Accommodation in Nyungwe national park, Rwanda means lodges, hostels and resorts that re within and around the park. Nyungwe national park is Rwanda’s chimpanzee capital where hundreds of chimpanzees dwell from. The park is located in the southwest part of Rwanda and it is surrounded by 5 districts and these are; Nyaruguru district, Nyamagabe, Karongi, Nyamasheke and Rusizi district. Nyungwe is such a prestigious national park in Rwanda where eco-lodges coexist with nature, chimpanzees and other creatures. These districts that surround Nyungwe national park have independent and recommended accommodation. These accommodations that are a bit far from the park normally their rates are low compared to accommodations near and within Nyungwe national park. Some of the accommodations around Nyungwe national park include;
One and Only Nyungwe House: This 5 star lodge is located in the park and it offers first class service. This lodge is within the forests of Nyungwe and it is liked by nature lovers and true forest enthusiasts.
Nyungwe Top View Hotel: This is a 3 star lodge and it is located near Gisakura center, offering breathtaking view of Nyungwe national park. it is about 3minutes drive to Gisakura information center in the park.
Gisakura Family Hostel: This is a family house with about 5 rooms, sitting room, restrooms and kitchen. It is recommended for families or couples who might want total privacy during their stay.
E.R.A Gisakura Guest House: This is a budget accommodation located about 300meters away from Gisakura information center.
Emeraude Kivu Resort: This is another amazing lodge located in Rusizi district which is about 1hour 10minutes drive to Uwinka guest information center. It is a 3 star lodge located on the shore of Lake Kivu offering the view of Democratic Republic of Congo.
Peace Guest House: It is a budget accommodation located about 49 kilometers from Nyungwe national park. It favors mostly budget travelers.
Hotel Du Lac: This is a midrange hotel offering the view of River Rusizi. It is located 51 kilometers away from Uwinka reception in Nyungwe national park.
Other recommended accommodations according to their districts;
Recommended accommodations in Nyaruguru district include;
Regina Pacis Kibeho hotel: This has over 40 rooms, there are also dormitories for backpackers and for group travelers and this is the best choice. You can also visit a local shrine called Shrine of Our Lady of Kibeho, learn about ancient beliefs as well.
Norte Dame Kibeho Rest-house, this guest house is also available to provide accommodation to travelers. These lodges are as far as 2hours drive to the park. Meaning if you sleep in one of these lodges and you want to track chimpanzees in Nyungwe national park, you have to wake up as early as 5am.
Recommended accommodation in Nyamasheke district include
Golden monkey hotel: It has over 28 rooms, free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, and 24/7 open front desk. This good stopover for tourists in groups or couples.
Kitabi Eco-Center: This is about 41minutes drive to Nyungwe national park.
Nyungwe Nziza Eco-Lodge, it is about 40minutes drive to Nyungwe national park and it is located in Nyamagabe district.
Recommended accommodations in Karongi district include;
Mariah Hill Resort: This overlooks Lake Kivu. It is a midrange accommodation and it mostly liked by travelers who are truly nature lovers and want to engage in boat cruise on Lake Kivu.
Rwiza Village: This is also another amazing accommodation that gives epic view of Lake Kivu and the surrounding area.
Home Saint Jean: This is another accommodation at the top of the mountain with the clear view of the lake. The lodge welcomes you as you enter Karongi town from Muhanga side.
Comoran Lodge: This modern lodge offers the best view of Lake Kivu and Mountain Nyiragongo in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Delta Resort Hotel: Enjoy this amazing hotel that is located on the shore of Lake Kivu. The lodge is crafted with the mix of modern and ancient architecture.
