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7 Most Expensive Lodges in Rwanda You Must Visit

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Written by Jesca

Do you want to visit and stay in one of the most expensive lodges in Rwanda? If so, then you’re in luck! Rwanda is home to a range of luxury and upscale lodges that will make your stay memorable. From 5-star hotels offering breathtaking views to private villas, the most expensive lodges in Rwanda offer something special for travellers seeking an unforgettable experience.

Rwanda is a beautiful country well known for its lush green scenery, friendly people, and unique wildlife. TheVe lodges offer visitors luxurious accommodations, top-notch service, and stunning views of the cityscape. If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience, then be sure to check out one of Rwanda’s expensive lodges. You won’t be disappointed.

Is Rwanda Expensive to Visit?

Rwanda’s prices are determined by how much money you’re willing to spend. For example, accommodation per person per night can cost as little as €6 or as high as €750. But the most expensive lodges in Rwanda are usually priced at around $250 per night. 

Does Rwanda Have Safaris?

Yes, Rwanda offers a variety of safaris for travellers. Whether you’re interested in trekking through the jungles, tracking gorillas, or exploring the beauty of Rwanda’s landscape, there are plenty of safari options to choose from. A guide and transport can be included at most lodges.

Which are the Most Expensive Lodges in Rwanda?

 Bisate Lodge tops the most expensive lodges in Rwanda. This luxurious Lodge offers top-of-the-line villas at a rate of $1,275 per night. Although expensive, they offer excellent services to those who can afford it. From luxurious suites with gorgeous views to secluded villas hidden away in nature, these lodges will surely make your Rwandan vacation unforgettable. So whether you’re looking to splurge on your accommodation or want to know where the wealthy go to holiday, keep reading to find out which lodges made our list.

Bisate Lodge

Bisate Lodge. Photo/ andBeyond.

One&Only Gorilla’s Nest Luxury Lodge

This Luxury Lodge is located near the Volcanoes National Park and offers spectacular views of the surrounding hills and valleys. With its tranquil atmosphere and scenic surroundings, the hotel is perfect for honeymooners, explorers, and anyone who appreciates nature. One&Only Gorilla’s Nest offers an authentic safari experience in the stunning location of mountains, meadows, and lakes.

With delicious food and beautiful rooms, you will be fully immersed in luxury during your stay. A single room costs about $600, and double luxury rooms can go up to $2,288 a night. Guests will be greeted with traditional Rwandan music and drumbeats as they enter the resort. They will then be served either rose water or Rwandan coffee in the main lodge, where they can learn more about the hotel and its surroundings.

Bisate Eco-lodge

Bisate Lodge

Bisate Lodge is one of the top luxury hotels in East Africa. Photo/ andBeyond.

The Bisate lodge is a Rwandan wildlife reserve situated in an extremely rare and picturesque location. The Lodge Villas have all the amenities you could hope for on your vacation. These include inside showers with both hot and warm water, a dressing room, and plenty of luggage space. The hotel also has a comfortable lounge area, a library stocked with books to help pass the time, a minibar service available 24/7, and even your own private butler.

In addition to these wonderful in-villa features, each villa also has its own large balcony affording stunning views of the park below as well as some mountains off in the distance. A double room per night at Bisate Eco-Lodge costs about $3000.

During your stay at Bisate Lodge, be sure to take advantage of their outstanding ranger-led gorilla trekking excursions into Volcanoes National Park (remember to bring your camera!). Or you could enjoy one of their many other nature walks or village tours which are guaranteed to make this trip one that you’ll never forget!

Virunga Lodge

Before Bisate Lodge, there was no other like Virunga Lodge – equally deserving of the most expensive lodges in Rwanda. This top-of-the-line lodge is owned by Volcanoes Safaris and boasts stunning views of the Volcanoes National Park. The quality services on offer have earned Virunga Lodge international awards!

The lodge has ten luxury cottages made from local materials and decorated with beautiful fabrics and African art. It’s truly a sight to behold.  Virunga Lodge also serves tasty African food grown right from the gardens nearby. A double room at Virunga Lodge costs about $1,100. This includes drinks and food. 

Ruzizi Tented Lodge

The Ruzizi Tented Lodge, managed by African Parks and located near the park headquarters, is one of the most expensive lodges in Rwanda.  Situated close to a lake with gorgeous views, It’s one of the best lodges in Akagera National Park. The lodge boasts a luxury atmosphere with 12 tents, each offering a private veranda overlooking the lake as well as attentive service and gourmet meals. 

Ruzizi Tented Lodge provides excellent accommodation for those who want to experience the wilderness but still enjoy comfort. The tents are equipped with hot showers and clean toilets, and the intercontinental food served is both tasty and fresh.

Campfires are set up every evening with plenty of opportunities to celebrate around the fire with drinks. Enjoy your stay in any of these exquisite establishments, and make the vacation one you will never forget.  Single rooms cost about $200 dollars​ a night.

Akagera Game Lodge

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Akagera Game Lodge. Photo/Akagera National Park

Akagera Game Lodge is the main competition to Ruzizi Tented Lodge. Unlike Ruzizi, they built Akagera from bricks and on a hill so that guests can experience stunning views of the park. The rooms are also more luxurious, with wooden furniture, stone walls, TVs, and internet access. Other amenities at the hotel include a large swimming pool and conference facilities that have been popular with businesses and non-profits alike.

Magashi Camp

Magashi, a luxury lodge owned by Wilderness Safaris, offers some of the most luxurious rooms in Akagera National Park. The view Magashi lodges overlook Lake Rwanyakazinga on the northeastern side of the park. They furnish each room with African art and operate as a private reserve to which only their guests have access.

Magashi camp offers various services to make your stay as comfortable as possible, including free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, baggage storage and more. You’ll also have plenty of activities to keep you busy during your stays, such as game drives, birding, guided nature walks and more.

The Retreat Heaven Boutique

Retreat Heaven Boutique is a 5-star, 20-room luxury hotel created by American owners. The rooms come complete with amenities like a mini bar, hair dryer, closet, extra-long beds, refrigerator and private balcony. Not to mention the property’s solar-powered swimming pool, sauna, hot tub and spa! During your stay, you can also enjoy the wine lounge or restaurant/bar. Retreat Heaven Boutique offers a few services: free parking, a pool, babysitting, a gift shop and laundry services. Other activities include bird watching, canoeing and gorilla trekking.

About the author

Jesca

Besigye is a Ugandan writer and a teacher by profession. She loves adventure and travelling that's why she loves writing travel blogs.

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