Step Town

Hotels
8.5 (121 reviews)
Kiyovu-Muhima, KN 1Av , Kigali , rw

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and accommodating staff
Good location with affordable dining options
Cons:
Small room sizes
Some noise disturbances from the surroundings

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Rooms were clean, but there were mentions of small size impacting overall comfort.
Service
9.55
The staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.09
Conveniently located near key areas and attractions.
Room Quality
7.54
Some rooms are reported to be small and a bit outdated.
Amenities
8.57
Standard amenities typical for the hotel rating; improvements noted in some areas.
Value for Money
8.53
The hotel offers good value with affordable prices for the service and location.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Breakfast is good but could have more variety; a decent restaurant available.
Overall Experience
8.55
Despite some downsides, the overall experience was pleasant and enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:48

Property Description

Panoramic Views and Modern Comforts
Step Town, nestled in the hilly suburbs of Kigali, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities like free WiFi, a fan, and a TV with satellite channels. The private bathrooms and cozy terraces add a touch of luxury to your stay.

Culinary Delights and Relaxation
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink on the terrace while soaking in the mesmerizing views of Kigali. Special diet menus and convenient room service cater to your culinary preferences, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

Convenience and Hospitality
With a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and airport shuttles available, Step Town prioritizes your convenience and comfort. Explore nearby attractions like the Kigali Genocide Memorial, located just 3 km away. Book your stay at Step Town for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

Please inform 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 11 years old and over stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 121 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Pavel ČESAL family_with_children cz
8
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Caroline extended_group gb
9
Great stay upon arrival at Kigali Airport
Pros:

My friend and I stayed here upon arrival at Kigali airport.
We had a comfortable night’s stay, enjoying some food and beer from the onsite restaurant.
The outstanding factor was the assistance with transport from the airport and then to the very busy bus station in the morning. As 2 women travellers this could have been daunting, however Patrick made sure we got our tickets and the right bus and even connected us with a friend to help us upon arrival at Musanze.
Service we much appreciated on the first day of our travels.

Cons:

Nothing, it was very good value

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
D
dromos couple fr
10
Pros:

Accueil chaleureux, calme, propreté

Cons:

Rien

2026-01-18 via Nuitee
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Helen family_with_children au
9
Friendly staff, comfortable room and great restaurant!
Pros:

It was a spacious triple room and the staff were absolutely beautiful. The food was yummy and varied. The views were great and overall, I would highly recommend Step Town.

Cons:

It's difficult to say what is the central/main part of Kigali. This hotel is slightly outside of the touristy part, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. However, even though staff may say to call them always for taxis etc, once you are in town just use the taxis (there were 3 of us and so we didn't use the moto bikes) that you find as they can be a bit cheaper. Most taxis, though, will ask for US$10 to go places.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Marie Jose solo_traveller ca
10
Excellent
Pros:

Bien situé, très propre. Terrace avec vue sur la ville.
Personnel serviable et accueillant..

Cons:

Rien

2026-01-11 via Nuitee
C
casey couple gb
8
Pros:

Was close to town

Cons:

Tv had only 1 channel.

2026-01-06 via Nuitee
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Swarts family_with_children nl
8
Good Price Quality.
Pros:

The place is well located on a hill with a nice view. Negative is that it's, though short, on a dirt road.

The staff were all friendly and welcoming. The room is large, large bathroom as well as a large balcony to watch the sunset.

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Andreas extended_group de
9
Pros:

In der Unterkunft ist ein Restaurant mit Blick über die Stadt, in dem Restaurant kann man zu unfassbar günstigen Preisen essen und trinken (verschiedene Sorten Bier gab es auch).
Gegenüber ist noch eine kleine Kneipe, die gut mit Einheimischen besucht ist.

2025-11-18 via Nuitee
M
Margit solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Freundliches Personal, gutes Bad

Cons:

Teppiche im Zimmer

2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Perry solo_traveller us
10
I will always use this hotel. It's quaint, very clean, comfortable and located near everything.
Pros:

The breakfast's were fine and the staff was excellent.
They went out of their way to accommodate you in any way they could. I will definitely return to this hotel and recommend it to friends.

Cons:

There was nothing not to like.

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
C
Chris couple nz
7
Cons:

The room was extremely small - too small for two people really.

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
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Isabelle couple be
7
Pros:

Hôtel bien situé et personnel sympathique et accueillant.

Cons:

La chambre un peu vieillotte sans frigo et le lieu est très bruyant.

2025-10-29 via Nuitee
H
henry solo_traveller gb
7
2025-10-24 via Nuitee
M
Maria Jose family_with_children cl
7
2025-10-24 via Nuitee
G
Guy solo_traveller ca
9
Pros:

Le personnel est super gentil et dévoué ! Le coût pour une petite chambre ou tu peux te déplacer tant a Kigali, pour des expéditions ou un petit trajet en moto-taxi ! Les petits déjeuners que j’ai aimé !

Cons:

Il faudrait que l’on mise sur eratianes

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
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Sam extended_group be
10
Great stay
Pros:

The staff was wonderfull! We stayed here with a big group of friends and they always tried to cater quickly to our needs. Furthermore, the rooms were spacious and clean.

2025-10-15 via Nuitee
K
KAKESA solo_traveller cd
7
Agréable
Pros:

Situé à proximité du centre-ville. Réceptionniste très amicale. Pas de circulation intense à proximité.

2025-10-14 via Nuitee
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Piotr solo_traveller pl
10
Hotel z regionalnym klimatem
Pros:

Hotel z regionalnym klimatem. Położenie na zboczu. Sympatyczny personel. Pokój z wejściem z zewnątrz. Widok na panoramę miasta. Przed oknem zabytkowe drzewa. Dobrze skalkulowana cena. Przykładowe śniadanie: Bukiet warzyw, omlet z tostami i dzbanek afrykańskiej białej herbaty.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Yvo solo_traveller be
8
Mijn verblijf is zeer goed meegevallen met als gevolg dat ik er terug zou logeren.
Pros:

Personeel en eigenaar van Hotel Step Town waren zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam.
Ze gaven me het gevoel "Voel je thuis, ver weg van huis"
Ontbijt was goed alsook de kamer.
Hotel is rustig gelegen in een buitenwijk, niet ver van het centrum.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Henrik solo_traveller dk
9
2025-10-02 via Nuitee