Accommodations in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda range from Budget/basic, Midrange to 5 Star/Luxury. The various accommodation facilities are available in and around Volcanoes National Park, and they make it easier for tourists visiting Rwanda for gorilla trekking to enjoy their holiday.
Volcanoes N/Park/Parc National des Volcans is situated on the Northwestern side of Rwanda, about 2-3 hours’ drive from Kigali capital. It is also surrounded by Virunga National Park in the D.R. Congo and Uganda’s Mgahinga Park -East Central Africa.
Luxury accommodation
Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Lying within the Musanze region just next to Kinigi offices of Volcanoes National Park, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is a luxury lodge anyone visiting Rwanda for gorilla trekking should consider for an overnight stay. This 5-Star lodge lies at the base of the Virunga volcanoes guaranteeing guests absolutely breathtaking views of the surrounding volcanoes and countryside. Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge is managed by Governor’s Camp and it consists of 8 (eight) cottages, each providing a clear view of the park and guests enjoy ultimate privacy.
The cottages at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge are spacious and they come with a luxurious sitting area, fireplace, bedroom 24 hour electricity, bathroom, dressing room, running water, etc.
Bisate Lodge
Bisate Lodge is a luxury located next to Kinigi offices of Volcanoes National Park. This luxury hospitality sits on 42ha of land and it is built right on an eroded volcanic cone offering remarkable views of Mt. Karisimbi and Bisoke. It has 6 en-suite rooms/chalets and they are fitted with up-to-date facilities.
The bathrooms have amenities such as bathrobes, room spray, body lotions, liquid soap, double basin vanity, insect repellents, umbrella, tissue dispenser, shampoo and conditioner, and slippers. General facilities and services at Bisate Lodge include the main lounge, bar, restaurant, massage and spa, children’s corner, curio corner, emergency radios, and more.
Virunga Lodge
Located at an altitude of about 2175m, Virunga Lodge is one of the luxurious eco-friendly lodges in Rwanda and it overviews the Virunga Volcanoes plus the twin lakes- Burera and Ruhondo. The amenities in Virunga Lodge include a bar, Dian Fossey map room, laundry services, fireplace, restaurant, spa and sauna, and curio shop.
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Located in Kinigi, Musanze district in Northwestern Rwanda, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge is a luxury safari lodge offering the best accommodation services for visiting Volcanoes National Park. This lodge sits just on the outskirts of the park, a short distance from Kinigi offices where briefing on gorilla trekking rules and allocation of gorilla families is always done. Mountain Gorilla View Lodge is comprised of 30 luxurious cottages, and these are available as double, twin, and triple. It is built using stones, grass thatched making it an eco-friendly facility with a private balcony for guests to enjoy uninterrupted views of the surrounding Virunga Volcanoes; an en-suite bathroom, flashing toilet, luxurious living area, fireplace, and more.
The popular facilities/services at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge include a fully stocked bar, restaurant, turn-down services, laundry services, lounge, terrace, TV, internet, coffee & tea making equipment, garden, and more.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
5 Volcanoes Boutique Hotel lies along the route to Kinigi offices of Volcanoes National Park. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Volcanoes N/Park and it takes its name from the 5 Virunga Volcanoes in Rwanda. It consists of 8 deluxe rooms, and its deluxe room is categorized into 2 – single and double with each fitted with a mini fridge, flat-screen TV, tea, and coffee-making equipment.
The facilities and services provided at 5 Volcanoes Boutique Hotel include a restaurant, gardening, bar, swimming pool, etc. Possible safari activities to do by guests living at this hotel include gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, birding, etc.
Midrange accommodation
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge is a midrange accommodation located in Kinigi headquarters of Volcanoes National Park. It is one of the eco-friendly accommodation facilities, with 23 en-suite cottages and these comprise a single, twin, double and triple rooms. The common amenities at Le Bambou include a fireplace, daily housekeeping, reed or work desk, free Wi-Fi, a bathroom shower, a restaurant, a bar, laundry 24-hour reception, tea or coffee in the lobby, and more.
Gorillas Volcanoes Hotel
Located in Musanze, Northwestern Rwanda, Gorillas Volcanoes Hotel is one of the best places that tourists visiting Volcanoes National Park for gorilla safari tour should consider for an overnight stay. This hotel facility has 31 luxurious rooms, a shower, an en-suite bathtub, a restaurant, a bar, and other amenities.
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge is a standard hospitality facility, located in Volcanoes National Park. It is one of the newly set up mid-range lodges strategically built in Kinigi, about 20 minute drive away. It has 5 cottages and its rooms come with facilities such as private bathrooms, large opening windows, a living room, cozy beds, pair of slippers, a fireplace and heaters, Free Wi-Fi, and bottled water. The main facilities at Da Vinci Lodge include 24-hour room service, a restaurant, fast internet, a fully stocked bar, hot water showers, laundry, a lounge, and more.
La Palme Hotel
Hotel La Palme Volcanoes National Park is a midrange lodge that visitors on a gorilla tour can book for all their overnight stays. Located in Musanze town, Northwestern Rwanda, La Palme Hotel is a 3-star hotel facility and it has amazing facilities including a restaurant, airport shuttle, room telephone, bar, Wi-Fi, enough parking, and others.
Budget accommodation
Kinigi Guesthouse
Locally referred to as “Village Touristique de Kinigi”, Kinigi Guesthouse is a budget lodge located in Kinigi and from Ruhengeri, it is just 11kms away. It is built at the foothills of Mount Sabyinyo, thus offering clear view of the Virunga volcanoes and Volcanoes National Park home to endangered mountain gorillas. It has a capacity of about 40pax, with 4 VIP suites, luxurious rooms, hot showers, 4 shared dormitories, and other amenities.
Muhabura Hotel
Muhabura hotel is a budget Rwanda gorilla safari lodge, located in Musanze in the Northern Province of Rwanda. It is a facility that is comprised of 30 rooms, with a cozy environment making it one of the best places to settle after your long day gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park. Muhabura Hotel has self-contained rooms, with warm showers, baths, satellite TV, laundry services, Wi-Fi access, etc.
