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Home away from home

Travelers relax by the crackling firepit after exploring nearby cycling routes or making a splash at the water park for a truly memorable stay

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Virunga Homestays offers a peaceful lakeside retreat with a warm welcome. Guests enjoy the continental breakfast, garden time, and in-room WiFi for staying connected during outdoor adventures or evening relaxation by the fire.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$63
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar

About the area

Located in Muhoza, this bed & breakfast is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Volcanoes National Park and Mount Bisoke, while Red Rocks Arts Centre and Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Ruhengeri travel guide
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Map
Ruhengeri, Northern Province

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Ruhengeri
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shyira Diocese Cathedral
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Musanze Modern Market
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
    14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Musanze Caves
    24 min drive - 25.6 km

Restaurants

  • Amikus Coffee & Pizza
    2 min drive
  • Migano Cafe, Lounge, and Grill
    2 min drive
  • Hotel Muhabura Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • La Paillotte
    2 min drive
  • Texas Bar
    9 min drive

About this property

Home away from home

Family-friendly bed & breakfast by the lake
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at Home away from home . Adventurous travellers may like the boating at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge) and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Home away from home boast comforts, such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • 4 bathrooms with baths and bidets
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Accessibility

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets are accepted on request and charges may apply. Check in ends at 10pm, after that time extra charges may apply.

Pets

Pets are allowed
5 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2779144

Frequently asked questions

Does Home away from home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Home away from home ?

As of 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home away from home on 6 Mar 2026 start from NZ$62.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Home away from home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

How much is parking at Home away from home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home away from home ?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Home away from home ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Home away from home located?

This family-friendly Muhoza bed & breakfast is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cathedral of Ruhengeri and Shyira Diocese Cathedral. Musanze Modern Market is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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Reviews

8.6

Excellent