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Mamba

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๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Spent 2 weeks a Mamba Club! Probably one of my best stays in Africa! Kigali is a great city and having Mamba as your jump off point is perfect! Meet some of the funnest people in the city that love to hangout here! Good DJs on the weekend. Wonderful staff! Desire, the manager, went through a lot to... People often mention bowling, Mamba, good, Kigali, pool, staff, great, table, swimming, nice,


Address

KG 680 St, Kigali, Rwanda

Contact

+250 798 970 888

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4.00 (638 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: bowling (18) Mamba (16) good (16) Kigali (14) pool (14) staff (10) great (9) table (8) swimming (8) nice (8)
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  • 5/5 AmericanoWorldWide 1 year ago on Google
    Spent 2 weeks a Mamba Club! Probably one of my best stays in Africa! Kigali is a great city and having Mamba as your jump off point is perfect! Meet some of the funnest people in the city that love to hangout here! Good DJs on the weekend. Wonderful staff! Desire, the manager, went through a lot to help me get my stolen computer back(it was stolen from my car downtown). The owner John is an awesome guy too! Would have given me the shirt off his back if I needed it! Much love for the rest of the crew there! Dina and Sylvia! Yโ€™all are awesome!
    6 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Sean M. 5 years ago on Google
    Mamba is truly an all-in-one stop; there is a restaurant, a bar, a bowling alley, a pool, billiard's tables, table tennis tables, a park for kids, and a hostel. I stayed in the hostel and had a great experience. The dormitory is reasonably priced considering Kigali is more expensive than many other cities in East Africa and Kimihurura is a particularly upscale neighborhood in Kigali. The beds are comfy, the mosquito nets are effective, there are hot showers (hotter than anywhere else I've stayed in East Africa - watch out! It can actually burn you!), a beautiful balcony overlooking the property and the hills of central Kigali, and breakfast is included. For the best prices, check in directly through the hostel as there is a check-in fee online. It's worth noting that in the dorm, only a select few bottom bunks have power outlets; the main power outlet is nearby two bunks which I highly recommend snatching if you get the chance! The mosquito nets are also very tight and make getting into the top bunks quite a pain. The main power outlet accepts all international plugs, but the wall outlets are only Euro plug compatible. The WiFi is inconsistent; when it's fast, it's super fast, but when it's slow, it's aggravatingly slow. Fortunately, it's fast the majority of the time, but prepare to use data when it gets bad. The people who work at the establishment are all very friendly and welcoming and will happily tell you about Kigali. The establishment is also frequented by travelers and locals alike which makes a very fun atmosphere on Fridays and Saturdays. I don't really have any points that annoyed me with the hostel - it can get a bit loud on weekend nights, but it more than makes up for it with the good food, excellent beer selection, and great atmosphere! The food is indeed very good, but there are even better international restaurant selections nearby. I will definitely be coming back if I find myself in Kigali in the future!
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Eva T. 2 years ago on Google
    Come hangout, enjoy the bar, bowling etc, there are better place to stay than Mamba. DONโ€™T stay here if you need to store your luggage, you might miss your flight!! I booked the private room with bath for Mar 4th, arrived before 5pm and Desire told the room is not yet ready come back in an hour. I got the room after dinner, I found razor blade refill + trash around the sink, used wine glass by the window and trash bin full of garbage from the previous guest. ๐Ÿคฎ Next morning I checkout and left my carryon luggage in the ownerโ€™s office which also is the storage. 5:15pm I stopped by Mamba in moto to pickup the luggage then to the airport. Well Desire was not there and he is the only one who has the key. His staff called him, I told him my flight is 7pm he said he would come back right away and be there soon. 30 minutes passed I asked his staff to call again, he said be there in 5 minutes. He got back ~6:15pm, he gave the moto driver some money to take me to the airport โ€˜faster.โ€™ After a short scary ride I arrived at the airport at 6:30pm, but checkin is closed for the flight. I had safari tour lined up the next day in EBB, luckily there was another flight at 2am so I bought a new ticket. I called Desire after things were settled, he said he would send me some money since it was clearly his mistake. I contacted him a few times later via WhatsApp he ghosted. Stay elsewhere to avoid headache.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Julius S. 10 months ago on Google
    For a place in outskirts of Kigali, i was so impressed that they have most of indoor games. I tried Ping Pong, ๐Ÿ“ Bowling ๐ŸŽณ and i wanted to do pool, swimming and ๐Ÿ but time caught up with me. I love it together with my Swedish and Rwandan friends
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Victor 11 months ago on Google
    They have nice live music playing Bob Marley. Bowling is per game, not time.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 gisele r. 1 year ago on Google
    Mamba is a quite yet fun place, it has different games you can play as a group and their food is really good. And prices there are really fair comparing to some other places
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Katharina W. 1 year ago on Google
    Booked the Hostel over Hostelworld, but when we arrived we found the Place closed. The phone number on our Booking receipt also didnโ€™t work. Through the security guard we found out that the place had been closed for 2 months.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Kenya S. 10 months ago on Google
    We loved the bowling at Mamba. We highly recommend this place.

