One&Only Gorilla’s Nest Rwanda
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
Volcanoes National Park, Musanze, Northern Province
www.oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-only-gorillas-nest-rwandaw
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
One&Only Resorts
Date of Creation
September 2019
Hotel General Manager
Craig Storkey is the Area Lodge Manager. Craig will take responsibility for Rwanda and is the custodian of the One&Only Nature Resort experience in Rwanda. As the Area Lodge Manager Craig will oversee the operations of both One&Only Gorilla Nest and One&Only Nyungwe House whose resort manager is Jacques Le Roux.
During his tenure at Sun International, Craig and his team received various awards and accolades such as several mentions on Travel & Leisure and the annual Travel Awards.
“Craig is an outstanding addition to the team and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience,” said Philippe Zuber, President and Chief Operating Officer, One&Only Resorts. “Craig will be based at One&Only Gorilla Nest and tasked to develop innovative strategies to improve our nature experience
Hotel Positioning
Luxury Brand
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
History & Story
Cushioned in the foothills of the breath-taking Virunga volcano range, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest makes the magical possible as you enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime, personal encounter with the rare and majestic mountain gorilla, roaming free in its own natural habitat.
Guests will be welcomed by an impactful view of the Main Lodge, up the volcano stone drive complete with traditional Rwandan welcome and signature One&Only Gorilla’s Nest drink.
The resort has 21 guest lodges and suites – 14 guest rooms (king), -2 4Bedroom Forest Lodges and seven one-bedroom suites, including two super suites. Modern in design, yet with traditional Rwandan influences, each overlooks the vast African terrain with private decks and in-room fireplace.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Delight in active adventures such as trekking, hiking and visit to the twin lakes
Location
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Key sites/activities in the area
• Gorilla trekking
• Golden Monkey trekking
• Hiking
• Musanze caves
• Cultural visits
• Twin Lakes
• Canoeing
Children’s Corner
10 years minimum
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: Seven one-bedroom suites
• Number of Luxury rooms: Fourteen luxury rooms
Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 21 keys
Restaurants & Bars
All-inclusive
• The Nest
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest will have one main restaurant, The Nest (ability to welcome over 128 guests; indoor 52; 76 outside) with the ability to welcome non-resort guests. The Nest will focus on local, organic food; breakfast with semi-buffet (that is hidden); room temperature items on display, interactive fresh, juice-making station. Hot food cooked to order—high level of freshness and quality; reduction of food wastage.
Lunch/afternoon tea/dinner: local use of products and menus are based on seasonal elements (as much as possible), use of local farmers—based on European/ Mediterranean celebrating Rwanda. Daily special to showcase the bespoke experience. The Nest also offers a samovar with a wide tea selection as well as another coffee bar. Large terrace with fireplace. A private dining room 22/20.
• The Nest Bar
Traditional cocktails with a modern twist incorporating rose water and eucalyptus (as it surrounds the resort). Wine selection—semi-visual wine fridge with a majority of South African wines but offers global choices. Chef’s Garden: will not be ready on opening; the resort will potentially develop a greenhouse (DO NOT REFERENCE). In-room dining will also be served from this dining lodge (not included).
There is another bar at the pool at the One&Only Spa focusing on the healthy options with fresh juices evolving into evening cocktails.
The Boma will be themed and will be a pop-up (not daily experience) another location to enjoy tales from the day.
Wellness
• One&Only Spa
A reception and 2 treatment rooms (1 single, 1 couples’ room) in one building (this is a separate building to below).
Another building will offer the relaxation room complete with an open-air (partially covered) plunge pool that is surrounded by the eucalyptus tree forest, fitness centre, steam and sauna, male and female change rooms, Pool and Pool Bar.
Corporate & Celebration Events
The private dining room can hold up to 20 /22guests for an Executive Meeting.
Extra Notable Features
Guests will also be able to purchase the signature OOGN coffee beans. Further supporting retail will be introduced as far as mugs, grinders, etc.