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Tugende House

2.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast and fresh coffee at this welcoming spot before heading out to explore Kigali's vibrant attractions

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Tugende House (Kigali)
Located in central Kigali, Tugende House offers a breakfast buffet and a coffee shop. Guests can enjoy local flavors at the restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The property consistently earns enthusiastic reviews from visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kigali is home to Tugende House. Kigali Business Centre and Kigali Heights are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nyandungu Urban Wetland Eco Tourism Park and Umusambi Village. Inema Art Center and Ivuka Arts Kigali are also worth visiting. Visit our Kigali travel guide
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19 KG 622 St, Kigali, Kigali City

What's nearby

  • Kigali Convention Centre
    Kigali Convention Centre
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kigali Heights
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kigali Business Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Kigali
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rwanda Development Board
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Efes Cafe
    15 min walk
  • Question Coffee
    15 min walk
  • The Hut
    7 min walk
  • Inka Steakhouse
    14 min walk
  • Monmartse
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Tugende House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tugende House?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tugende House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tugende House located?

Situated in Kigali, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kigali Heights, Rwanda Development Board, and University of Kigali. Kigali Convention Centre and Kigali Business Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Tugende House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hostel for cyclists right next to the big Kigali Convention Center. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Amenities
The staff were available 24/7. The included breakfast was the best meal of the day. The location was terrific for our conference at the International Conf Centre which is easily walkable. The price was “a deal”. In future, “my venue” in Kigali. 4 .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emerance

The front desk lady was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lambert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024