Hemingways Retreat

Hemingways Retreat is a charming and inviting small boutique hotel, recognised as Kigali’s first entirely solar-powered resort. The hotel enjoys a great location on a quiet and peaceful, tree-lined street in the Kiyovu neighbourhood of the city, and is just minutes from the city centre, ensuring it’s in a prime location for discovering Kigali.

Guests will have a choice of 20 expansive rooms, with features such as peaked ceilings, front and rear private patios, bathrooms with indoor and outdoor rain showers, and locally crafted teak wood furniture. The interior of each room is light, airy and spacious, featuring plenty of wood for a natural vibe, as well as touches of local art and decoration to add an element of tradition.

Meal are enjoyed at the onsite restaurant, Fusion. Blending international cuisine with local Rwandan and African flavours with a focus on quality local ingredients, the restaurant is set beside the hotel’s inviting saltwater swimming pool. You can find further relaxation in the hotel’s spa, indulging across a range of skincare or massage treatments, as well as relaxing in the Jacuzzi or sauna.