Kitabi EcoCenter

Plot 269 Kitabi Sector, Nyamagabe District, Gabegi, Rwanda – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>159</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
7.5
Scored 7.5
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Rated good
159 reviews
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Kitabi EcoCenter

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Located in Kitabi, Kitabi EcoCenter features accommodations with access to a garden and views of Mount Kitabi. Complimentary private parking is available on site. A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house restaurant, which specializes in international cuisine. The campground offers a children's playground. This property offers a terrace.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
5 queen beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
3 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
6.9
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
7.1
Location
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Emmanuel
    Kenya Kenya
    “The view from Kitabi is breathtaking: rolling tea plantations and clouds above Nyungwe forest. It is well located, almost at the edge of the forest, coming from Huye (Butare). The road to access Kitabi is a little rough but doable without a 4...”
  • Johan
    Belgium Belgium
    “Friendly staff. Good kitchen with standard African waiting time (1h). Magnificent view.”
  • Alexandra
    Slovakia Slovakia
    “Amazing place on the hill with stuning view. We stayed in the tent with matress and proper warm blanket,basically better than hotel room:))Good food,helpful staff, evening fire, I cannot say anything wrong about this camp.”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.3Based on 157 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Kitabi Eco-Center (KEC) is located just 2 km from the Eastern entrance to Nyungwe National Forest. It sits atop Mount Kitabi, and offers one of the most spectacular, panoramic views in all of Rwanda: neat, terraced farms perched on endless hills; light green tea plantations that frequent this region; the dark green trees of Nyungwe Forest; and a seemingly endless sky. Neither words nor pictures can do it justice; you have to be here to experience it! KEC offers camping, a fantastic restaurant, gardens, and EcoTourism activities with an ecologically-friendly mindset. There is even a replica of the King’s Palace and two smaller huts here that you can explore, and if you want, to stay overnight! Most importantly, we believe in giving back to the local community. 10% of our profits go to support local community projects. For more information, check out our website, our Facebook page, Instagram, and YouTube. So, please come visit, and relax with us!

Neighborhood info

Nyungwe National Park is the largest montane (high-elevation) rain forest in Africa. It has 13 primate species, hundreds of birds species, and other wildlife. There are numerous hikes you can do in the forest that have to be arranged with the Rwanda Development Board, but are worth it. Nyungwe is a must see in Rwanda.

Languages Spoken

English,French,Swahili

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic

Amenities of Kitabi EcoCenter

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke
  • Playground
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Transportation
    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Wake-up service
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Spa
    • Yoga classes
    • Beach umbrellas
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Swahili

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Kitabi EcoCenter takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Kitabi EcoCenter accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Kitabi EcoCenter of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Kitabi EcoCenter

    • Kitabi EcoCenter has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Kitabi EcoCenter is 2.2 miles from the center of Gabegi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Kitabi EcoCenter offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Karaoke
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Yoga classes

    • Check-in at Kitabi EcoCenter is from 11:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • The prices at Kitabi EcoCenter may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.