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A five-star hotel on KN 3 Avenue with 148 rooms and 25 suites, an 18-metre pool, a Moroccan-style spa and two restaurants, minutes from the business…
Kigali Marriott Hotel
A five-star Marriott on KN 3 Avenue with an outdoor pool, Saray Spa, Italian restaurant, all-day dining and a terrace bar, about 11km from the airport.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury hotel
- Area
- Nyarugenge, Kigali, Rwanda
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Hotel class
- 5-star
- Official site
- marriott.com
Good to know
- Outdoor pool
- Saray Spa
- Fitness centre
- Club lounge
- Four restaurants and bars
- Airport shuttle on request
Why we recommend it
The Kigali Marriott Hotel stands on KN 3 Avenue in Nyarugenge, close to the city centre, and is one of Kigali's main five-star hotels. It is a natural base for business travellers and conference delegates, and for leisure visitors who want international-standard rooms and facilities between trips to the national parks.
The hotel has an outdoor pool, the Saray Spa and a fitness centre, all available to guests, as well as a club lounge, a business centre and meeting space. Kigali International Airport is about 11km away, and the hotel runs an airport shuttle that must be reserved in advance, which is useful for late arrivals.
Food and drink is a strength. Cucina serves Italian food at lunch and dinner in a smart-casual setting. Soko is the all-day restaurant, open from early morning for the breakfast buffet and serving international dishes through the day; local guide site Living in Kigali highlights its Asian Night on Tuesdays, with live stations for sushi, dim sum, curries and noodles. Iriba Bar and Terrace, open from breakfast until midnight, has an airy atrium and an open-air terrace, and Sarabi Pool Bar serves barbecue by the pool from late morning to early evening.
The hotel suits couples and families who want a pool and plenty of dining choice without leaving the property, and solo business travellers who need reliable service and meeting rooms. Book well ahead when large events are on at the Kigali Convention Centre, as the city's major hotels fill quickly, and check whether breakfast is included in your rate.
Because the hotel has four places to eat and drink, non-residents can also come for a meal or a drink: Iriba's terrace works as a meeting spot, and Cucina suits a business dinner. If you want a quieter evening, the pool bar and in-house restaurants mean you can stay on site after a busy day in the city. Ask about the club lounge if you are staying for work and want somewhere quiet to meet outside your room.
From KN 3 Avenue it is a short drive to the city centre, the Kandt House Museum and the Kiyovu restaurants, and about ten minutes to the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi. The Kigali Serena Hotel is on the same avenue. Taxis and ride-hailing cars are easy to arrange from the lobby.
Kigali Marriott Hotel FAQs
Where is the Kigali Marriott?
On KN 3 Avenue in Nyarugenge District, close to central Kigali.
How far is it from the airport?
About 11.3km from Kigali International Airport.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available with a reservation.
Is there a pool and spa?
Yes, an outdoor pool, the Saray Spa and a fitness centre.
What restaurants are there?
Cucina (Italian), Soko (all-day dining), Iriba Bar and Terrace, and Sarabi Pool Bar.
What is the dress code at Cucina?
Smart casual.
How do I contact the hotel?
Call +250 222 111 111.