Bond-Level Luxury in Rwanda
Luxe in the city in Kigali.
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If Rwanda’s on your bucket list, you just scored the inside tip.
Sitting pretty on Rebero Hill in the capital city of Kigali, The Pinnacle Kigali is a new nine-suite retreat giving “private estate meets Bond villain hideout” in the best way. Think personal butler, a Dolby Atmos cinema and even a four-lane bowling alley.
What to Know:
Independently owned by Rwandan entrepreneur Sheila Kyarisiima, sustainability runs the show. The property runs on solar, harvests rainwater, uses electric vehicles, composts like a pro and cut out single-use plastics altogether.
The Pinnacle mixes global polish with hometown soul: bespoke furniture, deep soaking tubs and a pan-African art collection that could double as a gallery crawl. Four restaurants keep things interesting, a kitchen garden supplies the herbs, the Champagne lounge handles the celebrations and the 1,000-bottle wine cellar is a choose-your-own adventure.
It’s luxe without trying too hard and perfectly placed for anyone trekking with gorillas or just buzzing through Kigali. The kicker: a departure-day perk that lets you lounge by the pool for free. You deserve this kind of upgrade.
Book here, rates from $3,090.
What to Pack:
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Maeve V-Neck Wool Blend Sweater
This tailored sweater works for chilly mornings or evening cocktails. Pair with jeans for casual daytime look or silk pants for night.
Reformation Carolina Silk Pants
Silky paints with a feminine lace edging are comfortable yet sexy.
Resin Drop Hoop Earrings
Expertly crafted from tortoise resin, this teardrop-shaped statement hoop is finished with a 12-karat gold-plated brass inner rim, securing with a click-top closure for ease. Bold yet sleek, it can be styled back to your casual day looks, office attire, or your favorite swim for an elevated pop.
Bibi Lou Netted Jelly Mules
This Spainish shoe line crafts shoe and boot collections that celebrate quality, versatility, and importantly, the creative spirit. These jelly mules are great for poolside or rooftop.