African Luxury: Pricey Havens - 2025's Costliest Hotels Unveiled
Discover the luxurious gems that Africa has to offer, as we delve into the top 10 most expensive hotels on the continent for 2025. These establishments, renowned for their opulence and exclusivity, provide unparalleled experiences that blend with the unique charm of their locations.
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest - Rwanda
Located amidst the misty foothills of Volcanoes National Park, One & Only Gorilla’s Nest offers an ultra-private villa experience. The soaring eucalyptus trees, private plunge pools, and personal guides for gorilla treks make this hotel a haven of unmatched serenity. A night at the private villa will set you back approximately $25,000.
The Silo Hotel - Cape Town, South Africa
Perched above Zeitz MOCAA museum, The Silo Hotel boasts a bold, artful design, with panoramic views of Table Mountain. The Penthouse Suite, approximately $10,800 per night, offers a vast rooftop terrace, private butler service, and a singular aesthetic experience.
Al Moudira Hotel - Luxor, Egypt
Set in Luxor, Egypt, Al Moudira Hotel offers a 5-star traditional design with domes and frescoes. The luxury level hotel features villas with private pools and courtyards, exceptional wellness facilities, and multiple fine dining options that blend Mediterranean, Asian, South American, and Egyptian cuisines.
La Mamounia - Marrakech, Morocco
La Mamounia, a celebrated hotel with a century of luxury hospitality, is among North Africa’s most prestigious and costly hotels. Its exact rates are variable, but the hotel has been voted #1 hotel in North Africa and 11th best globally by Condé Nast Traveler in 2024.
Victoria Falls Hotel - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Overlooking Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls Hotel offers a historic Edwardian-style experience. Prices start from around $330 per person per night (sharing), with upper suites being more expensive. The hotel features a luxury spa, beauty salon, gym, pool, classic High Tea, and local cultural performances.
Zarafa Camp - Okavango Delta, Botswana
Zarafa Camp offers a high-end luxury safari camp experience in the Okavango Delta. The exact pricing is exclusive and varies, but the camp provides a combination of land and water safari adventures with exclusive tented accommodations.
North Island Okavango - Botswana
North Island Okavango is another luxury safari camp in the Okavango Delta. The camp offers a high-end safari experience in a pristine wildlife area, combining luxury with nature immersion. The exact pricing is exclusive and varies.
Lemala Serengeti - Tanzania
Lemala Serengeti offers a luxury tented camp experience in the Serengeti. The camp provides close proximity to game reserves and top wildlife experiences. The exact pricing is exclusive and varies.
Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech - Marrakech, Morocco
Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech is a huge oasis of luxury, spread over 231 hectares of palm groves and olive trees. The hotel features 134 rooms, suites, and villas with terraces and views of the lush gardens or snow-capped mountains.
Taj Cape Town - Cape Town, South Africa
Taj Cape Town, located in the City Bowl area, is housed in two historic buildings. The hotel offers 176 luxurious rooms and suites with big windows, soft bedding, and marble bathrooms. The J Wellness Circle Spa at Taj Cape Town offers treatments based on Indian healing traditions.
Other notable mentions include L'Hôtel Marrakech, The Cellars-Hohenort, Amanjena, Tintswalo Atlantic, The Marine, The Heirloom Restaurant and Bascule Bar, Kasbah Tamadot, and The Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa. These hotels offer high-end Moroccan and European food, spa services, and unique architectural designs that blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
Relish a delightful blend of luxurious living and stunning landscapes at these home-and-garden and travel destinations. Whether it's the tranquil villas of One & Only Gorilla’s Nest in Rwanda, the artful design of The Silo Hotel in Cape Town, or the traditional elegance of Al Moudira Hotel in Luxor, each hotel promises an unparalleled lifestyle experience that resonates with its location's unique charm.
