Bishops House, Volcanoes National Park -

Bishops House, Volcanoes National Park

Set in the town of Ruhengeri in the Virunga Mountains area of northwest Rwanda, 25 minutes from park heasdquarter, this comfortable, boutique hotel offers the perfect location for trekkers who desire high-end comfort coupled with the challenge of a gorilla trekking safari in the wilderness.

The nine-roomed Bishop’s House captures a colonial manor house feel that provides indulgent comfort with a splash of local culture. The rooms boast classic furnishings, rich fabrics, antique four-poster beds and modern en-suite bathrooms all designed to capture the feeling of a colonial manor house.

While staying, guests can enjoy the restaurant, bar and garden, complete with barbecue facilities, and there is high speed Wi-Fi throughout the entire property. Meals are a la carte, offering a few options to choose from, with lunch and dinner choices changing daily. The chef specializes in international-style food with an African influence, and a vegetarian option was always available.