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Candlelit poolside dining area at The Retreat luxury lodge in Kigali, featuring tropical gardens and illuminated swimming pool at dusk
The Retreat
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A luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Rwanda’s vibrant Kigali
Settled along a leafy street in the heart of Rwanda’s vibrant and modern capital, Kigali, The Retreat is a luxury boutique hotel that is the perfect base from which to explore the city. Just 20 minutes from the airport, this conveniently placed hotel offers a range of activities — including a banana beer-making workshop, and various culture and nature tours. The Retreat is committed to sustainability, uses solar power, sources organic toiletries, and makes use of sustainably sourced teak furniture. The Retreat has a farm-to-table ethos, providing fusion cuisine at their restaurant.
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Rooms
Superior King Suite
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2The Superior King Suites are a luxury haven in a vibrant city. The suites are adorned with wooden accents and feature private outdoor decks. Each suite also features a fitted king-size bed (with 4 rooms offering a conversion to 2 twin beds) and an en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers.
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Luxury Pool Villa
2•2The Luxury Pool Villas are a luxury sanctuary, each featuring an emperor king-size bed that can be converted into 2 twin beds, and an en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor rain showers. The Villas also include a sleeper couch that can be converted into a child’s bed and a private heated plunge pool.
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Deluxe King Room
1•2The Deluxe King Rooms are decorated in a tasteful blend of wooden accents and contemporary Rwandan flair. Each room features a fitted king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom, and a patio with outdoor seating.
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Superior King Suite
1•2The Superior King Suites are a luxury haven in a vibrant city. The suites are adorned with wooden accents and feature private outdoor decks. Each suite also features a fitted king-size bed (with 4 rooms offering a conversion to 2 twin beds) and an en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers.
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Luxury Pool Villa
2•2The Luxury Pool Villas are a luxury sanctuary, each featuring an emperor king-size bed that can be converted into 2 twin beds, and an en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor rain showers. The Villas also include a sleeper couch that can be converted into a child’s bed and a private heated plunge pool.
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Deluxe King Room
1•2The Deluxe King Rooms are decorated in a tasteful blend of wooden accents and contemporary Rwandan flair. Each room features a fitted king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom, and a patio with outdoor seating.
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Facilities
The below facilities are available at this stay:
- Bar / Lounge
- Spa
- Secured parking
- WIFI
- Laundry service
- Gym
- Outdoor Pool
- Restaurant
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What our travellers are saying
With super short notice, they organised a trip that was just perfect. Loved everything about it! Will definitely recommend Viatu to all my friends!
Margherita
Verified TravellerOur Viatu experience was just amazing, starting with the first discussions and the planning of our trip to Namibia. The Viatu team did a great job planning the trip according to our wishes and preferences.
Stefano
Verified TravellerWe booked our 3.5-week honeymoon with Viatu, and it was simply wonderful! We had the most amazing time in South Africa and will book holidays with Viatu again!
Linda
Verified TravellerI spent one of my most exciting and beautiful holidays with Viatu in Namibia. From unforgettable game drives, lodges with stunning locations, delicious food and an adventurous cycling trip through the desert, we got the full package.
Manuel
Verified TravellerFrom the first contact to trip preparation and implementation as well as support during the trip, Viatu always acted very professionally. Our wishes and the given financial framework were taken into account. The hotels, the food, the activities - everything was excellent and highly recommended.
Nadja
Verified TravellerWe booked our honeymoon with Viatu. From the first minute on, we had good communication going with our travel agent, and she suggested a very nice itinerary right away. After some little adjustments that were easily done, we were ready to go.
Nora
Verified TravellerI'm very thankful for my first Viatu experience. The 3-week trip across Namibia combined incredible landscapes and nature, mindblowing eco-friendly lodges and utter peace of mind. The organisation and support of the Viatu team were spot-on - this is the way to impress. Thanks a lot!
Christoph
Verified TravellerThe recommended accommodations were perfect for us and everything was as expected. Even though we booked on very short notice, everything went smoothly and was well managed by Viatu.
Jan
Verified TravellerWe had the most wonderful experience with Viatu and the trip of a lifetime. My sister and I travelled for 3,5 weeks through Namibia and South Africa, and everything was perfectly planned and just amazing.
Valerie
Verified TravellerBecause of the easy way we communicated with our Viatu expert, it felt like planning our holidays with a friend. It made it really flexible and perfectly suitable for our needs. The accommodations that he suggested were just wonderful and a perfect mix of everything we needed.
Nicole
Verified TravellerWith super short notice, they organised a trip that was just perfect. Loved everything about it! Will definitely recommend Viatu to all my friends!
Margherita
Verified TravellerOur Viatu experience was just amazing, starting with the first discussions and the planning of our trip to Namibia. The Viatu team did a great job planning the trip according to our wishes and preferences.
Stefano
Verified TravellerWe booked our 3.5-week honeymoon with Viatu, and it was simply wonderful! We had the most amazing time in South Africa and will book holidays with Viatu again!
Linda
Verified TravellerI spent one of my most exciting and beautiful holidays with Viatu in Namibia. From unforgettable game drives, lodges with stunning locations, delicious food and an adventurous cycling trip through the desert, we got the full package.
Manuel
Verified TravellerFrom the first contact to trip preparation and implementation as well as support during the trip, Viatu always acted very professionally. Our wishes and the given financial framework were taken into account. The hotels, the food, the activities - everything was excellent and highly recommended.
Nadja
Verified TravellerWe booked our honeymoon with Viatu. From the first minute on, we had good communication going with our travel agent, and she suggested a very nice itinerary right away. After some little adjustments that were easily done, we were ready to go.
Nora
Verified TravellerI'm very thankful for my first Viatu experience. The 3-week trip across Namibia combined incredible landscapes and nature, mindblowing eco-friendly lodges and utter peace of mind. The organisation and support of the Viatu team were spot-on - this is the way to impress. Thanks a lot!
Christoph
Verified TravellerThe recommended accommodations were perfect for us and everything was as expected. Even though we booked on very short notice, everything went smoothly and was well managed by Viatu.
Jan
Verified TravellerWe had the most wonderful experience with Viatu and the trip of a lifetime. My sister and I travelled for 3,5 weeks through Namibia and South Africa, and everything was perfectly planned and just amazing.
Valerie
Verified TravellerBecause of the easy way we communicated with our Viatu expert, it felt like planning our holidays with a friend. It made it really flexible and perfectly suitable for our needs. The accommodations that he suggested were just wonderful and a perfect mix of everything we needed.
Nicole
Verified Traveller