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About the Hotel

Rn4, Ruhengeri, Rwanda
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Near Volcanoes National Park
Very good
7.9
/10
4.1
/5

Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Virunga Hotel Ruhengeri sits 6 minutes' walk from Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International. Providing guests with a swimming pool and a treatment room, hot public baths, and locker rooms, this hotel is located a few moments from Karisoke Research Center.

Location

You'll need 50-minute drive to Goma airport. The 3-star hotel also gives access to Church, which is 1.2 km away.

Rwanda Gorilla Safari National Park lies a 25-minute walk away.

Musanze Park bus station is 250 metres from the Virunga.

Rooms

This property has 29 rooms with a balcony. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini fridge bar are provided. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, and such comforts as hairdryers and dressing gowns.

Eat & Drink

The smoke-free Virunga Hotel features an à la carte restaurant with European menu. It offers a variety of fruit desserts that will suit all tastes. This Ruhengeri hotel invites guests to the lounge bar to relax with a drink.

Leisure & Business

You can join biking, hiking, and climbing at the property, and cars are available for rent. This hotel is also convenient for going cave exploring. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as a photocopy machine and complimentary wireless internet access, along with access to a business centre.

Must-do experiences

  • Trek to Volcanoes National Park for mountain gorilla encounters.
  • Savor local Isombe dish at the cozy Restaurant La Paillotte.
  • Visit the lively Ruhengeri Market for fresh produce and crafts.
  • Explore the breathtaking lakes of Burera and Ruhondo nearby.
  • Experience traditional music at Musanze Cultural Centre on weekends.
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Virunga Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Single Room Balcony
1 person
220 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Bathtub
Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Bathtub
Double or Twin Room Balcony
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Facilities

Virunga Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Hiking
  • Tennis

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Plunge pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Hot spring bath
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Virunga Hotel Location

Rn4, Ruhengeri, Rwanda
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Rn4, Ruhengeri, Rwanda
Nearby
Volcanoes National Park
Karisoke Research Center
1400 ft
Restaurants
La Paillotte
200 ft
off NR 4 Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Ruhengeri16 min  ·  4300 ft
Airports
Goma International Airport (GOM)101 min  ·  41.8 mi
Kigali International Airport (KGL)156 min  ·  64.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:59
Check-out
from 05:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$7 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Swahili
Number of rooms:
29

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Virunga Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 23 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
96%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.8/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
8.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
6.6/10
Location
8.4/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
8.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 69 reviews
7.9/10
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