Kigali Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Kigali, Rwanda

A trip to the historical sites in Kigali is likely on top of your travel itinerary. Why not appreciate the gardens during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, 2000 Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre.

Kigali is home to 824 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Presidential Palace Museum and Ntarama Church in Kigali might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include BK Arena, Ivuka Arts Kigali and Talking Through Art. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Stade Amahoro and Kigali Heights.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Kigali, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Kigali, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.