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Tugende House

2.0 star property
Hostel in Kigali with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Exterior
Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Front of property
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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19 KG 622 St, Kigali, Kigali City
  • Place, Kigali Convention Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kigali Heights
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Kigali
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kigali

Tugende House places you within a leisurely stroll of Kigali Heights and Rwanda Development Board. This hostel has 8 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kigali Convention Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kigali Heights - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Kigali - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • BK Arena - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kimironko Market - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Efes Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sol e Luna - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪One Cup - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tugende Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Question Coffee - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Tugende House

Hostel in Kigali with free breakfast and a coffee shop
Guests of Tugende House have access to free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space, luggage storage, and tours or tickets.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Tugende House?

Tugende House offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Tugende House?

This hostel is located in Kigali, a short 8-minute walk from Kigali Heights and also 10 minutes on foot from Rwanda Development Board. You'll also find Stade Amahoro and BK Arena within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Tugende House?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Tugende House have a casino?

No, Tugende House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tugende House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tugende House?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some rooms include garden views.

Does Tugende House have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Tugende House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Tugende House serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Tugende House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tugende House though service animals are welcome.

Does Tugende House have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Tugende House?

The closest major airport to Tugende House is Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.), which is 3.2 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Tugende House?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Tugende House.

Reviews

Tugende House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emerance

The front desk lady was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
The staff were available 24/7. The included breakfast was the best meal of the day. The location was terrific for our conference at the International Conf Centre which is easily walkable. The price was “a deal”. In future, “my venue” in Kigali. 4 .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lambert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hostel for cyclists right next to the big Kigali Convention Center. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023