Title: Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel - 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) # Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Hostel in Kigali with free breakfast and a fitness center ![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308800/19308761/2eecce21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Shared kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308800/19308761/717df423.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308800/19308761/0460a662.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308800/19308761/a20b5143.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308800/19308761/938d8e58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel in the heart of Rwanda offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, laundry facilities, gym access, and free WiFi in rooms. The lobby provides coffee and tea service, perfect for planning daily excursions. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Gym - Breakfast included - Kitchen - 24/7 front desk - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 30 - Oct. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 31 - Nov. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=19308761&PinnedHotelID=19308761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 1 of 1 room ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308800/19308761/938d8e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan 4 bedrooms Private bathroom 8 bathrooms Microwave Stovetop - 97 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/16000000/15820000/15815300/15815296/451e72ba_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali Kigali - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 180 reviews CA $141 CA $177 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kigali-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Convention-Centre.h15815296.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-11-22&chkout=2025-11-23&rm1=a2®ionId=1803&destination=Kigali&destType=MARKET&latLong=-1.970579,30.104429&searchId=967cf449-1b8f-42eb-84dc-05277faf6a77&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Exterior](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/110000000/109720000/109714800/109714718/92746ae8_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### The Vibrant Loadge Kigali - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.0 Good 8 reviews CA $22 CA $27 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kigali-Hotels-The-Vibrant-Loadge.h109714718.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-11-1&chkout=2025-11-2&rm1=a2®ionId=1803&destination=Kigali&destType=MARKET&latLong=-1.970579,30.104429&searchId=967cf449-1b8f-42eb-84dc-05277faf6a77&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114580000/114570100/114570089/2c0b4cb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### HOTEL GREENWICH Remera - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 4 reviews CA $75 CA $90 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kigali-Hotels-HOTEL-GREENWICH.h114570089.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-10-31&chkout=2025-11-1&rm1=a2®ionId=1803&destination=Kigali&destType=MARKET&latLong=-1.970579,30.104429&searchId=967cf449-1b8f-42eb-84dc-05277faf6a77&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Penthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115650000/115643800/115643782/249e2d92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Kigali Paramount Hotel Kigali - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 2.0 1 review CA $153 CA $185 total includes taxes & fees Nov 14 - Nov 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kigali-Hotels-Kigali-Paramount-Hotel.h115643782.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-11-14&chkout=2025-11-15&rm1=a2®ionId=1803&destination=Kigali&destType=MARKET&latLong=-1.970579,30.104429&searchId=967cf449-1b8f-42eb-84dc-05277faf6a77&top_cur=CAD) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKigali-Hotels-Mama-Rwanda-Youth-Hostel.h19308761.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKigali-Hotels-Mama-Rwanda-Youth-Hostel.h19308761.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-1.92935%2C30.07010&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h-NVX7ZXQyih-fr_-ZmiMwg8Aac=) KG 503 St., Kigali #### What's nearby - Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Kigali Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.5 km - University of Kigali - 6 min drive - 4.1 km - Kigali Heights - 7 min drive - 4.1 km - Kigali Convention Centre - 7 min drive - 4.5 km #### Getting around - Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Niyo Art Cafe - ‬13 min walk - ‪UMUT Cafe&Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪The House of Mandi - ‬6 min drive - ‪Hotel des Milles Collines - ‬6 min drive - ‪Kōzo Kigali - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Property highlights At Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a children's club (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk - Coffee/tea in the lobby and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - 8 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32680000/32670800/32670737/5be5e62a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Asimba Kigali - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=32670737&PinnedHotelID=32670737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20460000/20450100/20450051/1c66c2ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peponi Livingspaces Kigali - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=20450051&PinnedHotelID=20450051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20320000/20319800/20319705/e1da9e3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Park View Courts Remera - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Children's club - Gym ### Family friendly - Children's club (surcharge) - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 8 private bathrooms - Free toiletries - Shower ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access - Stovetop ### More - Ceiling fan - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 1 PM Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per person (one-way) 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Kigali Mama Rwanda Youth Kigali Mama Rwanda Youth Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Kigali Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kigali ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel? > Check-in begins at 1 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Does Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 10 per person applies. ### Where is Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel located? > Situated in Kigali, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ivuka Arts Kigali, Union Trade Center, and Inema Art Center. Kandt House Museum of Natural History and Ntarama Church are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mama Rwanda Youth Hostel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### CS Aug 1, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely little place with a very home-like feel. Great location right by the library and walking distance to the genocide memorial. The address on Expedia is wrong for this hotel. ##### CS Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 11, 2017 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Colorful, congenial and comfortable The proprietor, coworkers and orphans are close-knit. One feels the love and bond they share. The proprietor and his colleagues have adorned the house with beautiful paintings, creative artwork and furniture. "Quaint" doesn't quite cover it. It is beautiful in its simplicity ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel William Gray](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hotel-William-Gray.h15378304.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Spain](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Spain-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d166-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Prince George](https://www.expedia.ca/Prince-George-Hotels.d4125.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels.d6023515.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Markham](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Toronto-Markham.h17116.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Seychelles](https://www.expedia.ca/Mahe-Island-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Seychelles.h2363105.Hotel-Information) > > [Pacific Spirit Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Pacific-Spirit-Hostel.h35130258.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius](https://www.expedia.ca/Balaclava-Hotels-The-Westin-Turtle-Bay-Resort-Spa.h1932372.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Karamboa - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Karamboa-All-Inclusive.h4813332.Hotel-Information) > > [Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Motel-6-Los-Angeles.h49971.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Senses Zil Pasyon Seychelles](https://www.expedia.ca/Felicite-Island-Hotels-Six-Senses-Zil-Pasyon.h15908699.Hotel-Information) > > [Black Rock Oceanfront Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Tofino-Hotels-Black-Rock-Oceanfront-Resort.h2432309.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels.d179899.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Riu Touareg - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Boa-Vista-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Touareg-All-Inclusive.h4813390.Hotel-Information) > > [Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Cleveland-Hotels-Drury-Plaza-Hotel-Cleveland-Downtown.h13578935.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Plentywood](https://www.expedia.ca/Plentywood-Hotels.d146813.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Le Meridien Ile Maurice](https://www.expedia.ca/Pointe-Aux-Piments-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Ile-Maurice.h524465.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hotel Universo](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hotel-Universo.h21157.Hotel-Information) > > [Hillside Manor](https://www.expedia.ca/Bulawayo-Hotels-Hillside-Manor.h19119558.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Churchill (YYQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yyq/toronto-to-churchill) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Providenciales (PLS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/pls/calgary-to-providenciales) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to San José (SJO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/sjo/vancouver-to-san-jose) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Bordeaux (BOD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cdg/bod/paris-to-bordeaux) > > [Philippine Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Philippine-Airlines-Flights.cPR.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Berlin (BER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ber/montreal-to-berlin) > > [Flights from NYC-All Airports to Los Angeles Intl.](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/nyc/lax/new-york-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ord/yow/chicago-to-ottawa) ### Packages > [Portugal Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Portugal.d147.Destination-Travel-Guides)