are going to Bujumbura you would be stupid not to stay at Hotel Dolce Vita!

5.0/55 Oct 2014

Robert

The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Communication was a little difficult at times, as we do not speak French and only a few of the staff spoke English but that was expected before arrival, since English is not generally taught in the schools. The hotel has a backup generator system, so power was quickly re-established when the expected daily/nightly power outages occurred. Our suite & balcony overlooked the garden/pool area and was quite lovely. Although WIFI was furnished at no cost, it proved difficult at times to get a connection and I had to request a router re-boot to continue working. The restaurant & bar had a good selection and the food was quite tasty. Everything was fresh & flavorful. The daily complimentary bottled waters came in handy on our treks into the city.

5.0/530 Jul 2014

Carol

I want to thank Noelle, Odiline, and Jacques especially for making me feel at home. They were understanding of my terrible French, tried to speak English themselves, and couldn't do enough for me. What friendly, professional, and intelligent staff.

5.0/522 Jun 2014

Colin

An all round excellent experience. Rooms large, clean, comfortable. Wifi worked well in my room on the ground floor although i heard this wasn't the case in all rooms. Restaurant excellent. Nice pool. Best thing of all though is the friendliness and efficiency of the staff. Just need to be aware this is not in the centre of town but there is a taxi rank just outside. Very good value hotel. Would definitely go back.

5.0/54 May 2014

Geri K. • Family Trip

Das Hotel ist in jeder Hinsicht genial!

5.0/511 Apr 2014

PAYEN-RADONDE

ce petit hotel dans un lieu très calme de Bujumbura doit être recommandé tant pour des séjours professionnels que de tourisme. le personnel est d'une extrême gentillesse et met tout en oeuvre pour satisfaire le client toujours avec le sourire. Merci à tout le personnel. je reviendrai au Dolce vita resort à mon prochain séjour à Bujumbura

5.0/57 Apr 2014

Consultant

Excellente impression sur un hotel à prix raisonnable et assez bien placé. Service et accueil agréable. Ma chambre était bien pour travailler avec internet.

5.0/521 Dec 2013

Verified traveler

Vi stannade där i åtta nätter och har inget negativt att säga om vår vistelse. Personalen var väldigt serviceminded och uppfyllde nästintill alla våra önskningar. Frukosten som ingick var god och höll vad den lovade. Rummen städades dagligen och fylldes på med vatten. Ett bonus var en eftermiddagssnack som alla gäster fick. Vi kommer definitvt att välja detta hotell vid vår nästa resa till Bujumbura.

5.0/518 Dec 2013

Verified traveler

I enjoyed my stay here, as the rooms were comfortable and clean. The hotel staff were professional and very friendly. Service was prompt. The food was exquisite - fresh fruit, juice, dinners and the omelettes were delicious! I would definitely stay here again if I have need.

5.0/517 Nov 2013

martin

dolce vita means sweet life. and yes, it was really a very nice experience to be a guest there. a safe place, a very friendly service, very nice and clean rooms (spacious bathroom), a good and not expensive restaurant offering kind of tradiational french style - burundi influenced - food. in found cold beer, a nice wine list and a small up stairs bar. the air contion might be a little too noisy. but in general - its really a very very good place to stay.

5.0/524 Sep 2013

Verified traveler

Hotel staff was very attentive and friendly. The hotel is well located if you will be conducting business at the US Embassy which is a five minute walk away, but somewhat distant from the center of the city. The hotel provides free car service to (but not from) locations in the city and car was available on occasions that I needed to go downtown. They also picked me up at airport at no extra cost. Return pick up from locations in the city can be arranged for a cost only slightly more than cost of a taxi and drivers are definitely more careful than many cab drivers in the city. Breakfast each morning was tasty and quickly prepared. If I need to return to Bujumbura in the future, I definitely would stay here again.

5.0/519 Nov 2012

Graham

Great staff, very personal feel and looked after me well. I was very late back from business one night and they reopened the kitchen and made sure I had a good meal. Restaurant has good options and very tasty and generous no-nonsense food. Can recommend the steak and fresh fish options. Room was adequate and comfortable but if you are intending to use a laptop check out travel adaptors before you get there. Located in the suburbs with the last street unpaved, about 10 minutes to the centre by taxi. New US Embasy is almost right next door, can be seen from the back of the hotel.

Popular Facilities

Swimming Pool

WiFi

Parking

24-hour Front Desk

Luggage Storage

Free Parking

Sports & Recreation

Garden

Rooftop

Snack Bar/Deli

Public Facilities

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Luggage Storage

24-hour Front Desk

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Hotel Safe

Concierge Services

Other Facilities

Smoking Area

Food & Drinks

Private Dining Service

Business Facilities

Ballroom

Business Center

Info

No Elevators

Transportation

Tours/Ticket Assistance

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Wired internet (Free)

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Avenue Mwungo, 43 KIGOBE, Bujumbura, BI

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in11:00 AM-11:00 PM

Check-out12:00

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Up to 4 children 1 year old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

About Hotel Dolce Vita Resort

Hotel Dolce Vita Resort Location
Hotel Dolce Vita Resort is centrally located in Bujumbura, a 4-minute walk from U.S. Embassy and a 5-minute drive from Bujumbura Central Market. This hotel is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Prince Louis Rwagasore Stadium and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Musee Vivant.

Hotel Dolce Vita Resort Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.

Hotel Dolce Vita Resort Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and irons/ironing boards.

Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - Tue, 01 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children