Short answer: At Holy Apartments a furnished one-bedroom apartment with its own kitchen is $600 a month, and a studio with a shared kitchen is $400 a month, both including cleaning, internet, gas and all bills. Monthly rates apply to stays of 30 nights or more. Nightly rates are $45 and $35. The apartments are in Kicukiro, about 3 minutes from Kigali International Airport.
Key takeaways
- One-bedroom: $600 a month ($45 a night). Studio: $400 a month ($35 a night).
- Rates include cleaning, internet, cooking gas and all bills, and the apartments are furnished.
- One-bedrooms have their own kitchen. Studios use a shared kitchen.
- A monthly stay is a low-commitment way to live in Kigali before you sign a long lease.
What is a furnished monthly apartment?
A furnished monthly apartment is a home you can move into with a suitcase. The bed, living furniture and appliances are already there, utilities are connected, and a single monthly rate covers the running costs. It sits between a hotel (convenient but expensive and cramped over weeks) and a traditional lease (cheaper per month but with set-up work, deposits and commitment).
For people relocating to Kigali, residents between homes, remote workers and long-stay visitors, that middle ground is often exactly right.
Monthly rates at Holy Apartments
| One-bedroom | Studio | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly rate (30+ nights) | $600 | $400 |
| Nightly rate | $45 | $35 |
| Kitchen | Your own kitchen | Shared kitchen |
| Layout | Separate bedroom + living area | Private open-plan room |
| Apartments available | 5 | 4 |
| Included | Cleaning, internet, gas and all bills | |
The booking form on our Book page estimates your total as you pick your dates. For stays of 30 nights or more it applies the monthly rate to each full 30 nights and charges the remaining nights at the nightly rate, never more than one month. We confirm the exact figure when we reply.
What is included in the monthly rate
- Cleaning so your time goes to work and life in Kigali, not housework.
- Internet in every apartment, with no data bundles to buy.
- Cooking gas with nothing to refill.
- All bills, which means no electricity tokens or separate utility invoices.
The apartments also have air conditioning, hot water and a TV, and the building has parking, security, a generator for backup power, a lift and an easily accessed rooftop. Airport pickup is optional and paid separately. For a detailed look at what these inclusions replace, read what “all bills included” means.
One-bedroom or studio: which should you choose?
Choose the one-bedroom if…
- You are relocating and want a proper home base for several weeks or months.
- You cook regularly and want your own kitchen.
- You work from home and want a separate bedroom and living area.
- You are a couple or want more space.
Choose the studio if…
- You are travelling solo and want the most affordable furnished option.
- You are comfortable with a shared kitchen.
- You are using the apartment mostly to sleep, rest and work, and eating out or cooking occasionally.
See floor plans and photos on the apartments page.
Monthly stay versus a long-term lease
| Monthly furnished stay | Typical long-term lease | |
|---|---|---|
| Commitment | Short and flexible | Often a year or longer, confirm terms |
| Furniture | Included | Often unfurnished or extra |
| Utilities | Included | Set up and paid separately |
| Cleaning | Included | Arranged separately |
| Set-up effort | Move in with a suitcase | Contracts, deposits, accounts, furnishing |
| Best for | Newcomers, transitions, remote work | Settled residents |
A common approach is to take a monthly stay first, learn the city, then sign a long lease once you know where you want to live. Our first-month relocation plan shows how.
Who chooses monthly stays in Kigali?
- People relocating to Kigali for work, family or a fresh start, who want a soft landing.
- Current Kigali residents between homes, renovating, or hosting visiting family. See short-term apartments for Kigali residents.
- Foreigners and remote workers spending a few weeks to a few months in Rwanda.
- Consultants and project teams with a time-limited assignment.
Practical details for a month in Kigali
Location and getting around
Holy Apartments is on KK 101 St in Kicukiro District, about 3 minutes from Kigali International Airport and roughly 10 km from the city centre (typically a 20 to 30 minute drive, longer at rush hour). For regular trips into town, plan around rush hours (roughly 7 to 9 AM and 5 to 7 PM). Taxis, ride-hailing apps and moto-taxis are all available.
Working from your apartment
Internet is included, and the one-bedroom’s separate living area makes a practical workspace. For meetings and networking, Kigali has co-working spaces and cafés in the central neighbourhoods.
Groceries and eating
Supermarkets and local markets are within reach by car or taxi, and gas for cooking is included. In a studio you share a kitchen, so plan simple meals and bring your own storage containers.
Check-in and check-out
Check-in is possible at any time, which suits late arrivals. Check-out is at 11:00 am.
