Top Hotels in Musanze, Rwanda (Tried & Recommended!)

I’m sharing the top hotels in Musanze, Rwanda, from my own experiences, visits, and recommendations from trusted guides and friends. Musanze attracts a lot of visitors because of the gorillas. As such, there are tons of hotel and lodging options to choose from, but just be prepared: accommodation can be pricey, and budget-friendly options are limited.

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Budget Friendly

Red Rocks Rwanda

This cultural center and accommodation is an excellent budget-friendly option. Also, the property offers on-site activities like botany tours, cooking classes, and more. The accommodation has dorms, glamping-style tents, a campground, and cabins. Prices range between $50-$80/night. I did a botany tour on site and thought this center looked super cute. I’d definitely stay here another time. I loved the mural in the community area.

Randa’s House Homestay

Our trusty local guide, Norbert and his wife Monica run a homestay in Musanze. I’m planning on staying there at the end of the year.

Pictures from Randa’s House Homestay

The double room is $40 per night ($20 for single occupancy), and a triple room for $17 per person. They share one bathroom, and the cost includes a local dinner with the family!

Pictures from Randa’s House Homestay

Norbert also operates excellent hiking and biking tours in Musanze, as well as other adventures. Contact Norbert on Instagram or WhatsApp him to book the tours at +250786797771. And contact Monica for hotel bookings at ‪+250787519991‬.

Little Birds Paradise

We have considered staying at Little Birds Paradise, and we probably will at some point during our time living in Kigali. It looks nice and comfortable for just around $50 a night.

Moderate

La Locanda

We had a great 2-night experience at La Locanda. Veg breakfast and dinner are included, as are alcohol and laundry. One night we had a loud guest on the other side of the wall, but for the most part, it was a great time. Additionally, the staff is nice and will help organize your activities if you need them.

Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge

On our second visit to Musanze, we stayed at Tiloreza, and it was amazing. The service at the hotel was excellent as the staff were helpful in getting us set up for our Golden Monkey tour. The hotel provides gators and washes your boots after hiking. They also put in hot water bottles in our bed each evening, and it was chilly; I almost cried becuase it was so nice. Just don’t eat here for lunch (it’s a proper scam at $30 per person for a light dish).

The pool is great on a hot afternoon!

My Hill Eco Lodge

Clearly one of the top hotels in Musanze, My Hill Eco Lodge is a beautiful lakeside lodge. We visited for lunch while on the Twin Lake bike ride in 2022 and again in 2025 on a Twin Lake Hike with Norbert. The lodge is the perfect place to hide away for a couple of days. It’s also possible to do all the activities at Volcanoes National Park becuase they start serving breakfast at 5am. You can organize a boat + transportation to the reception center to do hikes, the Golden Monkey, and the Gorillas.

The views of the volcano chain are stunning on a clear day.

There are deluxe rooms and glamping tents available. Tip: The glamping tents have the most panoramic view of the volcanoes.

Byiza Lodge

Byiza Lodge has been recommended to me by Norbert as well. If you want good views without having to take a boat (like you need to do to reach My Hill Eco Lodge), then Byiza Lodge is your best option. The rooms look comfortable and cute with excellent views.

Your rate includes breakfast and dinner. Book directly with the property on their website.

Luxury

Bisate Lodge

If we wanted to splurge (beyond our means) for one of the top hotels in Musanze, then Bisate Lodge would have been it. They built the rooms like large bird nests in the forest, and they look absolutely stunning. Only guests are allowed on the property.

One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

Another resort that looks straight out of White Lotus is the Gorilla’s Nest. The cabins and treehouses are built into the surrounding forest for an immersive experience, and the food is said to be amazing; for $4000+/night it should be life changing.

Sambora

Sambora includes all means and some drinks, and even a massage. Suites go fo around $500 per person, so it’s less of a splurge than the Gorilla’s Nest or Bisate.