About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Virunga Homes in Ruhengeri offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a kitchenette, work desk, and free WiFi. Dining and Leisure: The homestay features a restaurant serving African cuisine, a bar, and a terrace. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy meals in the outdoor seating area. Convenient Amenities: Virunga Homes provides free on-site parking, a lounge, and a shared kitchen. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and daily housekeeping. Local Attractions: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is 25 mi away, offering opportunities for cycling and gorilla trekking.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Antonia
Austria Austria
I stayed with two friends for two nights, but originally had only planned to stay one night. The staff was very friendly and welcoming and flexible in extending my stay. The breakfast had lots of fresh fruit and it was not problem to have it at 5...
Tom
France France
Nice and kind people, clean and modern room, really conforfable, hot water, good breakfast ! They are really flexible and welcoming, definitely a good place to stay
Philip
Portugal Portugal
Personnel accueillant et sentiment d’être en famille
Emma
France France
Nous sommes très bien accueillis, les personnes qui y travaillent sont d’une grande gentillesse et très disponibles. Ils sont soucieux de faire leur maximum. Les chambres sont très bien. Environ à 20 min de la gare routière. Petit déjeuner très...

Managed by Virunga Homes

Company review score: 9Based on 11 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Virunga Homes is a luxury eco-lodge located in Musanze, Northern Province of Rwanda. The lodge is situated near the Volcanoes National Park, a protected area and home to many endangered species, including the critically endangered mountain gorillas. Virunga Homes provides a high-end experience for tourists visiting Rwanda, offering top-notch accommodation, food, and service while allowing guests to experience local Rwandan culture and stunning natural surroundings. The lodge also operates with a strong commitment to sustainable tourism practices, including minimizing their environmental impact and supporting local communities through partnerships and initiatives.

Property info

With garden views, Virunga Homes is situated in Ruhengeri and has a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, bar, garden, outdoor fireplace and picnic area. All units come with a terrace with mountain views, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a fridge, and a private bathroom with bidet. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. The homestay offers a vegetarian or vegan breakfast. At Virunga Homes guests are welcome to take advantage of a fitness room. The accommodation offers a business centre, free WiFi access, ironing service and free private parking. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Virunga Homes, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is 41 km from the homestay. The nearest airport is Ruhengeri, a few steps from Virunga Homes, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Neighborhood info

The city of Ruhengeri, sometimes known as Musanze, is located in the northern region of Rwanda. It serves as an entrance to Volcanoes National Park, which is known for its mountain gorilla population. The park includes the towering Mountains as well as the volcanoes that are covered in forest. The Musanze Caves, which are home to a large number of bats, are located on the outskirts of the town. Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo are located in the east, and there are rolling hills in that same direction.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Home Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Virunga Homes

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Virunga Homes takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 05:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
$5 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Virunga Homes of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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