The pool, reflecting the villa and the sky
The pool, reflecting the villa and the sky

A Black Key Residence

Urugwiro Private villa · Kacyiru, Kigali

4 suites · sleeps 8 · from $700/night

Gated grounds, an infinity pool, and Kacyiru on foot.

4 BedroomsUp to 8 guestsPrivate infinity poolFrom $700 / night

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From $700per night · whole villa
4 BedroomsUp to 8 guestsPrivate infinity poolFrom $700 / night
  • 2,000 m² of gated grounds
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor hot tub
  • 100-inch Smart TV in the double-height living room
  • Duplex principal suite with its own lounge
  • House manager on the property
  • Housekeeping every day
  • 24/7 security guard

Urugwiro stands on 2,000 m² of gated gardens in Kacyiru.
The infinity pool, the double-height living room and the duplex principal suite are yours;
the neighbourhood's cafés, restaurants and embassies are a walk beyond the gate.
The whole villa and its 2,000 m² are booked to one group.

The accommodation was beautiful, luxurious, spotless, and very comfortable.
ChristineQuébec City, CanadaSeptember 2026

Verified stay at Urugwiro

The Setting

A gated compound, a short walk from the embassies.

Kacyiru is a central neighbourhood of Kigali. Urugwiro sits within its own gated compound, with a security guard on duty around the clock.

The gate closes on a central district: restaurants, cafés, embassies and offices are within walking distance.

The lawn, with the villa among the trees
The double-height living room, with tall windows

The Villa

A double-height living room, and a kitchen with a coffee station.

The living room is double-height and opens onto the garden. A second lounge, a dedicated office and a kitchen with a coffee station sit alongside it. The principal suite is a duplex with its own lounge.

The 100-inch Smart TV is in the living room. Outside, an infinity pool and an outdoor hot tub sit within the 2,000 m² of grounds, with outdoor dining and a barbecue.

Walk through the house

The Setting

Urugwiro stands on 2,000 m² of gated gardens in Kacyiru. The infinity pool, the double-height living room and the duplex principal suite are yours; the neighbourhood's cafés, restaurants and embassies are a walk beyond the gate.

Kacyiru is a central neighbourhood of Kigali. Urugwiro sits within its own gated compound, with a security guard on duty around the clock. The gate closes on a central district: restaurants, cafés, embassies and offices are within walking distance. The living room is double-height and opens onto the garden. A second lounge, a dedicated office and a kitchen with a coffee station sit alongside it. The principal suite is a duplex with its own lounge. The 100-inch Smart TV is in the living room. Outside, an infinity pool and an outdoor hot tub sit within the 2,000 m² of grounds, with outdoor dining and a barbecue.

The Pool

An infinity pool, with the garden all around it.

The infinity pool, in 2,000 m² of landscaped grounds
The infinity pool, in 2,000 m² of landscaped grounds.
A covered lounge overlooking the pool, gardens and city.
The pool, reflecting the villa and the sky.

The Grounds

Lawns, planting and paths, all inside the gate.

The lawn, with the villa among the trees.
A garden path beside the villa.
The front door and its glass wall.

Living

A double-height room to gather in.

The double-height living room, with tall windows.
Sofas facing the garden windows.
The living room becomes a private cinema: a 100-inch screen, with lighting you set to the mood of your evening.

Kitchen & Dining

A tall kitchen, and a table facing the garden.

The kitchen, with high ceilings and a large window.
The dining table, beside tall glass walls onto the garden.
A gas range and stainless appliances.
It felt like a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and privacy.
Vania O.Kigali, RwandaSeptember 2026Family & friends

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The Suites

Four bedrooms; the principal suite is a duplex.

The principal suite, with sliding glass doors.
The king bed, with an upholstered headboard and bench.
A freestanding bathtub and a shower.

Principal Suite

King bed · En-suite

Duplex layout, separate lounge, Smart TV

Bedroom Two

Queen bed · En-suite

Bedroom Three

Queen bed · En-suite

Bedroom Four

Queen bed · hallway bathroom

Evenings

When the garden lights come on.

The terraced garden and villa, lit at dusk.
Garden steps and planting, lit at dusk.

Inside the Residence

Six places you'll spend your days.

The Grounds

2,000 m² of gated grounds, with lawns, planting and paths.

The Infinity Pool

An infinity pool set in the gardens, with a covered lounge beside it and an outdoor hot tub.

The Living Room

A double-height living room with tall windows onto the garden. A second lounge and a dedicated office sit alongside it.

The Cinema Lounge

The living room becomes a private cinema: a 100-inch screen, with lighting you set to the mood of your evening. Netflix is already signed in, so a film night starts the moment you sit down.

