Located close to Musanze Modern Market, Virunga House provides an art gallery on-site, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travellers can enjoy ecotours at this guest house. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Virunga, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Located in Muhoza, Virunga House is near the airport and near the beach. Shoppers can visit Musanze Modern Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Volcanoes National Park and Musanze Caves. Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and ziplining nearby.
Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
14 min drive - 9.3 miles
Musanze Caves
24 min drive - 15.9 miles
Restaurants
Texas Bar
9 min drive
Crema
16 min walk
House of Beer
2 min drive
Isange BF Restaurant
2 min drive
Le Barcheri
2 min drive
About this property
Virunga House
Guest house near Musanze Modern Market
Located close to Volcanoes National Park, Virunga House provides an art gallery on-site, a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travellers may like the ecotours at this guest house. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Virunga, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a bike shuttle
Free newspapers, beach towels and local meal delivery service
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Children's slippers, children's dinnerware and children's books
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Private fenced gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Virunga House?
As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Virunga House on 9 Nov 2026 start from £49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Virunga House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Virunga House?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:30 AM to
12:30 PM for a fee of USD 20.
What time is check-out at Virunga House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).
Where is Virunga House located?
Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Musanze Modern Market, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Volcanoes National Park. Musanze Caves is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Virunga House Reviews
7.6
Good
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it is a good stop over to volcano national park. about 20 mins drive.
the property is okay. it was well kept. the room was gorgeous but the mattress was terrible. it is hard and gave me backache.
the breakfast can be made better.
the staff is nice.
We were only here for one night, but Frances was a great host. The room as clean and comfortable, and he provided a good breakfast. We opted not to go to Volcanoes National Park, but Frances provided us with a great guide, who took us to Twin Lakes. On that trip we met MANY wonderful Rwandans out in the countryside, and saw beautiful scenery. The next morning our guide, Janvier, took us to the park where the baby gorilla naming ceremony is held, then out into the countryside again. FANTASTIC!
I had a great time at Virunga Homestay, I initially only booked for a few nights but then stayed over a week. Francis is a very considerate, helpful, and accommodating host. The place is very clean, spacious and quiet. The homestay has good wifi and warm showers and the breakfast was wonderful, I highly recommend it. I will definitely come back.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Begaly
27 Feb 2020
Disliked: Staff & service
But a terribly weak wi-fi that works very poorly
VIRUNGA HOMESTAY & CAMPSITES met me well, arranged in a large room, prepared a delicious and plentiful breakfast. Thanks!
But a terribly weak wi-fi that works very poorly.
He asked to organize a sightseeing tour of the Volcanoes National Park on a motobike, they said that it costs 5 thousand Rwandan francs. I agreed. A motorbiker arrived and took me and when they left the city he took 5 thousand francs from me and began to extort another 5 thousand francs. I refused to give an additional 5 thousand francs and the motorbiker without completing the tour returned to the city.