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Virunga House

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Located close to Volcanoes National Park, Virunga House provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

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Room options

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A single bed with a wooden frame, a headboard, and a patterned rug.

Comfort Single Room

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a white and blue quilt, a rolled white towel, and patterned pillows.

Comfort Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Muhoza, Virunga House is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Volcanoes National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Gisenyi Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and rock climbing. Visit our Ruhengeri travel guide
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NM61ST, Muhoza, Northern, 157

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Ruhengeri
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shyira Diocese Cathedral
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Musanze Modern Market
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
    14 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Musanze Caves
    24 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Amikus Coffee & Pizza
    2 min drive
  • Texas Bar
    9 min drive
  • House of Beer
    15 min walk
  • Irises Salon de Fiestas
    11 min drive
  • Isange BF Restaurant
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 100; reservation required

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Ecotours
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 4 shared bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Computer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: 20-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, pet-sitting services, and pet grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 300 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 100 (roundtrip), (from 1 to 13 years old)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: 20-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and midnight
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 100

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Virunga House pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Virunga House?

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:30 PM– midnight for a fee of 20%.

What time is check-out at Virunga House?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Does Virunga House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 300 per vehicle applies.

Where is Virunga House located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Volcanoes National Park.

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

Virunga House Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

8.8

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

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value close to town

The house is a 15-20’ walk from the center. Difficult to communicate with the lady (no French, little English) but her husband speaks fluent French. Excellent breakfast, clean and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rapport qualité prix excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023