  • 5/5 Abdelrahman M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for late night outing with Billiards and Ping pong table and nice dance floor. Nice grills. Inexpensive and nice crowd. The ping pong , billiards and bowling are very old and need to be renovated.

  • 4/5 Chisenga Abel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a great experience bowling for the first time. Great place to relax in the company of a few friends!

  • 3/5 Mazi L. 10 months ago on Google
    This place has far more potential than what it offers. It also looks like it has seen better days. The management of this place should revamp it especially as it has the only bowling alleys in Kigali. The machines keep breaking down midway. You can play volleyball in this facility and it has swimming pool. They make good tea and pizza. And the staff are friendly.

  • 4/5 DS D. 10 months ago on Google
    Somewhat chaotic place with all kind of activities - beach volleybal, table tennis, children's toys and a bowling alley! There is someone at the end of the lane who puts the pins upright again and who types the scores into a computer. The bowling lane otherwise works fine and is good fun. Didn't have food there, the service for drinks was OK although a bit slow.

  • 3/5 Keagetswe Alex K. 1 year ago on Google
    It's just an okay place. Its cool if you want to have a chilled moment rewinding, drinking with some background noise and people. It's also cool for a group chill out. It just wasn't so much of my vibe. But hey, shoutout to the place for affordable alcohol and nice vibes!

  • 5/5 M A. 8 months ago on Google
    Mamba in Kigali is undoubtedly one of my favorite places in the city. This bar offers an exceptional blend of entertainment and relaxation, making it a standout destination. With its inviting swimming pool, energetic bowling lanes, and engaging volleyball court, Mamba creates an atmosphere that caters to a wide range of interests. The poolside area is perfect for unwinding after a long day, providing a refreshing escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Whether you're looking to take a leisurely swim or simply lounge by the water, Mamba's pool area offers a serene setting to do just that. The addition of bowling lanes adds a fun and competitive element to the experience. It's an ideal spot to gather with friends and engage in some friendly rivalry while enjoying delicious drinks and snacks. The well-maintained lanes and vibrant atmosphere add to the overall enjoyment. What sets Mamba apart even further is its volleyball court. This amenity not only encourages social interaction but also lets visitors engage in a lively and exciting sport. It's a fantastic way to connect with others, stay active, and create lasting memories. The combination of these features, along with the bar's inviting ambiance and attentive staff, makes Mamba a must-visit spot in Kigali. Whether you're seeking relaxation, recreation, or a vibrant social scene, Mamba delivers on all fronts. It's easy to see why this place has earned a special place in my heart and stands out as a beloved gem in the heart of the city.

  • 4/5 SIMO Judith L. 9 months ago on Google
    Loved everything about the place. Particilarly games. Very good place to relax

  • 4/5 Roach and Rolling P. 9 months ago on Google
    Cool hostel where you can meet manytravellers. Breakfast included with the dorms. Dorms ans clean and tidy. Only issue is music plays until midnight which causes disturbance for the people sleeping in the dorms.

  • 4/5 Chela R. 7 months ago on Google
    This place is truly a happening spot in Kigali! It's lively, fun and energetic with plenty of fun things to do when you just feel like hanging about for the day. They have some parties, a bar, bowling, swimming pool, play area for children, volley ball court and a pool table. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful with every request we made. With this in mind, the place is loud after late on most nights. This didn't bother us, but for some it may be too much. The shower was always warm and the room was very clean at each visit. Overall, we really enjoyed staying with Mamba!

  • 3/5 Julien B. 3 months ago on Google New
    Very good place with different games. I liked the Pool, but Bowling need to be renewed... it is very old, the synchronisation between the the balls and the display takes very long. The screens are very old..

  • 3/5 Eugene F. 5 months ago on Google
    The bowling alley was cool. The pizza we ordered was not - took over an hour to come, wasn't hot, tasted as if it had been frozen.

  • 5/5 Marc L. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a blast. Didn't eat, so can only comment on the bowling, which was great. Loved the semi-enclosed, party-like environment. The bowling balls show their rough history, but nobody cared and everyone had a lot of fun.

