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Virunga House

4.0 star property
Explore volcanic landscapes by day and cozy up by the firepit at night. Indulge in local culture at this upscale guesthouse.

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Near Volcanoes National Park, Virunga House offers a serene retreat with an art gallery, a firepit for chilly evenings, and free in-room WiFi. Unwind on the scenic terrace or explore the surrounding landscape with ecotours. Enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe or attend a daily manager's reception to mingle with fellow travelers.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Rainfall showerhead
4 bathrooms
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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 snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding 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 - 0.9 km
  • Shyira Diocese Cathedral
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Musanze Modern Market
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
    14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Musanze Caves
    24 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Amikus Coffee & Pizza
    2 min drive
  • Migano Cafe, Lounge, and Grill
    2 min drive
  • Hotel Muhabura Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • La Paillotte
    2 min drive
  • Texas Bar
    9 min drive

About this property

Virunga House

Upscale guest house near Volcanoes National Park
Consider a stay at Virunga House and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and an art gallery on-site. Adventurous travellers may like the ecotours at this guest house. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a 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.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Pet-grooming services, secured bike storage and bike tour information
Room features
All guest rooms at Virunga House boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate dining areas and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Private fenced gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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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 transport

  • 24-hour return 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/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 accessible parking space
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • 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
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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-per cent 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 are 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-lead area, pet-sitting services and pet-grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 300 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 100 (return), (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 per cent 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 on-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Virunga House Muhoza
Virunga House Guesthouse
Virunga House Guesthouse Muhoza

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 at Virunga House?

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 to midnight for a fee of 20%.

What time is check-out at Virunga House?

Checkout 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 selected 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

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

8/10 Good

mario

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

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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