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Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel

2.0 star property
Golf hostel near Kigali Convention Centre

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Outdoor pool
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Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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KN 14 Avenue, Kimihurura, Kigali
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Kigali1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKigali Heights3 min walk
  • Popular LocationKigali Convention Centre9 min walk
  • AirportKigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.)13 min drive

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10/10 Exceptional
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

8/10 Very Good
  • 118 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

7.5/10 Good
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kigali

Heart of Kigali.Your stay at this hostel will put you steps from University of Kigali and a 5-minute walk from Kigali Heights. Kigali Business Centre and Kigali Convention Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Kigali - 1 min walk
  • Kigali Heights - 3 min walk
  • Kigali Convention Centre - 9 min walk
  • Rwanda Development Board - 15 min walk
  • BK Arena - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Inka Steakhouse - 20 min walk
  • Question Coffee - 20 min walk
  • Mumbai Spice Kitchen - 2 min drive
  • 360° Degrees Pizza - 5 min walk
  • Republika Lounge - 4 min drive

About this property

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel

Golf hostel near Kigali Convention Centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hostel measures 215 square feet (20 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at the business-friendly Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kigali hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 215 sq ft of conference space
  • 20 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1993
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel offers 14 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. This Kigali hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for RWF 20000.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: RWF 9000 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: RWF 20000.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. <

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Discover Rwanda
Discover Rwanda Hostel
Discover Rwanda Youth
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Kigali
Discover Rwanda Youth Kigali
Discover Youth Hostel Rwanda
Hostel Rwanda
Rwanda Hostel
Rwanda Youth Hostel
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Kigali
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel to the airport?

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel is 4.6 mi (13-min drive) away from the Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of RWF 9000 per vehicle, roundtrip.

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel offer free breakfast?

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel offers free breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel have a pool?

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel features an outdoor pool.

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel to downtown Kigali?

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel is 1.6 mi away from Kigali.

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 81 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Roberta, Canada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They are currently shifting to the place across the street, so things are bit haphazard as they make the change. They did switch us to a different room when our key wasnt working. They also worked very hard to accomodate us in other ways. Overall good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
This is a good, bare bones hostel for budget travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a fantastic stay at Discover Kigali.
It was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Espen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A place to sleep, bring your own food and Coffee
Low cost. And the outside area was cool. Showers and toiletts was ok. Tried to contact the hostel some day before arreivel, to organize transport from the airport, but No answere on email. If you want food with your Breakfast get up early and start waiting in the food area. There will only be food to the 4-5 frist in line.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Signe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Tom, Kenya

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly place in a good location.
A good place - the funds raised support a local charity. Nice open air restaurant and good food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely and I was satisfied!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

James, Northampton, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price and good location.
Was in a good spot and the rooms were fine, most of the staff were friendly, some others not so much. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017