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Kigali Airport to Your Hotel: Arrival Guide for The Governor's Residence

Landing at Kigali International Airport (KGL)? Here is how to plan your first hours in Kigali, from check-in to your first dinner.
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Garden, pool, restaurant and seven quiet rooms in Kimihurura. See how a stay feels before you book.
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Arriving in Kigali: What Guests Ask First

Which hotel is easy to reach from Kigali Airport?

The Governor's Residence is in Kimihurura, a calm central neighbourhood. Tell us your flight details and we advise on timing and transfer.

What time is check-in?

Check-in is from 12:00. Check-out is by 10:00.

Can I arrive late at night?

Please tell us your arrival time in advance so the team can prepare for you.

Is the hotel close to the Convention Centre?

Yes. About 10 minutes by car, or 4.4 km, according to Google Maps.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Direct rates from USD 250 per night include breakfast, VAT and tourism levy.

Where is the hotel?

46 KG 674 St, Kimihurura, Kigali, Rwanda.

Plan Your First Hours in Kigali by Trip Type

Gorilla trekking travellers

Rest after a long flight, meet your guide and continue to Musanze rested. See our gorilla stopover page.
Gorilla stopover

Business and conference guests

Ten minutes to the Kigali Convention Centre, with a private meeting room at the hotel.
Hotel near the KCC

Short city breaks

Pool, steam bath and a garden dinner after you land. Then explore Kigali.
Things to do
The Governor's Residence vehicle fleet under a shaded carport: two Mercedes sedans, an SUV and a 4x4, Kigali
Our own fleet

Arrive and Travel in Our Own Vehicles

Two Mercedes sedans, an SUV and a 4x4 wait at the hotel. Use them for airport pickups, city transfers and day trips.
Send us your flight details or your plan. We confirm the vehicle and the price within 12 hours.
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Questions About Arriving at Kigali Airport and Your Hotel

Clear answers before you fly.
How do I get from Kigali Airport to The Governor's Residence?
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Can I stay in Kigali before and after gorilla trekking?
How far is the hotel from the Kigali Convention Centre?
How much does a room cost?

Keep Planning Your Kigali Trip

Gorilla Trekking Journeys

2 to 5 nights, Kigali and Musanze, one plan and one contact.
Gorilla Trekking Journeys

Rooms and Suites

Seven rooms from USD 250 per night. Breakfast, VAT and levy included.
Rooms and Suites

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Land in Kigali, Arrive in Calm

Direct rates from USD 250 per night, breakfast, VAT and tourism levy included.
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The Governor's Residence Kigali
Seven-room boutique hotel in Kimihurura, Kigali, Rwanda. Garden, pool, restaurant and a private meeting room. Our sister hotel is Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel in Musanze.
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46 KG 674 St, Kimihurura, Kigali, Rwanda
WhatsApp +43 699 11560677
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