Goma Serena Hotel
Goma Serena Hotel is a luxury hotel (5- star) found in Northern Kivu next to Africa’s great lake (lake Kivu) in Congo country. It takes approximately 2 hours from Goma to Kinshasha the capital city of congo. One can either be at the lodge by road or air transport to the close Goma International airport, and its just 20 minutes to drive to the hotel . The hotel is the best place to rest in for guest visiting Goma since it’s the best destination to different parks in congo and it has spectacular view of lake Kivu and surrounding areas . The hotel is under serena luxury hotel s which have contributed to the best of Africa. It owns different hotels to different parts of Africa.
Goma Serena hotel contains over 109 beautiful and elegant rooms all with the lake view that reflects modern style with modern comfort. Rooms are well decorated , furnished and equipped with private suite facilities which include ; flushing toilets , Mosquito nets , air conditioning , hot and cold running showers , driers , satelites, flat screen TV’s mention but a few . Rooms have verandas , sitting areas and balconies with a cozy atmosphere , you relax while overlooking the breathtaking views of lake kivu and surrounding areas . The lodge have excellent rooms with washed bedding containing both king and queen sized beds . Rooms are in different categories; single ,double ,twins and triple rooms. Some rooms have fireplaces that provides warmth to clients during nights. Rooms cost 350$ and above per night and during peak season the rate goes slightly high.
Goma Serena hotel has different facilities and services which include; A well stocked bar with both soft and hard drinks like; soda, beers, wines etc , A restaurant that serves delicious meals both local and international that meets guests choice ; Breakfast while facing the lake , lunch , dinners both indoor and outdoor dinners , a swimming pool that cools off the hot afternoon, you relax and sip the cocktail while enjoying the beautiful view of lake Kivu , volcanoes and surrounding area , the hotel offers laundry services, solar energy available , Fire places that provides warmth , Wifi internet available at the lodge that enables guests to keep in contact with their families and friends, walking night safaris , Ample parking space, Spacious and comfortable rooms with king and queen sized beds , Healthy and fitness center like gyms, massage , sauna etc , business center also available at the hotel with conference halls , honey moon package etc , Gift shop also available with African gift like ; clothes, shoes , guide essential etc
Goma is situated on the northern area of kivu province and it is the capital city of North Kivu province in Democratic Republic of congo. Goma is next to the Rwandan city of Gisenyi. You can be in congo either by Road or air transport . Democratic republic of congo is considered to be the richest country in the world regarding on the natural resources ; its raw material deposits its worth it which include; copper ,diamond, gold etc.
There are many things to do while in congo which include ; Visiting the city life of all the capitals ;Goma and Kinshasha, Visiting different national parks in congo especially the popular ones like ; Virunga national park fomous for endangered mountain gorillas that encourages gorilla trekking, Kahuzi biega national park with low land gorillas , hiking/climbing mount Nyiragongo volcanoes, Bird watching , Visiting the rain forest and see the unique wildlife, Visiting the historical sites and many attractions. The best time to be in Democratic republic of congo is from june, july ,august ,January and February . some areas in Congo have increased risks of not to travel to especially North Kivu and Ituli province due to crimes ,Ebola and kidnapping . congo has more than 200 tribes and 4 are the main largest tribes which include Mongo, Luba, Kongo, and Mang-betu Azonde. The majority of the Congolese speak the same language Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, and French. Goma has different hotels to stay in budget , mid range and luxury accommodations which are friendly and convenient to each visitor staying in the place.
