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Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel

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A covered outdoor seating area with brick walls, wooden tables, and chairs, and a view of the surrounding landscape. - Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel (Kigali)
A residential building with a sloped roof, a brick section, and a white exterior. - Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel (Kigali)
A compact kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a built-in stove, and a sink. - Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel (Kigali)
A courtyard with a colorful brick wall, a white metal fence, and two large planters. - Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel (Kigali)
A four-poster canopy bed with a wooden frame and a white bedspread with red and white stripes. - Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel (Kigali)
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, a wooden chair, and a patterned blanket.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kigali is home to Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel. Niyo Arts Center and Inema Art Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Union Trade Center and Kigali Business Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nyamirambo Stadium or BK Arena. Visit our Kigali travel guide
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KG 503 St., Kigali

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.
    Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A large, multi-tiered stadium with a curved roof, illuminated by colorful lights.
    Kigali Convention Centre
    8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Niyo Arts Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kigali Heights
    7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Nyamirambo Stadium
    10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Museum Cafe, Kigali Memorial
    20 min walk
  • Niyo Art Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Bamboo Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Zamunda Cafe
    17 min walk
  • The House of Mandi
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 8 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM.

What time is check-out at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 10 per person applies.

Where is Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Kigali, this hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Niyo Arts Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Union Trade Center and Ivuka Arts Kigali. Kandt House Museum of Natural History and Inema Art Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

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

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

CS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little place with a very home-like feel. Great location right by the library and walking distance to the genocide memorial. The address on Expedia is wrong for this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Colorful, congenial and comfortable

The proprietor, coworkers and orphans are close-knit. One feels the love and bond they share. The proprietor and his colleagues have adorned the house with beautiful paintings, creative artwork and furniture. "Quaint" doesn't quite cover it. It is beautiful in its simplicity
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017