Rutete Eco Lodge

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+26 photos
Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Free WiFi

10

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Bungalow with Patio
Price for:
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Entire bungalow
1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Total cost to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$92 per night
Price US$275
US$183 per night
Price US$549
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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1 × Bungalow with Patio
Price for:
Max adults: 1
Entire bungalow
1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Total cost to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$92 per night
Price US$275

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Rutete Eco Lodge in Rwinkwavu offers a lodge experience with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a lounge, and outdoor fireplace. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a family-friendly restaurant serving African, Belgian, and international cuisines. Additional facilities include a bar, coffee shop, and picnic area. Free bicycles are available for exploring the surroundings. Convenient Location: Located 70 km from Kigali International Airport, the lodge provides easy access to Akagera National Park. Guests appreciate the garden, nature trips, and friendly host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Options with:

  • Mountain view

  • Inner courtyard view

  • Terrace

  • Garden view

Free private parking available on-site

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Bungalow with Patio
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Entire bungalow
269 feet²
Garden view
Mountain view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Terrace
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Private entrance
  • Mosquito net
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$102 per night
Price US$305
Excluded: 18 % VAT, 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$92 per night
Price US$275
Excluded: 18 % VAT, 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • Free stay for your child
Bungalow with Patio
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Entire bungalow
269 feet²
Garden view
Mountain view
Inner courtyard view
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Terrace
Max adults: 2
US$102 per night
Price US$305
Excluded: 18 % VAT, 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$92 per night
Price US$275
Excluded: 18 % VAT, 10 % City tax
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • You won't be charged yet

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Barbara
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Very nice lodge, exceptional hospitality, great atmosphere”
  • Melanie
    Canada Canada
    “Very welcoming and comfortable. I loved the gardens and animals. The breakfast was also fantastic.”
  • Philip
    Rwanda Rwanda
    “Great location for south gate of Akagera. Wonderful host/owner who looked after us.”
  • Fabienne
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “This place is like a little piece of paradise. Beautiful garden with very cute animals and a fireplace, cozy cottages, great food and lovely staff.”
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is a wonderful place to stay. Our room was spacious and tastefully decorated, with a very comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The breakfast is amazing - delicious homegrown organic food for dinner too. You are made to feel totally at home...”
  • Antine
    France France
    “Everything. The chill vibe. The bamboo constructions. The kindliness of staff. The animals (donkeys, chickens, etc) as we were with young kids, the flower garden, the rosemary Ti-punch, the local products, the food (delicious and with a Rwandan...”
  • Andreas
    Austria Austria
    “A perfect relaxing place. Close to the national park, embedded in a nice tranquil village. Food, service and attention are outstanding. The food is mostly homegrown, the owners are nice to chat with and help to organise everything. After a week of...”
  • Sophie
    France France
    “Rutete Ecolodge is a wonderful little place with very nicely built and decorated bungalows. Everything is very well designed and comfortable, and the dinner is excellent. Welcoming staff and everything is very clean. We also got a lot of help...”
  • Veronica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything! Four of us travelled together and we all had the same impression. Julienne, the owner, and her team were amazing. We had a tour of the property, which was truly special and rural. A wonderful walk around the village to say hi is a...”
  • Peter
    United States United States
    “Fantastic stay. The hostess was *extremely* helpful in every aspect of our trip. Just perfect. Great food, great location. I will recommend friends and family to stay here.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • Belgian • Pizza • Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Rutete Eco Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Rutete Eco Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.