Mid-range Accommodations in Volcanoes national Park
Sambora Lodge
Mid-range Accommodations in Volcanoes national Park, Boasting of its scenic views of the volcanoes, Sambora Kinigi lodge is an exquisite accommodation where modern luxury meets authentic Rwandan culture. It is located at the foot of the Virunga ranges and a perfect stopover on your gorilla trekking adventure or a hike of one of the volcanoes. Being surrounded by the eucalyptus trees, this accommodation offers a serene atmosphere similar to that of One & Only Gorilla’s nest though at a much affordable cost.
ambora lodge is built with a blend of natural material and modern luxury. It comprises 3 cottages that is; the Kwitonda cottage, Sabinyo cottage, and Kanyamiheto cottage that provide a perfect combination of comfort and tranquility
Each room at this property features a king size bed/ a twin bed, premium linen, en suite rain showers, and a private terrace that opens up to the beautiful views of the gardens and the volcanoes. All the accommodation rates are inclusive of complimentary such as snacks, tea, coffee, 45 minutes massage treatment and Wi-Fi.
This facility also offers a number of amenities and services such as wellness treatments such as massages that assist relieve sore muscles after a hike, and a restaurant which serves meals that are meticulously crafted by an experienced chef using locally sourced ingredients from the surrounding communities. All meals on the menu are customized to cater for individual preferences and dietary needs.
Virunga Inn Resort and Spa
Sited at the base of the Volcanoes national park, Virunga Inn resort and Spa is a stunning, gorgeous, and beautiful accommodation with magnificent views of the Virunga mountain ranges. It is located a few minutes away from the Ellen DeGeneres campus of Dian Fossey
The accommodation offers rustically styled rooms and outdoor space with beautifully blooming and outstanding gardens. All of the rooms are comfortable, spacious, clean, and comprise a king size/twin beds, power showers, tea/coffee making facilities and Wi-Fi as well as large terraces that offer fantastic views of the volcanoes.
Virunga Inn Resort and Spa also provides other amenities to the visitors such a lounge for relaxation, a health and fitness facility, and the Heza restaurant that serves a variety of buffets and a la carte meals.
Amarembo by touchdown
Sited within the lush greenery with scenic views of the majestic Virunga ranges, Amarembo by touchdown offers a blend of the wild beauty of nature and the luxury and comfort of contemporary hospitality. Amarembo by touchdown comprises deluxe rooms, executive rooms, and standard rooms each featuring expansive windows that opens up to the natural beauty of the outside surrounding. These rooms feature king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms, and a private balcony that allows guests to enjoy the serene sights and the sounds of nature. They are also equipped with amenities such as a safe, hair dryer, mini bar fridge, walk in shower, heated blankets, and coffee/tea facility, among others.
Other than accommodation, this facility also offers a number of amenities and facilities such as a swimming pool, the famous Amarembo Boma, and an exquisite dining experience with meals crafted by the chefs from locally sourced ingredients yet meet the global culinary techniques. Each of the dishes served is a celebration of Rwanda’s tradition and cultural heritage served in an elegant setting that invites one to savour each bite.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Embedded along the route that leads to the Volcanoes national park gate, Five Volcanoes Boutique hotel is one of the top mid-range accommodation near Volcanoes national park that offers travelers a blend of privacy, affordability, and convenience on their gorilla trekking safari. The national park headquarters can be accessed by a 10 minutes’ drive from this lodge. Five Volcanoes is a colonial-style accommodation that features beautiful flower gardens and is surrounded by different tree species, and shrubs. This lodge offers picturesque vistas of the volcanoes of the Virunga mountain ranges from your vantage point. It comprises 9 deluxe rooms (double/twin/triple), a family suite, honey moon cottage, and 3 standard (double/twin/triple) all modestly designed and possess either a king size bed or two separate beds and a bathroom with rainfall shower.
Five Volcanoes Boutique hotel also provides guests with amenities such as a swimming pool, massage, sauna, and steam for ultimate relaxation, a well-stocked bar and a restaurant that serves a variety of cuisines catering for every individual’s needs and preferences.
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Tucked gracefully near Rwanda’s Volcanoes national park on the slopes of the Virunga ranges at the foot of the Sabinyo Mountain, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge is a perfect gorilla safari stopping point for travelers seeking less costly yet comfortable accommodation on their gorilla trekking safari. It is located a few minutes’ drive away from the Volcanoes national park entry gate within a biologically diverse flora and fauna containing shrubs, trees, monkeys, and a number of bird species. Mountain Gorilla View lodge comprises 30 stone-and-thatched cottages (twins, doubles, singles, and triples) each thoughtfully spaced and comfortably furnished and feature fire places, coffee machine, private shower, a hair dryer, toiletries, and a window that opens up to the stunning landscape of Rwanda allowing guests an opportunity to gaze upon the cloud-covered Virunga mountain tops on a clear day.
The lodge offers guests other amenities such as spa treatment such as massages, sauna, and steam, a swimming pool, a fully stocked bar, and a restaurant that serves meals, both local and continental options either as buffet or a la carte depending on the number of guests at the lodge. It also offers guests daily performances of traditional Rwandan song and dance.
Mountain Gorilla View lodge can be accessed on a 2.5 hours’ drive from Kigali.
Amakoro Songa Lodge
Positioned at the foothills of the 5 volcanoes within Volcanoes national park, Amakoro Songa lodge is a luxurious eco-friendly retreat that rests on a 7 acre piece of land just a few minutes’ drive away from the Volcanoes national park headquarters thus an ideal base for a gorilla trekking experience to Volcanoes national park. This accommodation showcases 8 luxurious cottages with spacious rooms carefully crafted to blend with the natural environment and designed with inspiration from the black volcanic rocks that define the Virunga massif mountainous realm. Each of the cottages is carefully decorated with rustic elegance, smoothly merging local elements with modern designs that radiate comfort and warmth and features a fire place and glass windows that open up to the beautiful landscapes of Rwanda and the volcanic mountains in the Virunga Conservation Area.
Amahoro Songa lodge offers guests different amenities and services such as massages after the gorilla trekking hikes, a well-stocked bar and a fully functioning restaurant with chefs that prepare both local and continental dishes with fresh spices and vegetables grown on-sight giving every meal an infusion of Rwanda flavors.