  • 5/5 Salman K. 1 year ago on Google
    The atmosphere was fantastic and the vibe was just what I was looking for. The pool table, which I have to say is the best one I've come across in Kigali. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. They made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our time there. Overall, I highly recommend Mamba Club for anyone looking for a fun night out in Kigali. It's got everything you need - great atmosphere, excellent pool table, and friendly staff

  • 4/5 Le spa K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to chill and spend a day there .

  • 2/5 Rita W. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited first on a Friday afternoon and loved the garden and music. The mamba chicken was terrible and tasted like fish. The green salad was fresh and tasty. Then i went again on a Saturday at 11am to take kids for swimming. The baby pool is tiny almost like a large bathtub and there were dirty tables and old used plates and no attendants - apparently they had worked all night and had gone for a break(implying the same staff work day and night). There was no one in the kitchen to prepare our food order so we ended up moving to a different place as we were too hungry and had to cut short our swimming. The kid play area has a tree house and trampoline that seem neglected. It's more attractive for adults for bowling and volleyball. It's a nice place but poorly managed.

  • 5/5 Sam B. 4 years ago on Google
    If you like activities, this place has all the activities! Bowling, pool, swimming pool, beach volleyball, and ping pong. It also has good competition in all of the above. Most days of the week you can play competitive 2s or 3s (if you can keep up) or find a lower level game earlier I'm the day or later at night. A good place to stay. Budget accommodation but adequate accommodation. Clean enough and well taken care of. Ladies bathroom is very nice, boys is good but a little smaller. Breakfast is solid and a pot of great coffee is out all morning. Wifi, full bar, full menu, good staff. If you are traveling in Rwanda Mamba is a good base or stop over in Kigali.

  • 5/5 Mitchell S. 4 years ago on Google
    We parked our overlanding vehicle at Mamba for almost two weeks. The restaurant was beyond our expectations. They have a good range of facilities for a small place. Volleyball draws an active crowd, playground draws mothers and children, bowling alley and bar draws fun. I would say as a suggestion that they do a bit of a revamp of the interior. Some fresh color and better lighting would make the world of a different to its appearance.

  • 4/5 Lea E. 4 years ago on Google
    Desire is the best! It's like he runs the place by himself. Kitchen, bar, cleaning, fixing and entertainment, all of it! The owner is lucky to have him. The place has a great atmosphere. Downstairs decoration is very nice, but it misses upstairs (where the hostel is). The place is a bit noisy, if they would fix that, it would be so much more comfortable. Thank for the stay

  • 5/5 Haileselassie A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for enjoying your free time with your family and friends. Enjoyed their place with beautiful garden, bowling alley, drinks and more. Enough parking space inside and out with good security. It is also a child friendly place

  • 5/5 Tarek El H. 2 years ago on Google
    Really good place where artists, musicians and other inspiring people create an unique experience

  • 2/5 wellars T. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good place to enjoy with the family and friends, I liked there by the way

  • 5/5 Shaheen j. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice familly place...have outdoors activities for kids and indoor pool table and booling activities , in all it was a great experience๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Athanase B. 2 years ago on Google
    Good place with food, drinks, swimming pool, booling, volleyball game area

  • 5/5 King A. 2 years ago on Google
    The Hotel services are perfect...and I enjoyed variety and speed of their kitchen.

  • 4/5 Davis K. 2 years ago on Google
    Filled with life a bowling alley, volleyball always nice having a drink here but hope they add football screens to top up the weekends. They added ping pong table yay ๐ŸŽ‰


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • โœ“๏ธ Dogs allowed
  • Parking
    • โœ“๏ธ Free parking lot
    • โœ“๏ธ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • โœ“๏ธ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • โœ“๏ธ Beer
    • โœ“๏ธ Wine
    • โœ“๏ธ Coffee
    • โœ“๏ธ Alcohol
    • โœ“๏ธ Spirits
    • โœ“๏ธ Cocktails
    • โœ“๏ธ Quick bite
    • โœ“๏ธ Small plates
    • โœ“๏ธ Vegan options
    • โœ“๏ธ All you can eat
    • โœ“๏ธ Late-night food
    • โœ“๏ธ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • โœ“๏ธ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dinner
    • โœ“๏ธ Dessert
    • โœ“๏ธ Seating
    • โœ“๏ธ Catering
    • โœ“๏ธ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • โœ“๏ธ Dine-in
    • โœ“๏ธ Delivery
    • โœ“๏ธ Takeaway
    • โœ“๏ธ Outdoor seating

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