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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Randa's House I Homestay in Ruhengeri offers family-friendly rooms with free WiFi, private check-in and check-out services, and a lounge. Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and cooking classes. Convenient Facilities: The homestay provides a paid shuttle service, bike and car hire, tour desk, luggage storage, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a hairdryer, ground-floor unit, and slippers. Local Attractions: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is 24 mi away, offering opportunities for cycling and other activities. The property is highly rated for its family-friendly environment, attentive host, and clean rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kieran
    Ireland Ireland
    Staying at Monica and Norbert's home was a true Rwandan homestay experience. We were welcomed warmly into the home and invited to lunch with their friends when we arrived much earlier than expected. The rooms and bathroom were clean. Note - cold...
  • Menchaca
    United States United States
    the room was clean and comfortable, and you feel like part of the family. norbert helped me plan my trip, and monica’s food was delicious.
  • Adam
    Canada Canada
    Excellent accommodation that deserves far more visitors. One of my favourite places I've ever stayed at. Very welcoming hosts, clean and comfortable room, great freshly cooked breakfast and dinner both included. Very suitable for visiting...
  • Daniel
    United States United States
    I loved this homestay so much I came back again three weeks later! After leaving the homestay on my first stay I went to Uganda, but I missed the family and I missed their lovely home environment so I returned. It’s been wonderful to be back. It’s...
  • Daniel
    United States United States
    This homestay is wonderful! I am so happy that I found it. The room is clean and quiet, the breakfast and dinner that are included are tasty, but the best part is the family. They are so kind and welcoming — for this reason this is my favorite...
  • Juan
    Argentina Argentina
    Best experience in Rwanda, they help me with everything, we eat together everyday local food homemade, they received me from the best way always with a smile, the place is clean, located in a chill area so thats really cool. And you can book any...
  • Norbert
    United States United States
    Monique, the manager helped with planning trips to Bisoke, gorilla trekking, bike tour of Twin Lakes (Norbert her husband was the guide and is very nice!), Musanze daily visits for entertainment, helped with transport to/from Kigali & a great cook...
  • Amanda
    Australia Australia
    Monica and Norbert are the perfect hosts. I can’t emphasise enough how much you need to book this place! Monica took care of so many arrangements for us, from twin lakes hiking (highly recommend), to golden monkey transport. But best of all are...
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved staying with Monica and her family. Everyone was very welcoming and it was a very easy and caring stay from start to finish. The house was incredibly clean and the bed was so comfortable. Each meal I ate was delicious, especially breakfast...
  • Sivan
    France France
    Monique & Norbert are the nicest people you’ll ever meet, and their 2 daughters Nikka and Kara are just the cutest. I spent 3 nights at their house and it felt like being at home. Monique’s homemade food is delicious and having dinners with the...

Hosted by Norbert and Monique

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Host Review Score
Norbert and Monique
We provide the Home stay based accommodation that goes in line with the authentic Hidden African experiences... Hicking, Nature walks, village tours and Community experiences. ✓Island Homestay ✓The twin lakes tour ✓Volcanoes Belt Cycling tour ✓A day with countryside community You're most welcome!
Norbert and Monique are tourism professionals with experience in tourism and hospitality industry since 2015 when they were classmates at college, fell in love then got married (with one child... her name is RANDA). Monique has a managerial and guest relations experience in hospitality management for many years therefore she knows really what it means to have a wonderful sleep with a decent breakfast to a guest before starting the day. while Norbert is a tour guide that organizes different tours, he has been doing this for quite some time and is an award winner (2019) a the best guide. meanwhile he also provides travel tips and takes care of your adventures experience on your demand.
We are located in Residential part of Musanze town near Meru Cyuve Petrol sation only 2 Kilometers from central town and only 30 Minutes drive away from Famous Mountain Gorillas and Mount Bisoke Hike starting Point as well as the Dian Fossey Museum. 20 Minutes drive away from the Twin lakes and only 7minutes drive away from Musanze Caves. It can also take you approximately one and a half hours walk to explore Musanze town by visiting different charming art galleries, restaurants, Bars, amazing Volcanoes view points and Access different ATMs in the Central town.
Languages spoken: English,French

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Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

2 years old
Crib upon request
$10 per child, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.