Title: Virunga House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Virunga House Guesthouse with free parking, in the vicinity of Volcanoes National Park ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95950000/95947200/95947108/c77a2f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95950000/95947200/95947108/d197fadf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game viewing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95950000/95947200/95947108/792096d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free self parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95950000/95947200/95947108/9e1f0a03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95950000/95947200/95947108/5f97caf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Near Volcanoes National Park, Virunga House offers a serene retreat with an art gallery, a firepit for chilly evenings, and free in-room WiFi. Unwind on the scenic terrace or explore the surrounding landscape with ecotours. Enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe or attend a daily manager's reception to mingle with fellow travelers. 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Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. Additional perks include: - Free self parking and extended parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby - Pet-sitting services, an off-leash area, and concierge services Room features All guestrooms at Virunga House feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like separate dining areas and bathrobes. 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Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 100; reservation required ### Things to do - Art gallery - Bicycle cleaning area - Bicycle repair station - Bicycle shuttle - Bicycle storage - Bicycle tours - Ecotours - Private wine tours - Wine tours ### Family friendly - Dining table - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Accessible airport shuttle - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 4 shared bathrooms - Bathrobes - Bidet - Designer toiletries - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Computer ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dining table - Electric kettle - Separate dining area ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Laptop workspace - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: 20-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, pet-sitting services, and pet grooming services are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 per person - Airport shuttle fee: USD 300 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 8) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 100 (roundtrip), (from 1 to 13 years old) - Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees - Late check-in fee: 20-percent of room rate for check-in between 11:30 PM and midnight - Hosted evening meal: USD 100 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking This property accepts credit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Virunga House Muhoza Virunga House Guesthouse Virunga House Guesthouse Muhoza ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Virunga House pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking? > Self parking and extended parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Virunga House? > Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:30 PM– midnight for a fee of 20%. ### What time is check-out at Virunga House? > Check-out is at 9:00 AM. ### Does Virunga House provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 300 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Virunga House located? > Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Volcanoes National Park. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Virunga House Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Laurent Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good value close to town The house is a 15-20’ walk from the center. Difficult to communicate with the lady (no French, little English) but her husband speaks fluent French. Excellent breakfast, clean and spacious room. ##### Laurent Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### mario Apr 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Rapport qualité prix excellent! ##### mario Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger Dec 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Roger Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Vernon](https://www.expedia.ca/Vernon-Hotels.d10619.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hive Cancun by G Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Hive-Cancun.h70134699.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Greece](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Greece-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d67-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [W Seattle](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-W-Seattle.h284304.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn & Suites Makati by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Manila-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Suites-Makati.h5309110.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Hotels.d4186.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in West Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Bay-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6351688-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Casino Rama](https://www.expedia.ca/Casino-Rama-Hotels.0-l6172269-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Beach Hotel in Vietnam](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Vietnam-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d194-tBeachHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [HiltonHotels Hotels in Maggie Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/Maggie-Valley-Hotels-Hilton-Hotels.0-0-d10863--bHiltonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Strathmore](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/177762/flights-from-strathmore) > > [Flights from Gillam (YGX) to Churchill (YYQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ygx/yyq/gillam-to-churchill) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/dub/vancouver-to-dublin) > > [WestJet Calgary (YYC) to Panama City (ECP) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/westjet-from-calgary-intl-to-northwest-florida-beaches-intl/ws/yyc/ecp) > > [Flights from New York (LGA) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lga/yyc/new-york-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/can/nrt/guangzhou-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Paris (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cdg/toronto-to-paris) ### Cars > [Car rentals in St. Catharines](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-St-Catharines.d10560.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Miami Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami.d178286.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Cape Town Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town.d6046820.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Bryan Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Bryan.d7124.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [London Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/London.d178279.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Bahamas](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/13/Bahamas) ### Vacation Rentals > [Orillia Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Orillia-Vacation-Rentals.d9268.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Indiana](https://www.expedia.ca/Indiana.dx216) > > [Visit Maryland](https://www.expedia.ca/Maryland.dx222) > > [Visit Thousand Islands](https://www.expedia.ca/Thousand-Islands.dx6292105) > > [Visit Jeffries Point](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Jeffries-Point.dx553248635976469500)