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Short-stay apartments in Kigali

Furnished and serviced apartments across Kigali's hills β€” Nyarutarama, Kimihurura, Kiyovu β€” booked direct from local hosts in Africa's cleanest capital.

Nyarutarama Β· KiyovuBook directNightly & monthlyPriced in RWF

Staying in Kigali

Kigali is calm, green and famously clean, and furnished apartments suit its steady stream of business travellers, conference visitors and regional professionals. A serviced apartment gives you space, a kitchen and a base in a city that's easy to love.

On Short Stays you book direct from the local host β€” no reseller markup. Message the host and arrange your stay directly.

Where to stay in Kigali

Nyarutarama & Kacyiru

Leafy, upmarket and close to the diplomatic quarter β€” the convenient base for business.

Kimihurura & Kiyovu

Central hills with cafes, restaurants and nightlife β€” great for longer stays and remote work.

Nyamirambo & outskirts

More local, colourful and better value β€” for a lived-in, authentic Kigali stay.

What you'll pay (RWF)

Typical nightly rates for short-stay apartment in Kigali. Prices vary by season, location and size.

45,000Studio / night
70,0001-bedroom / night
120,0002-bedroom / night
1,300,000Monthly (1BR)
Guide prices in Rwandan francs (RWF). Serviced apartments in Nyarutarama run higher.

Why book Kigali stays direct

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Book direct with the host

Deal directly with a local host β€” no faceless call-centre, no reseller in the middle.

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No middleman markup

We charge hosts a subscription, not a fat per-booking commission, so prices stay fair.

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Simple, clear communication

Message the host directly over WhatsApp to confirm details before you commit.

Kigali stays β€” your questions

How do I pay?

Book direct with the host and arrange payment with them. Message us on WhatsApp and we'll connect you.

Best area for a conference or business trip?

Nyarutarama and Kacyiru β€” close to the convention centre and diplomatic quarter.

Is Kigali safe and easy?

Kigali is one of Africa's safest, cleanest capitals β€” easy to get around and welcoming to visitors.

Monthly rates?

Yes β€” hosts offer weekly and monthly discounts. Ask us for long-stay pricing.

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Trip-planning: Where to stay in Kigali

Stay with β€” or become β€” a Kigali host

Short Stays Kenya lists verified local hosts in Kigali β€” book direct and deal with the host, no middleman markup. We’re onboarding Kigali hosts now.

Are you a host in Kigali? List your short-stay, villa or guest house on Short Stays Kenya, get your own branded booking page, and keep your pricing β€” no 15–20% commission.

Coming to Kigali?

Tell us your dates β€” we'll match you with apartments from trusted Kigali hosts. Book direct.