The Retreat by Heaven
A stylish hotel with warm Rwandan hospitality and an award-winning restaurant
The Retreat by Heaven
Nestled in the heart of Kigali, the Retreat by Heaven offers families a luxurious base for exploring Rwanda’s vibrant capital and beyond. This boutique eco-resort combines modern elegance with warm Rwandan hospitality, providing an ideal sanctuary for a family safari.
Families can choose from spacious luxury villas and suites featuring private patios, outdoor rain showers, and even saltwater plunge pools. Two villas can adjoin through a garden gate, making them perfect for larger families seeking shared spaces. Locally crafted teak furnishings and serene gardens create a tranquil atmosphere, while sustainable, solar-powered amenities highlight the hotel’s eco-conscious ethos.
The Retreat is more than a hotel—it’s a celebrated hospitality training center of excellence, having trained over 3,000 Rwandans since its inception. Families can witness this commitment to community first hand at the resort’s acclaimed Fusion Restaurant. Many of the staff have honed their skills here, creating a dining experience that blends global culinary techniques with fresh Rwandan ingredients.
Activities cater to all ages, from guided city tours to hands-on experiences like traditional cooking classes and banana beer making. Budding chefs will love the culinary tour, which starts at a bustling farmer’s market and ends with a cooking session.
With its luxurious accommodations, enriching activities, and commitment to sustainability and community, The Retreat by Heaven ensures an unforgettable Kigali experience for families.
Coral Tree luxury rating
Number of rooms
20 rooms and suites
Location
Kigali
Child Policy
Children of all ages
Why we love it
‘Opened in 2018 to cater to the rising demand for luxury safaris to see Rwanda’s iconic mountain gorillas, the Retreat has quickly established itself as Kigali’s most luxurious and eco-friendly property.’
Key Highlights & Amenities
- Staffed by local Rwandans trained at the hotel’s hospitality training facility
- Solar-heated salt water swimming pool, outdoor yoga deck and fitness centre
- Award-winning Heaven Restaurant offering international cuisine with Rwandan flavours
- Luxury Pool Villas feature over 2000 sq metres of space and their own plunge pools