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How to find the best hotel deals in Butare

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How to find the best hotel deal in Butare

  • The same magic that drives our flight search can also help you find the best-priced stays around. Use these hacks to search smarter and pocket savings on your Butare hotel.

  • Plan your trip ahead of time to save on your Butare hotel. You'll also have a wider variety of stays and room types to choose from, especially during peak seasons.

  • That being said, booking at the last minute can pay off. Some places cut their rates a day or two ahead of check-in to help fill empty rooms.

  • Another secret trick to finding cheaper hotels? Flexibility. If your itinerary isn't written in stone, check prices across different dates and discover how much you can save.

  • Avoid paying extra fees by searching for stays that have free cancellation. If your schedule changes or a better offer shows up, you can cancel your booking without penalty.

Where to stay in Butare

Central Butare

  • To get the most out of central Butare, you'll want to be near the attractions you came to see. Here are a few accommodation options close to the highlights.

  • Settle in at Hôtel Maisons-Sifa. One of the most popular hotels near Ngoma Genocide Memorial, base yourself here and you'll be around 3 kilometres from this top sight. This Butare hotel is a go-to for couples and holds a 4-star rating.

  • Looking to stay near Chapel? Light House Hotel is roughly 2 kilometres away. This hotel in Butare gets top marks for both comfort and convenience.

When to go to Butare

  • The weather often decides when it's best to go. If you prefer warmer conditions, August tends to deliver with temperatures that reach up to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • June is the coolest time of year, with lows of 12ºC (54ºF).

  • Want to avoid grey skies? Search for Butare hotels in July. It's the driest time to visit, with one day of rain on average.

  • Rain is more common in April, which gets around 21 days of wet weather.

Best 4-star hotels in Butare

  • Get the upgrade without the splurge at one of the 4-star hotels in Butare. Enjoy perks like cocktail lounges, spas, and signature restaurants designed to elevate your stay. From the rooms to the amenities and service, they're known for their extra attention to detail.

  • Hôtel Maisons-Sifa offers everything you'd expect from a 4-star stay. Concierge assistance and room service help make this option a go-to for many.

Best hotels with a spa

  • Discover your zen at a Butare hotel with a spa. These stays feature anything from hot tubs and saunas, to treatment rooms and fitness centres. Toss in meditation spaces, wellness retreats, and beauty salons and you've got the recipe for relaxation.

  • Get the break you deserve at Light House Hotel. This 3-star accommodation option comes with all the right touches, including a spa and a sauna.

Finding cheap hotels in Butare: FAQs

In Butare, the expected average temperature in February is 21°C. The warmest month is typically October, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is May, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is April, and the driest month is July.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Butare with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is R 727 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for R 729 per night.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Wednesday is the cheapest day to stay in Butare. And the most expensive day seems to be Monday
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Butare is February, with an average price of R 728 per night. The most expensive month is February, when the average room rate can rise to R 728 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in February is R 728 per night, which is around 0% higher than the rest of the year.

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