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Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites
A Mantis Hotel Experience
Overview
Experience the Ultimate Family Adventure and Sustainable Hospitality at Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites
Located near the northern entrance of Akagera National Park in Rwanda’s Eastern Province district of Nyagatare. EPIC Hotel is the ultimate destination for both business and leisure travellers, offering 77 well-appointed rooms and exceptional facilities that cater to your every need.
At Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites, we take pride in engaging with local communities and businesses to provide our guests with a richer experience that celebrates Rwandese culture and traditions. From our traditional Rwandese village walks to our modern and spacious guest areas, our hotel offers a blend of contemporary luxury and authentic local charm. Â We are committed to preserving the natural beauty of our surroundings and ensuring that our guests can experience the wonders of Rwanda’s wildlife and natural landscapes in an eco-friendly way.
Our range of amenities caters to families, corporate guests, and leisure travellers of all ages. Whether you’re looking to unwind in our serene pool area, hit the tennis or basketball courts, or relax in our spa and sauna, we have something for everyone. Families will love our fantastic children’s playroom and large family rooms, while corporate guests can take advantage of our conference centre and banqueting venue.
We invite you to join us at Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites and experience the ultimate family adventure holiday destination. Our swanky bar and restaurant offer an array of delicious dining options, and our fitness centre provides a place to stay active and energized during your stay. Book your stay with us today and discover the perfect blend of luxury, local culture, and sustainable tourism.
For enquiries and to book, please call reception on +250 (0) 734 016 888 / +250 (0) 788 381 409
View our online brochure here
Accommodation
spacious rooms with beautiful views
Catering for everyone, EPIC Hotel & Suites offers accommodation types for various travellers. The standard rooms are perfect for the busy traveller who will benefit from the convenient work space in the rooms. While the hotel offers 7 large family rooms to cater for comfort and leisure as well as a luxurious presidential suite offering opulent spaces. The rooms all include convenient amenities such as air conditioning, flat screen TVs, complimentary wifi, coffee station, laundry service, and 24-hour room service.
34 Standard Rooms
The standard rooms are designed especially for those in need of the necessities; whether you’re overnighting at EPIC Hotel on your way to exploring the rest of Rwanda, or on...
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24 Superior Rooms
The superior rooms offer more comfort than the Standard Rooms. Comprising of a seating area, work space and en-suite bathroom.
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1 Standard Suite
EPIC Hotel has one Standard Suite. Luxurious décor in a spacious setting including a work space and en-suite bathroom. This suite overlooks the pristine gardens and swimming pools.
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1 Superior Suite
Offering more space and better views, the superior suite has everything an executive traveller may need. This open plan suite has a living area, a comfortable work space, minibar, and...
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9 Executive Suite
For the executive traveller, these suites are perfectly designed for convenience and comfort. Offering a spacious work area and en-suite bathroom, these suites have a living room and sitting area....
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1 Presidential Suite
The Presidential Suite is perfect for the sophisticated traveller, offering luxury and class. The spaces are immaculately designed in opulent style. Offering a separate lounge area with an open plan...
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Restaurants
The Social Restaurant
Farm to table
Mantis EIPC Hotel and Suites proudly boasts an impressive organic vegetable garden growing seasonal produce all year round. Guests are encouraged to walk through the gardens and are welcome to...
Nelson’s Bar
Open 12:00 noon – 11:00PM daily
For those wanting to enjoy a sundowner, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, while enjoying uninterrupted views of the Nyagatare landscape featuring rolling hills and endless savannah. Drink in style while the...
Pool Deck bar and restaurant
Open daily 11:00AM-11:00PM
Experience relaxed dining for the family at the poolside restaurant which caters for your children. Enjoy al fresco dining while your children take a dip and splash around the pool...
Hotel Experience
Impact Projects
School Feeding program
Wildlife Rehoming
Community Garden Project
Supporting Local Guides
Pack-for-a-Purpose
Community Healthcare Donations
School Literacy Program
Children’s Tennis Coaching
Sustainability
Rainwater Capturing
Onsite Organic Vegetable Garden
Onsite Composting Program
Recycling program
Alien Species Clearing
Indigenous Butterfly Garden
Guest Impact Experiences
Guided Village Walks
Genocide Memorial Walk and Donations
Umuganda Guest Experience
Guided Nature Walk
Business
Ballroom (capacity of 250 guests)
5 executive meeting rooms (capacity of 18 guests)
Audiovisual equipment
WiFi
Food & Drink
Pool deck restaurant and bar
The Social Restaurant
Atrium Lounge
Nelson’s Bar
Wellness
Fitness centre / aerobics room
Personal Fitness Instructor
Daily 06h00 run through the village
Sauna and steam room
Recreational
Adult & children swimming pools
Floodlit basketball court
2 Flood-lit tennis courts
Children’s playroom
Guided Village Walks
Boutique Curio Shop
Peace of mind
Wheelchair access (in public areas)
24-hour reception & concierge
Transfers on request
Babysitting services
Secure parking
Spa
Spa (massage and reflexology treatments only)
Sauna and Steam room
Location
Located in the Eastern Province District of Nyagatare; 149 KM from Kigali International Airport and 50km from the Rwanda-Uganda border point of Kagitumba, EPIC Hotel is ideally situated for the business-orientated travellers. Leisure travellers have the benefit of the location as it is 35 km from the northern gate of the Akagera National Park (ANP), and a 146 km from the main entrance of the Park, allowing visitors the opportunity to spend more time in the National Park which features an array of wildlife and bird species.
Access: International flights arrive daily at the Kigali International Airport. Approximately 3-hour drive from Kigali International Airport.
Within short driving distance of the Akagera National Park (northern exit gate)
Street 36, Mirama 1, Nyagatare, Rwanda
Experiences
Traditional Cultural Troupe
Rwandese Dance Culture
Music and dance play an important role in many cultures – Rwanda is no different, with expressive dances being performed at every important occasion.
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Mountain Biking
An off road adventure
Breathtaking, undulating landscapes best seen off road, on a mountain bike!
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Savannah Hiking
Exploring the Rwanda countryside
A relaxed, guided hiking tour of the beautiful, surrounding countryside.
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Inyambo Cows
The magnificent long-horn cattle
Inyambo or ‘sacred cows’ are the long-horn cattle that are seen in and around the Nyagatare District
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Liberation History Tourism Trail
Rwanda’s Liberation Struggle
Visit key sites of where important events took place during the liberation struggle.
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