Name: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge
Address: Kigali, RW
Price range: From $264

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge, KigaliMantis Akagera Game Lodge in Kigali, Rwanda has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 13 of 24 hotels we score in Kigali. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.7 before correction: Booking.com 4.1, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.8. Rooms from about $264 a night (cached, not a live quote).Mantis Akagera Game Lodge is a 4-star property situated on a ridge within Akagera National Park, Rwanda. The lodge overlooks Lake Ihema and serves as a base for exploring the country's Big Five reserve and surrounding wetlands. It features 60 rooms and suites, making it suitable for families due to the inclusion of a kids' club, children's pool, and dedicated play areas. Guests can use the fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool, and on-site restaurant. While the setting provides views of the lake, some guests have reported maintenance issues regarding bathroom fixtures and window blinds. The lodge also provides meeting rooms and conference facilities for business travellers.What stands out

Views of Lake Ihema

Facilities for children

On-site swimming pool

Fitness centre and gardens

Watch out for

Occasional maintenance issues

Bathroom fixture faults

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