Okapi Hotel  

Set in the heart of Kigali’s central business district, Okapi Hotel delivers panoramic city views and easy access to the action. It’s about a 20-minute drive from Kigali International Airport, 850 meters from Kigali City Tower and a 15-minute walk from the Union Trade Center. Nyamirambo Stadium and Kigali Heights are a short drive away; the Kigali Convention Centre and University of Kigali sit roughly 3.6–3.7 miles out.

A boutique-sized hotel with 36 rooms, Okapi is known locally as “the place to be” thanks to its terrace views and lively on-site scene. Rooms include comforts like in-room safes, desks and cable TV; bathrooms offer bathtubs or rainfall showers and slippers. The staff can assist in English and French, and the property keeps a social, upbeat vibe—think city-view evenings and a friendly crowd.

Take in the skyline from the terrace, grab drinks at the bar/lounge, or sing at the on-site karaoke. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected, and free self-parking is available. Practical services include laundry, dry cleaning, ironing and car rental arranged by concierge.

Event-ready with a conference center, meeting and presentation facilities, plus luggage storage and concierge support. Complimentary wireless internet helps keep meetings and emails moving.

The hotel restaurant serves lunch and dinner, the bar/lounge is open for evening drinks, and room service is available during limited hours. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.