Dolce Vita Resort Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (138 reviews)
43 Avenue Mwungo , Bujumbura , bi

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Clean and safe environment
Cons:
Unstable electricity
A bit far from main programme

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
The hotel is clean and safe.
Service
9.48
The staff are very professional, helpful, and friendly.
Location
9.02
Location is good and secure.
Room Quality
7.97
Building somewhat run down, needs investment in bedding.
Amenities
8.5
Basic amenities provided but some guests desire more.
Value for Money
8.96
Good value for the price, though some find meals a bit expensive.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Meals were good, but breakfast options could be improved.
Overall Experience
9.48
An enjoyable stay with a good level of service overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at Dolce Vita Resort Hotel in Bujumbura. Our air-conditioned rooms are equipped with modern amenities to ensure a relaxing stay, including a flat-screen TV, minibar, and private bathroom.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant offering a diverse menu of African, American, and Argentinian cuisine. Special dietary needs? Our chefs are ready to cater to your preferences, including gluten-free options.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the lush garden surroundings. With a shared lounge, terrace, and business center, Dolce Vita Resort Hotel provides the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Book now to experience the ultimate stay at Dolce Vita Resort Hotel.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BJM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 15 years old stay for US$30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 138 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 7.97
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.96
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 9.48
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Miro Wawak • solo_traveller • de
10
A perfect stay in Bujumbura – African hospitality at its best
Pros:

I had a wonderful two-night stay at Dolce Vita Resort Hotel in early March. The hospitality here was truly outstanding.

A special thank you to Aliou at reception, who was incredibly professional, friendly and helpful. His English is excellent and he really goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome.

The hotel itself is great: an amazingly soft mattress, fast Starlink WiFi throughout the property, and a beautiful bathroom with a strong hot shower and great water pressure. Breakfast was also very nice with a fresh omelette and fantastic Burundian coffee. The swimming pool is another great bonus.

The team even allowed me a very late check-out and kindly helped me print some documents I needed for my trip.

All of this in a great location right next to the US Embassy. Truly African hospitality at its best — I would happily stay here again.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Md Mozammel Hoque • solo_traveller • bd
6
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Gabriel • couple • br
7
Desaconselhavel para estadas longas
Pros:

O atendimento dos funcionários é excelente, especialmente do recepcionista Aliou que fez todo o possível para nos atender bem.

Cons:

Fiz uma reserva para um quarto de luxo duplo ou com duas camas de solteiro. Fomos colocados num quarto de fundos, ao lado de um motor do vizinho que funcionava a noite inteira. Pedimos para trocar para um quarto com duas camas, mas a gerência do hotel informou que teríamos de pagar um valor a mais. O recepcionista tentou evitar a cobrança, mas a gerência foi inflexível. Ora, com o hotel vazio, seria de bom agrado se a gerência nos oferecesse um up-grade de quarto sem custo. Mas eles optaram pela propaganda negativa ao invés da positiva.
No primeiro dia pedimos almoço, que é feito em outro local fora do hotel, chegou 3 horas depois e, obviamente, frio. Só comemos pois estávamos com muita fome.
O café da manhã, apesar do esforço dos funcionários, é limitado, a la carte e com muito poucas opções.
O wi-fi é razoável. A piscina estava mal cuidada e suja.
A localização, apesar de estar a uma quadra da embaixada dos EU, está em uma rua em péssimas condições.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Bado • couple • ci
8
Super!!!
Pros:

Super établissement ? Très bien situé et sécurisé, non loin de l’ambassade des USA. Personnel très attentionné.

Cons:

Le manque de cuisine surtout le dîner

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • ug
9
Good
Pros:

Breakfirst was fair but can be improved. The location is a little far away.

Cons:

Language barrier, No English

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Md Mozammel Hoque • couple • bd
6
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Glody • family_with_children • cd
10
Pros:

I really liked the energy of the staff, especially Mr. Aliou.
A big shot, lol.
This building is truly the definition of peace and tranquility, and it's definitely worth coming back to a second time.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Baterdene • family_with_children • mn
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
محمد رمضان • couple • ug
10
Pros:

من أفضل الفنادق في بوروندي نظافة واحترام الموظفين وسعر مناسب جدا ورخيص وقريب جدا من وسط المدينة ويقع في حي راقي مع الهدوء والجمال وموظف الاستقبال علي شخص متعاون جدا وسريع الاستجابة لما تريده مما جعلني سأنزل أي وقت ان شاء الله في بوروندي في هذا الفندق الرائع

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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samuel • solo_traveller • ke
5
decent
Pros:

breakfast was monotonous. they should benchmark. maybe free selection instead of fixed paper choices. rooms they need to invest in new beddings otherwise next time it will be a seedy joint.
electricity and water ... i dont know what to say. they should have a storage for water. water dissappearing when you are showering is not nice ..electricity is a country problem at least they had a generator.

Cons:

as above.
location is good.
structure is ok.
people at least were polite and informative even if their english was wanting.
and comparatively they were a decent hotel.
i will still book there in the future if i step in burundi again

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • cd
6
Accueil agréable par la sœur Doriane et Emanuel à 70% ça va.
Pros:

J’ai aimé le calme ,la propreté ainsi que la rapidité avec laquelle on nous

Cons:

Les repas épicé trop exagéré.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Noomane • solo_traveller • tn
4
Moyen
Pros:

Le personnel a l’ecoute

Cons:

Batiment un peu vetuste
Coupures électricité
Bruit gouttes d’eau de climatiseur. De l’etage dessus 2 nuits sur les 4 passees
Prix repas un peu cher

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Ileni • extended_group • na
8
The hotel was value for the money and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Can definitely recommend it
2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Peninnah • solo_traveller • ug
6
It was a lovely stay despite the unstable power suppy. They were very flexible on breakfast,
Pros:

The staff are very professional, helpful and friendly. They are also very honest. Two days in a row I left my phone and purse with hard cash and I found them intact

Cons:

The unstable electricity

2025-12-13 • via Nuitee
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Kaoma • couple • zm
9
2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Kaoma • couple • zm
9
Beautiful! Calming and charming hotel.
Pros:

It was as advertised. Meals were good. Staff was polite and helpful. It was easy to get to most places and taxis etc were arranged promptly. Security was good. All facilities were available. I would highly recommend ❤️

Cons:

A bit far away from my programme but it was close to town and most relevant places.

2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • gb
7
extremely good value for money and very safe and clean
Pros:

the hotel is clean and safe and the staff are lovely. Aliou was on the desk when i arrived and still there the next morning. He is also the marketing manager and really trying to make sure everyone has a good stay. He went out of his way to help a guest who was unwell, after he should have finished his shift.
I had pizza to eat which was very good, and chose fruit salad for breakfast which was beautifully prepared and delicious.

Cons:

there is no garden altho there is outside space to sit and a small swimming pool.

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Rene • solo_traveller • de
9
2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
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Agnès • solo_traveller • fr
8
Très bo accueil, chambre confortable et propre, un peu moins bien côté restauration pour le diner.
Pros:

L'accueil et les chambre très bien. j'ai trouvé la restauration assez chère.

Cons:

j'ai moins apprécié la restauration notamment pour le diner. Sinon les petits déjeuners cela allait.

2025-11-15 • via Nuitee
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khalil • solo_traveller • ae
4
Wouldn’t repeat it again
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

There was power shortage for few minutes which continued few times last pose shortage took longer when enquirer with the receptionist , he advise that they are waiting for so an electrician to come. I asked him to switch on the generator which he agreed .

2025-10-31 • via Nuitee