Must-see hotels in Democratic Republic of Congo

  • Hotel Sunnyday

    Kinshasa

    This friendly and spotless oasis in Gombe is a great little in-the-know bolthole. Accommodation is divided into rooms, studios (with kitchens) and larger…

  • Procure Ste Anne

    Kinshasa

    This quiet colonial-era mansion within a large Catholic compound offers Kinshasa's best value accommodation. Rooms are historic and immaculate with high…

  • Elais Hotel

    Kinshasa

    This superb place feels like a social club in the heart of downtown Kinshasa. It's an excellent choice for business travellers, who will love their two…

  • Léon Hôtel

    Kinshasa

    Central, smart and modern, the Léon is super clean and has welcoming staff. The rooms are spacious, have flat-screeen TVs, fridges, desks and rain showers…

  • Hôtel Estoril Sol

    Kinshasa

    Pleasant courtyard gardens and a fading colonial style are the hallmark of this lime-green place on the edge of downtown Kinshasa. You can lounge and dine…

  • HG Hotel

    Kinshasa

    This decent and good-value hotel offers the most salubrious lodgings in Matonge. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, hot-water bathrooms and fake-leather…

  • Hotel Invest de Presse

    Kinshasa

    This resortlike place has small and colourful rooms set in large gardens with a swimming pool (nonguests US$10). Like so many places in Kinshasa, it's…

  • Hôtel La Crèche

    Kinshasa

    Matonge's best-known hotel is rather rough, very noisy (especially on weekends) and the cheapest rooms are not meant to be occupied all night, if you know…

  • Hotel Belle-Vue

    Democratic Republic of Congo

    Set in one of the most striking colonial-era buildings in Lubumbashi, this will be a glamorous boutique hotel when DR Congo is stable, but for now it is…

  • Bougain Villa Guesthouse

    Democratic Republic of Congo

    This South African–run B&B is a real home away from home in L’shi. Secure, comfortable and including the basics like air-con, clean linen and satellite…

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