Eastern DRC
Easily the most luxurious and beautifully designed hotel in DRC, Mikeno Lodge is a pampering slice of bliss in the wilds of the Congo jungle. Each of the…
Must-see hotels in Democratic Republic of Congo
Eastern DRC
This much-loved oasis in the dusty heart of Kisangani offers spotless and charmingly decorated rooms in two courtyards that overflow with tropical…
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…
Bukavu
This impressive hotel has gorgeous gardens overlooking the lake and the feel of a colonial-era country club. The rooms are spacious and very well…
Kinshasa
This quiet colonial-era mansion within a large Catholic compound offers Kinshasa's best value accommodation. Rooms are historic and immaculate with high…
Eastern DRC
Miles from the volcanic landscapes of Virunga proper, horseshoe-shaped Tchegera Island is in Lake Kivu, but officially also part of the national park. It…
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…
Bukavu
This Swiss-run guesthouse is the baby of Carlos, who has been tracking gorillas in the national park for decades. His love for the creatures shines…
Goma
Goma's best hotel is some way out of the city centre, but makes the most of its gorgeous views over the lake. The cheapest rooms are on the small side and…
Eastern DRC
This magical spot is also the departure point for many of Virunga's gorilla-tracking excursions, which means you’ll be able to sleep later by staying here…
Goma
Offering smart rooms across eight price categories and an open-air restaurant with sweeping views of Lake Kivu, the Ihusi is set in beautifully kept…
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…
Goma
You've got a prime lakeside location here, including some lovely gardens, rooms with balconies and great views and a secure setting. The downside is the…
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…
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…
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…
Goma
It's hard to miss this pink-painted lakeside compound, where a selection of seemingly randomly priced rooms is available. Despite a few eyebrow-raising…
Bukavu
There are only two rooms at the friendly little Esperance Guest House – and they both share a bathroom – but everything is kept polished and clean, and a…
Eastern DRC
This smart complex in Kisangani has spacious and well-maintained rooms inside a compound that contains a manicured garden and a good restaurant. It's not…
Goma
Once Goma’s grandest hotel, this colonial relic's grandeur has certainly failed, but its rooms are a great deal given their central location. The…
Eastern DRC
This centrally located hotel is a decent, relatively budget option, which, while rather low on charm, has clean and decent rooms, most of which come with…
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…
Goma
This friendly budget hotel is right on the lake shore and offers clean, good-value rooms with mosquito nets. Room prices are determined by size and view…
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…
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…