The Principal Suite

A duplex suite with a king bed, its own lounge and an en-suite bathroom.

Kitchen & Dining

A tall kitchen with a coffee station, and a dining table beside glass walls onto the garden.

The infinity pool, reflecting the villa and the sky. Urugwiro.

Signature

What Urugwiro is known for. Each has a page of its own.

Everything at Urugwiro
We were a group of 6 and had a memorable stay!
AdemolaSeptember 2026

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Only one group stays at Urugwiro at a time.

Share your dates and Nkeng confirms availability and a quote personally, usually within a few hours. Nothing to pay until you decide.

At a glance

The whole villa, for your group alone.

Bedrooms

4

One king, three queen

Guests

8

Pool

Infinity

With an outdoor hot tub

Grounds

2,000 m²

Gated

Security

24/7

Guard on duty

From

$700

Per night · full rates confirmed by your concierge

Taxes and fees included · minimum stay 1 night

Stay 3 nights or more: airport pickup included.

Bedrooms

Principal Suite

Principal Suite

King bed · En-suite

Duplex layout, separate lounge, Smart TV

Bedroom Two

Bedroom Two

Queen bed · En-suite

Bedroom Three

Bedroom Three

Queen bed · En-suite

Bedroom Four

Bedroom Four

Queen bed · hallway bathroom

Included in every stay

  • The Black Key Arrival: airport pickup included for stays of 3 nights or more.We meet you at arrivals with your name, a cold towel and water, and drive you to the villa.
  • The whole villa, booked to one group
  • Housekeeping every day
  • A house manager on the property
  • A security guard on duty around the clock
  • The gardens, infinity pool and outdoor hot tub
  • Outdoor dining and a barbecue
  • Wi-Fi and a dedicated office
  • On-site parking
  • Netflix included: ready on the TV, no account or login needed
  • Your concierge, from first enquiry to check-out

Arranged on request

  • A private chef, for a fee
  • Grocery stocking, for a fee
  • Airport transfers, arranged in advance for a fee
  • A private driver, for a fee
  • Local experiences, for a fee
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From $700 / night

whole villa

Taxes and fees included · minimum stay 1 night

Stay 3 nights or more: airport pickup included.

Nothing to pay to enquire · Payment on arrival

Included in every stay
  • The Black Key Arrival: airport pickup included for stays of 3 nights or more.We meet you at arrivals with your name, a cold towel and water, and drive you to the villa.
  • The whole villa, booked to one group
  • Housekeeping every day
  • A house manager on the property
  • A security guard on duty around the clock
  • The gardens, infinity pool and outdoor hot tub
  • Outdoor dining and a barbecue
  • Wi-Fi and a dedicated office
  • On-site parking
  • Netflix included: ready on the TV, no account or login needed
  • Your concierge, from first enquiry to check-out
Arranged on request
  • A private chef, for a fee
  • Grocery stocking, for a fee
  • Airport transfers, arranged in advance for a fee
  • A private driver, for a fee
  • Local experiences, for a fee
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Made for

However you're coming.

Honeymoons & anniversaries

Two people, one gated compound: the principal suite with its own lounge, and the outdoor hot tub.

Honeymoon in Kigali →

Exploring Rwanda

A central base for trips out of Kigali; airport transfers, a private driver and local experiences are arranged in advance, for a fee.

Gorilla trekking from Kigali →
The terraced garden and villa, lit at dusk

The Neighbourhood

Kacyiru, and all of Kigali besides.

Restaurants, cafés and embassies are a short walk away, and the Convention Centre, Kigali Heights, the Golf Resort, Kimihurura and BK Arena are all close by.

Airport transfers are arranged in advance, for a fee. Tours and local experiences are also arranged through your concierge, for a fee.

Neighbourhood
Kacyiru, Kigali
Nearest airport
Kigali International (KGL)
Address
Shared with confirmed guests only

Your concierge

Nkeng

Your concierge for Urugwiro

Tell me about your group. I'll take it from there.

Planned with you, before you fly.

Your concierge plans the stay with you: arrival, meals, transport and anything you want to see.

What Nkeng arranges →

  • Private chef

    A chef cooks in the villa, arranged through your concierge for a fee.

  • Grocery stocking

    The kitchen stocked to your list before you arrive, for a fee.

  • Airport transfers and private driver

    Airport transfers are arranged in advance, and a private driver is available, both for a fee.

  • Tours and local experiences

    Arranged through your concierge, for a fee.

  • Housekeeping, house manager and security

    Housekeeping every day, a house manager on the property and a security guard on duty around the clock.

How it works

From inquiry to arrival.

  1. 1

    Share your dates

    Two quick steps below, or one WhatsApp message.

