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Virunga House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Volcanoes National Park
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Restaurant
Comfort Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Free self parking
Exterior
Game viewing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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NM61ST, Muhoza, Northern, 157
  • Place, Cathedral of Ruhengeri
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Volcanoes National Park
  • Place, Musanze Modern Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Goma (GOM)
    ‪77 min drive‬
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Room options

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Comfort Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Comfort Single Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Comfort Double Room

  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ruhengeri

Virunga House places you 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Volcanoes National Park. This 4-star guesthouse has 6 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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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

  • ‪Crema - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Migano Cafe, Lounge, and Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Muhabura Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Paillotte - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Amikus Coffee & Pizza - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Virunga House

Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Volcanoes National Park
Virunga House features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 300 per vehicle roundtrip. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services. This hot springs guesthouse also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and bathrobes. Other amenities include 4 bathrooms, balconies, and dining areas. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 accessible parking space
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, pet-sitting services, and pet grooming services are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Virunga House Muhoza
Virunga House Guesthouse
Virunga House Guesthouse Muhoza

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Virunga House?

Virunga House offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Virunga House?

This guesthouse is located in Muhoza, close to Volcanoes National Park, Musanze Modern Market, and Red Rocks Arts Centre.

Is there parking available at Virunga House?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the guesthouse. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking, bicycle parking, and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Virunga House have a casino?

No, Virunga House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Virunga House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Virunga House good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar, a restaurant, and private winery tours.

Are there hot tubs at Virunga House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Virunga House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Virunga House serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Virunga House allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Virunga House for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. The property also provides an off-leash area and grooming services.

Does Virunga House have connecting rooms?

Yes, this guesthouse has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Virunga House?

Yes, every accommodation at Virunga House comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or courtyard views.

Virunga House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

8/10 Good

mario

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