The best available Lodges to stay near Rwanda

May 3, 2023 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best Lodges in Rwanda including Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge, Akagera Game Lodge, Volcano View Bed and Breakfast, Rushel Kivu Lodge, Ruhondo Beach Resort, Faraja Hotel, Highland Suites Hotel, Mubwiza Courts, St Augustine Apart & Hotel, Silver Motel.
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1. Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

Kinigi Rwanda
Excellent
71%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 136 reviews

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

Da Vinci Gorilla lodge, one of the finest safari lodges offering comfortable accommodation to travelers visiting Volcanoes National Park, northern Rwanda. Da Vinci Gorilla lodge is perfectly positioned in Kinigi, Musanze and offers a prime location to those looking to gorilla tracking and exploratory tours within the Volcanoes National Park. Come and experience the opulence of well designed natural rooms, the exceptional restaurant and lounge, great hospitality service – all designed to meet your every want and need. The lodge lies in the shadows of Karisimbi Mountain, one of the eight Virunga volcanoes. We offer exquisite accommodation to Budget, mid-range and luxury tourists at an affordable rate. We are a quiet friendly safari with a maximum of 5 guest cottages for now and a variety of accommodation options. Our accommodation varies and includes Single Rooms, Double Rooms, Twin Rooms and Triple room . We offer hot water showers, 24hr room service & Wi-Fi Internet access is also available. The lodge is a perfect base for those looking to gorilla trekking, hiking the volcanoes and also those interesting in Biking tours, as well as those looking to explore the Volcanoes National Park area. From the lodge, it is just a 20 minutes drive to the park headquarters where the gorilla trek starts from. Come over and walk with the gorillas while staying at a great place – you’ll love it too! At Da Vinci Gorilla lodge, we have provide comfortable accommodation in varied beautiful rooms.

Wonderful stay at Da Vinci Lodge

Reviewed By ruterd2022

My sister and I had a memorable stay at Da Vinci Lodge. We arrived early in the morning for a quick nap before our gorilla trek. After the gorilla trek, we were pleasantly surprised by a foot massage by Eli and Mogesha. Our room was heated by an in room fire place and our beds had heat packs which made us sleep well. The next day, we went to see golden monkeys and our room was decorated with flowers upon our return as we packed our bags. Our delicious meals had large portions. Thanks to Tony, Eli, Mogesha and the rest of the staff for a great experience at Da Vinci.

2. Akagera Game Lodge

Akagera National Park Rwanda
Excellent
33%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 324 reviews

Akagera Game Lodge

The Akagera Game Lodge is situated in the southern section of the Akagera National Park. Built on a ridge overlooking Lake Ihema , the Lodge was designed so that the rooms and terraces take full advantage of this view. Breakfast and dinner are served in the Shoebill Restaurant , and a more casual menu is served for lunch in the Elephant Bar.Facilities include a pool ( and kiddies pool), a play area for the children.Board games and outdoor games are available . Akagera Game Lodge is undergoing a full property modernization through till March 2020. Area’s such as our Bar, Restaurant and pool area will be affected by the refurbishment process. Please contact us with any questions. We look forward to a new look Akagera Game Lodge

Top-notch modern option inside the Park

Reviewed By DiplomatUSA

This is a newly renovated, well located, and reasonably priced small property with friendly and efficient service. The public areas and rooms are tastefully decorated. The hands-on professional GM goes the extra mile.

3. Volcano View Bed and Breakfast

222 House 21 NM, Ruhengeri Rwanda
Excellent
93%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 15 reviews

Volcano View Bed and Breakfast

New Bed and Breakfast accommodation. Walking distance from the town. Beautiful gardens to relax in. Breakfast included. Linen included, hot water, comfortable lounge and dining room. Beautiful birds can be seen in the garden. Airport or bus station pick ups can be arranged. Tours of the local sights can be arranged on request.

Excellent tours and accommodation

Reviewed By Charlotte v

Highly recommend Volcano View! We spent a weekend in Musanze trip with a group of friends, and arranged a tour with Isaac on other's recommendation. He really is a great host and guide. Isaac picked us up from the bus station, organised food to be delivered and made a fire on a cold evening. He arranged our trip to Volcanoes National Park perfectly, drove us there, waited there for us, and bought us home, arranging for our muddy clothes and shoes to be washed. The following day we had a tour of Musanze, with a beautiful walk through the village, a swim in a waterfall, a boat tour, fish braai (BBQ) for lunch. Each part of the day was great, and Isaac shared lots of information. Isaac went above and beyond in making our stay memorable and comfortable. We returned the following weekend to stay at Volcano View with my mum. We did not do a tour, but used Isaacs house as a base to return to Volcanoes park and explore Musanze. There is lots to see in the little town (recommend the art galleries and coffee shops!). Isaac's home is clean, tastefully decorated, and his garden has lots of flowers and birds. His staff are helpful, kind and professional. Breakfasts are delicious with lovely fresh fruit! His accommodation is good value for money. Thank you Isaac and team!

4. Rushel Kivu Lodge

Lake Kivu, Kibuye Rwanda
Excellent
66%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Rushel Kivu Lodge

Rushel Kivu Lodge is a bed and breakfast guest house located on the shores of Lake Kivu, nestled between palm trees and a sprawling coffee plantation. Sleep in Rushel Kivu Lodge is the most profound and enjoyable as you have never experienced, nurtured by the lake’s waves and only interrupted by bird songs in the morning.

Loud music allowed; ruined the tranquility.

Reviewed By Albert98765

The usual wonderful stay was spoiled this time by other camping guests being allowed to play loud music. That ruined the tranquility of the place. Disappointing. Management, please note and choose what kind of resort you want to be/become.

