Yambi Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Art Deco guesthouse in Kigali with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled near Kigali Convention Centre, Yambi Guesthouse is a haven for families and travelers alike. Enjoy the serene garden, lively coffee shop/cafe, or indulge in a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant. With free in-room WiFi and activities like ecotours, an arcade/game room, playground make this guesthouse perfect for active explorers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Separate bedroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$22 nightly
The total price is $27
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Deluxe Double Room, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Portable fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Portable fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Portable fan
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

Single or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
Ceiling fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Villa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Renovated in 2025
10 bedrooms
Deep soaking bathtub
10 bathrooms
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 31
  • 4 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 4 Twin Bunk Beds and 7 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gikondo 722 Street, Opposite Rujugiro, House, Gikondo Rebero, Kigali

What's nearby

  • Talking Through Art - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gikondo Market - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kigali Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • BK Arena - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Kimironko Market - 11 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Efes Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1000 Hills Distillery (The Distillery) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Atelier Du Vin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Onyx Barbeque - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lavana Rwanda - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Yambi Guesthouse

Enjoy your visit to Kigali with a stay at Yambi Guesthouse. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights at this Art Deco guest house include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 12
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Per property policy, guests must be aged 18-32 to stay in shared dormitory rooms. Guests aged 33 and older and guests traveling with children must book a private room.
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 12
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls and off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Bed rails

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Dryer

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

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Yambi Guesthouse House
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Yambi Guesthouse?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Yambi Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Yambi Guesthouse?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Yambi Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Yambi Guesthouse and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Yambi Guesthouse?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

Does Yambi Guesthouse have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Yambi Guesthouse like?

Yambi Guesthouse is in the heart of Kigali, a short 1-minute walk from Talking Through Art.

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