How to book a monthly stay
- Open the Book page and choose your dates and apartment type.
- Add airport pickup if you want it, with your flight number and landing time.
- Send the request. We reply to confirm availability and your total.
- Pay the full amount before you arrive or on arrival, by mobile money (MTN MoMo or Airtel Money), bank transfer or card.
- Arrive, check in at any time, and start your month.
You can also message us on WhatsApp or call the number on our contact page. No payment is needed to send a request.
How can I pay?
By mobile money (MTN MoMo or Airtel Money), bank transfer or card, for the full amount before or on arrival.
A month in a furnished apartment: what to expect
Week 1: settle in
Check in, unpack, and test the Wi-Fi, air conditioning and hot water. Stock the kitchen with the basics. If you are in a studio, meet your neighbours in the shared kitchen and agree simple routines.
Weeks 2 and 3: build a routine
By now you know the area. Find your favourite cafés, a reliable taxi option and the quickest routes to where you spend your time. Because cleaning is included, your apartment stays tidy without effort.
Week 4: decide what is next
Extend your stay, move into a long-term home, or travel onward. Tell your host a week or two ahead so your plans can be accommodated.
What to bring for a monthly stay
- Clothes for a month, with a few warm layers for evenings.
- Laptop, chargers and a plug adapter (Type C or J).
- Personal items and any medicines you need.
- Favourite pantry items or spices if you plan to cook.
- Entertainment such as books or downloads. The apartments have a TV and included internet.
Furniture, appliances and utilities are already provided, so you can leave bulky household items behind.
Budget your month
Start with the accommodation rate, then add your own spending categories: food, transport, connectivity, activities and a buffer. Because utilities, internet, gas and cleaning are included, the accommodation line is predictable, which makes the rest of your budget easier to estimate. If you plan to take airport pickup on arrival, add that separately, since it is a paid service confirmed with your booking.
Extending or leaving
If you want to stay longer, tell us as early as you can so we can confirm availability. At the end of your stay, check-out is at 11:00 am, and the airport is about 3 minutes away, so late-day flights are easy to manage. We can arrange airport pickup for departures on request.
Monthly stay checklist
Before you book
- Decide your dates and how flexible they are.
- Choose one-bedroom (own kitchen) or studio (shared kitchen).
- Check what is included and what is extra.
- Ask about extensions and early departure.
On arrival
- Check in at any time and inspect the apartment with your host.
- Test the air conditioning, hot water, TV and Wi-Fi.
- Learn the shared areas, parking and building security.
- Save emergency and host contact numbers.
During your stay
- Agree a cleaning schedule with your host.
- Report any issue early so it can be fixed quickly.
- Keep valuables secure and respect neighbours.
Before you leave
- Confirm your check-out time (11:00 am).
- Arrange airport transport if needed.
- Return keys and check you have your belongings.
Working from a monthly apartment
A reliable connection, a comfortable space and backup power are the essentials. Internet is included, the building has a generator, and the one-bedroom’s living area gives you a place to work that is separate from where you sleep. Set a routine, take breaks on the rooftop, and use central Kigali’s co-working spaces or cafés when you want to meet people.
Living costs beyond the rent
With the apartment’s running costs covered, the remaining costs are largely personal: groceries and eating out, transport, mobile data, and leisure. Markets and supermarkets give you choice at different price points, and having cooking gas included makes home cooking cheaper. In a studio, plan around shared kitchen use.
Is a monthly stay right for you?
Choose a monthly furnished apartment if you value flexibility, want to avoid furnishing and utility set-up, and plan to stay from one month to several. If you already know the neighbourhood you want and intend to stay for years, a long-term lease may eventually make more sense, but even then a monthly stay is a smart first step.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a monthly furnished apartment in Kigali?
At Holy Apartments, a furnished one-bedroom is $600 a month and a studio is $400 a month, including cleaning, internet, gas and all bills.
What counts as a monthly stay?
Monthly rates apply to stays of 30 nights or more.
Are the apartments furnished?
Yes. They include furniture and appliances, air conditioning, hot water and a TV.
Do I get my own kitchen?
One-bedroom apartments have their own kitchen. Studios use a shared kitchen.
Can I stay longer than a month?
Yes. Tell us your dates and we confirm availability and the rate for longer stays.
Is airport pickup included?
No. It is optional and paid separately. We confirm the price with your booking.
Can I check in at night?
Yes. Check-in is possible at any time.
Rates quoted as of October 2026 and confirmed when you book. Last reviewed October 2026.