5. Ruhondo Beach Resort

Ruhondo Lake, Ruhengeri Rwanda
Excellent
48%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 33 reviews

Ruhondo Beach Resort

Beautiful, peaceful resort situated on a hill looking over Lake Ruhondo. Opened in 2012, Ruhondo Beach Resort has 10 bungalow-style rooms, all with private bath and hot water. Enjoy local food in the restaurant while taking in the beautiful landscape - volcanoes, lake and large lakeside garden filled with birds. Other activities include swimming, canoeing, fishing and boating. Apart from rooms, Ruhondo Beach Has nice equipped tents in the nice garden. The hotel also hosts different events in its garden and at the beach next to the lake

Relaxing Lakeside Spot

Reviewed By Brittany_11_10

Had a great two-night stay at Ruhondo Beach Resort. Pros: - The location is excellent (right on Ruhondo Lake, with a beaut view of the volcanoes--Gahinga, Muhabura, Sabyinyo, and Bisoke on a clear day). - The staff are friendly and helpful, and the service is good. - The rooms are clean. - The vlaue is great (especially right now, with lower prices due to the pandemic). - The complimentary breakfast is good, with omelletes, fruit, sambusas, coffee, tea, etc. - There are plenty of outdoor seating options, in hammocks, loungers down by the lake, etc. Cons: - I'm not sure if they have any kind of quiet hours (i.e., we heard a group partying until the early hours one of the nights we were there). - The pillows are more akin to rocks than anything fluffy, so if you live in Rwanda, you might want to bring your own. Extras: - Definitely park by the power plant and opt for the boat ride over; the road to drive there is long and rough. - The birding around the property is lovely, so be sure to take a camera and pair of binoculars if that's your thing. Would highly recommend for a nice getaway from Kigali and would go back for sure.

6. Faraja Hotel

Ruhengeri Gisenyi Rd, Ruhengeri 6853 Rwanda
Excellent
0%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
33%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 3 reviews

Faraja Hotel

Very bad Hotel

Reviewed By Pathfinder582496

I spent a week in this Hotel but was no happy at all with their services. The TV was not working,there was no TV remote,they only brought it after 2 days . The Internet was down during the whole stay.

7. Highland Suites Hotel

KG 270 St, Plot no. 225, Nyarutarama, Kigali Rwanda
Excellent
0%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
33%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 3 reviews

Whether you are traveling for a project, last minute business, relocation or even a family vacation, an extended stay in an executive suite offers a relaxing and peaceful place to crash after a long day. Choose an executive suite rental and you'll feel like a resident rather than a traveler in this comfortable, clean, and affordable alternative to a hotel room. Enjoy the Suite Life

Worst service , please don't book!!

Reviewed By manishkumar30462

Pathetic service, quality of breakfast is bad and unhygienic. Cockroaches,reptiles and grasshoppers often visit your room. Management will never listen to your complaints and rarely interested in hearing your problems and fixing them. Please avoid booking.

8. Mubwiza Courts

688 Kg kacyiru kigali, Kigali 34433 Rwanda
Excellent
84%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 38 reviews

Mubwiza Courts

Mubwiza Courts offers affordable and superbly comfy accommodation to tourists, business executives, and vacationers. It is situated in the beautiful Kigali suburb Kacyiru and is a perfect location as it is in close proximity to the most desired and visited locations in Rwanda. Family owned and operated, Mubwiza Courts provides an affordable place to stay within a few miles of downtown Kigali. Mubwiza Courts contains 8 double/single rooms and one elegant 8 sleeper dorm room with four poster beds draped with tulle for privacy. All rooms come with fresh linens and breakfast; the double/single rooms have a private bathroom. The guesthouse has a barbecue area for guests to use. On-site parking is available. Guests can arrange airport transfers with the hotel. The guest house can host upto 18 - 28 guests.

Great reception very welcoming

Reviewed By Mcivan250

I had a beautiful stay at Mubwiza courts it was like i was home again they have great view of the city its 15 minutes away from the city and a good cheif with his Rwandan cuisine ?? Am sure you would all love it there will be back soon

9. St Augustine Apart & Hotel

KK 567 St. Corner KK 583 St., Gikondo, Kigali 3949 Rwanda
Excellent
71%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7 reviews

St Augustine Apart & Hotel

Situated 1.9 km from Mont Rebero (Lookout over Kigali) in Gikondo, St Augustine Apart & Hotel is an affordable hotel features a restaurant,bar and free fastWiFi throughout the property. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. The hotel also offers car hire.The nearest airport is Kigali International Airport.

Breakfast take away

Reviewed By katierinc

Called ahead to order take away breakfast. It was timely, cheap and delicious! They gave me much more than I expected for 4 $USD - scrambled eggs, toast, fruit and yogurt. Very filling! Would recommend!

10. Silver Motel

684 KG Kibagaba, Kigali Rwanda
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 3 reviews

Silver Motel

Best place for resting

Reviewed By 913emmanueln

I like Kigali place especially this one where they have a good room ,they have also a good customer care for their client and also have nice climate with fresh air from natural environment. I am please to show every about this wonderful moment I get from here at nice price. I am very and very happy for this for this moment I got here during the time I spent here and as well as to have a good friend that helped me to know some of the Kigali place and other country visiting place I like Kigali so much because it is clear and security place where we move from one place to other without any one to limit you and I like the way you treat the customers during this period of covid 19 that take place in whole nation of African and in the world in general as shows the to be protected by sanitize my hands with clear water and soap or by using hand sanitizer which is public acce

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