  2. 2

    Nkeng replies

    Availability, a quote for your dates and any questions, usually within a few hours.

  3. 3

    Confirm

    Terms in writing. The villa is reserved for your group alone, with no deposit; payment can be made on arrival.

  4. 4

    Arrive to a plan

    Your concierge arranges your arrival and sends a short guide before you fly.

Nkeng

Your concierge for Urugwiro

Tell me about your group. I'll take it from there.

What Nkeng arranges →
  1. 1

    Share your dates

    Two quick steps, or one WhatsApp message.

  2. 2

    Nkeng replies

    Availability, a quote for your dates and any questions, usually within a few hours.

  3. 3

    Confirm

    Terms in writing. The villa is reserved for your group alone, with no deposit; payment can be made on arrival.

  4. 4

    Arrive to a plan

    Your concierge arranges your arrival and sends a short guide before you fly.

Your stay

Begin the conversation.

Nkeng replies personally. No booking engine and nothing to pay at this stage. Just your dates and what you have in mind.

  1. Dates
  2. Guests
  3. Extras
  4. Details

It felt like a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and privacy.
Vania O.Kigali, RwandaSeptember 2026Family & friends

Verified stay at Urugwiro

Questions guests ask first.

Is the whole villa ours?

Yes. The villa and its 2,000 m² are booked to one group at a time: all four bedrooms, the double-height living room, the second lounge, the pool and the grounds are yours for the stay.

How private and secure is it?

The villa sits within its own gated compound, with a security guard on duty around the clock and a house manager on the property. Staff quarters are kept separate from the guest areas.

How many guests can stay?

Up to eight, in four bedrooms: one king and three queen. The principal suite, Bedroom Two and Bedroom Three are en-suite; Bedroom Four uses the hallway bathroom.

Can we celebrate at the villa?

Yes. Urugwiro is made for good times with your group: music, dinners and celebrations are welcome, at a volume that respects the neighbours. Tell Nkeng what you are planning, and the house will be ready.

When are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Your concierge confirms arrival details before you travel.

Do I pay anything to enquire?

No. Nkeng confirms availability and a quote first. No deposit is needed, and payment can be made on arrival.

What are the deposit and payment terms?

No deposit is needed. Nkeng confirms the total in writing before you arrive, and payment can be made on arrival. Bank transfer, card and mobile money are accepted.

What is the cancellation policy?

No deposit is taken, so nothing is lost if your plans change. Just let Nkeng know as early as you can.

Is there air conditioning?

Yes, in the living rooms. Every bedroom has a fan.

Can we bring our dog?

Yes, pets are welcome. Mention it in your inquiry so the house is ready.

Terms

Nothing to pay to enquire · Payment on arrival

Cash is also accepted on arrival at the villa, in US dollars or Rwandan francs, with a written receipt from the concierge.

The neighbourhood

Restaurants, cafés and embassies are a short walk away, and the Convention Centre, Kigali Heights, the Golf Resort, Kimihurura and BK Arena are all close by.

Airport transfers are arranged in advance, for a fee. Tours and local experiences are also arranged through your concierge, for a fee.

Neighbourhood
Kacyiru, Kigali
Nearest airport
Kigali International (KGL)

Good to know

Questions guests ask first.

Is the whole villa ours?

Yes. The villa and its 2,000 m² are booked to one group at a time: all four bedrooms, the double-height living room, the second lounge, the pool and the grounds are yours for the stay.

How private and secure is it?

The villa sits within its own gated compound, with a security guard on duty around the clock and a house manager on the property. Staff quarters are kept separate from the guest areas.

How many guests can stay?

Up to eight, in four bedrooms: one king and three queen. The principal suite, Bedroom Two and Bedroom Three are en-suite; Bedroom Four uses the hallway bathroom.

Can we celebrate at the villa?

Yes. Urugwiro is made for good times with your group: music, dinners and celebrations are welcome, at a volume that respects the neighbours. Tell Nkeng what you are planning, and the house will be ready.

When are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Your concierge confirms arrival details before you travel.

Do I pay anything to enquire?

No. Nkeng confirms availability and a quote first. No deposit is needed, and payment can be made on arrival.

What are the deposit and payment terms?

No deposit is needed. Nkeng confirms the total in writing before you arrive, and payment can be made on arrival. Bank transfer, card and mobile money are accepted.

What is the cancellation policy?

No deposit is taken, so nothing is lost if your plans change. Just let Nkeng know as early as you can.

Is there air conditioning?

Yes, in the living rooms. Every bedroom has a fan.

Can we bring our dog?

Yes, pets are welcome. Mention it in your inquiry so the house is ready.

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