≈ 2.5 hr drive
Volcanoes National Park
Track mountain gorillas through the bamboo of the Virungas.
A warm welcome
in the heart of Kigali
A contemporary hotel fifteen minutes from Kigali International Airport, with six room types and traditional Rwandan cooking.
Located
15 min from KGL airport
Rooms
Six room types, from $50
Dining
Rwandan kitchen, room service 24/7
Reviews
Guest ratings on Tripadvisor
In the quiet suburbs of central Kigali
The Genocide Memorial, the central market, restaurants, banks and government offices are all within walking distance of the hotel.
Business travellers and safari-goers stay here alike. Reception is open 24 hours and room service runs around the clock.
Six room types, from $50
Every room has a flat-screen TV, fast Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a personal safe, a mini-bar, complimentary water and breakfast for two. Pick the one that fits your trip.
Single Room
$50 / night
Queen bed · sitting area · city or mountain view.
Queen Room
$60 / night
Queen bed · walk-in shower · sitting area dressed in traditional Rwandan art.
Standard Twin
$65 / night
Two twin beds · modern art on the walls · roomy sitting nook for two.
Deluxe Twin
$80 / night
Two queen beds · rain shower · wide sitting area.
Triple Room
$110 / night
Sleeps three · twin beds · a deep bathtub with shower.
Executive Suite
$110 / night
Queen bed · in-room hot tub · lounge area.
All stays include a full Rwandan-and-continental breakfast and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
See every room in detail →A restaurant, a gym and a meeting room
The gym is free for in-house guests. The meeting room seats 14 at U-shaped tables, with windows over the city.
Restaurant & café
Bright, glass-walled dining room with city views.
Private gym
Cardio & strength, free for in-house guests.
Meeting room
U-shaped seating for 14, with panoramic windows.
Traditional Rwandan kitchen, all day long
Breakfast arrives at sunrise: fresh fruit from the local market, hot omelettes, and juice and coffee on the balcony when the weather allows. There are always vegan options.
In the evening our chef cooks Rwandan classics: smoky brochettes, grilled tilapia and isombe, made with pounded cassava leaves. If you'd rather stay in, room service runs around the clock.
Day trips from Kigali
The hotel is in the central suburbs, near the Genocide Memorial, Kigali's restaurants and the bus park. The parks and lakes below are two and a half to five hours' drive.
≈ 5 hr drive
Nyungwe Forest
Africa's oldest rainforest, with chimpanzees and a 60-metre canopy walk.
≈ 3 hr drive
Lake Burera
Twin lakes ringed by terraced hills. A quiet day on the water.
≈ 2.5 hr drive
Akagera National Park
The Big Five on Rwanda's eastern savannah: lions, elephants and rhino.
Need a ride?
We arrange airport transfers, guided tours and private car rentals. Just ask the front desk.
Guest reviews
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Plan your stay
Pick your dates, add the rooms you'd like, and we'll confirm the same day. Need an airport pickup or a long stay? Say so in the notes.
Questions guests ask
Where is Step Town Hotel?
Step Town Hotel is at KN 1 Av, Kigali, Rwanda, in the quiet suburbs of central Kigali. It is walking distance from the Genocide Memorial, the central market, restaurants, banks and government offices.
How far is the hotel from Kigali International Airport?
About 15 minutes. The hotel can arrange airport transfers, and the booking form has an option to be met at arrivals.
How much is a room per night?
Single Room $50, Queen Room $60, Standard Twin $65, Deluxe Twin $80, Triple Room $110 and Executive Suite $110 per night, in US dollars. All stays include a full Rwandan-and-continental breakfast and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
What comes with every room?
Every room comes with a flat-screen TV, fast Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a personal safe, mini-bar, complimentary water and breakfast for two.
Does the hotel have a restaurant and room service?
Yes. The restaurant and café serve traditional Rwandan food all day, with vegan options, and room service runs around the clock.
Is there a gym or a meeting room?
Yes. There is a private gym, free for in-house guests, and a meeting room with U-shaped seating for 14 and panoramic city windows.
How do I book, and do I need a card?
Use the booking form on this page: pick your dates, add the rooms you want and leave your details. No card is needed to enquire, and the team confirms the same day.
Can the hotel arrange tours or a car?
Yes. The front desk can arrange airport transfers, guided tours and private car rentals. Call +250 785 005 662 or ask in the booking form.