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Pinnacle Kigali
- Location: Kigali, Rwanda
- Why it’s notable: This nine-suite retreat in Kigali’s Rebero Hills offers a city stay that feels personal, private, and refined, with features like a private Dolby Atmos cinema, a saltwater infinity pool, and a post-safari treat that allows guests to access spa and dining services before their international flights. Owned by Rwandan entrepreneur Sheila Kyarisiima, it’s positioned to become one of East Africa’s most exclusive small-scale luxury hotels.
- Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Anyone planning to see Rwanda’s mountain gorillas but wants a luxury hotel stay before or after.
- What’s nearby: Just over six miles from Kigali International Airport, the hotel sits within easy reach of the capital’s art galleries, fashion studios, and the Campaign Against Genocide Museum. For those continuing onward, it also serves as a convenient base for trips to Volcanoes National Park, home to gorilla trekking in the highlands.
- Opening: January 2026