Virunga Homes

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Virunga Homes

7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
23 reviews

Virunga Homes is a recently renovated homestay in Ruhengeri where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and a shared kitchen, along with free Wifi throughout the property. There's free private parking, and the property features paid airport shuttle service. All units come with a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a fridge, and a shared bathroom with bidet. All units are air conditioned and include a seating and/or dining area. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the homestay can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. For guests with children, Virunga Homes provides an indoor play area and a baby safety gate. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is 25 miles from Virunga Homes.

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

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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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.5
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Managed by Virunga Homes

Company review score: 8.2Based on 23 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

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathrobe
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Free Wifi 1 Mbps. Suitable for browsing the internet and sending and receiving emails and messages. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Indoor play area
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Car rental
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • French

House rules

Virunga Homes takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

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

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Visa Cash Virunga Homes accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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.

FAQs about Virunga Homes

  • Virunga Homes offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Cooking class

  • Virunga Homes is 0.6 miles from the center of Ruhengeri. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Virunga Homes has 1 restaurant:

    • Home Restaurant

  • Check-in at Virunga Homes is from 10:00 AM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

  • The prices at Virunga Homes may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.