Best New Hotels & Recent Hotel Openings in Africa
Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River
Kafue National Park
Suspended above the slow, hypnotic curves of the Kafue River, Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River unveils a new vision of African luxury where elevated design, raw wilderness, and immersive safari rituals converge in one of Zambia’s most untouched landscapes.
Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River
Kafue National Park
Suspended above the slow, hypnotic curves of the Kafue River, Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River unveils a new vision of African luxury where elevated design, raw wilderness, and immersive safari rituals converge in one of Zambia’s most untouched landscapes.
Erebero Hills
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Opening in 2026 on the northern edge of Uganda’s most legendary rainforest, Erebero Hills redefines the safari lodge experience through a refined balance of contemporary design, conservation purpose, and breathtaking immersion in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
Erebero Hills
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Opening in 2026 on the northern edge of Uganda’s most legendary rainforest, Erebero Hills redefines the safari lodge experience through a refined balance of contemporary design, conservation purpose, and breathtaking immersion in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
Shompole Lodge
Kenya
Reopening in mid-2026 under the stewardship of Great Plains Conservation, Shompole Lodge returns as a quietly radical expression of safari luxury, where raw landscapes, architectural restraint, and conservation purpose converge above one of Africa’s most dramatic geological wonders.
Shompole Lodge
Kenya
Reopening in mid-2026 under the stewardship of Great Plains Conservation, Shompole Lodge returns as a quietly radical expression of safari luxury, where raw landscapes, architectural restraint, and conservation purpose converge above one of Africa’s most dramatic geological wonders.
MaaSalama Boutique Resort
Zanzibar
On the tranquil coastline of Jambiani, where the Indian Ocean unfolds in shifting shades of turquoise and the palm trees sway in slow rhythm with the tide, MaaSalama Boutique Resort redefines barefoot luxury as a deeply human experience — where architecture, sustainability, and education intertwine in a rare model of conscious hospitality.
MaaSalama Boutique Resort
Zanzibar
On the tranquil coastline of Jambiani, where the Indian Ocean unfolds in shifting shades of turquoise and the palm trees sway in slow rhythm with the tide, MaaSalama Boutique Resort redefines barefoot luxury as a deeply human experience — where architecture, sustainability, and education intertwine in a rare model of conscious hospitality.
ENVI Paje Beach Lodge
Zanzibar
A new barefoot hideaway is set to emerge along the luminous shores of Paje Beach, where ENVI Paje Zanzibar Beach Lodge redefines island escape through nature, simplicity, and conscious living, opening in June 2026 on one of Zanzibar’s most iconic coastlines.
ENVI Paje Beach Lodge
Zanzibar
A new barefoot hideaway is set to emerge along the luminous shores of Paje Beach, where ENVI Paje Zanzibar Beach Lodge redefines island escape through nature, simplicity, and conscious living, opening in June 2026 on one of Zanzibar’s most iconic coastlines.
Morea House
Cape Town
A new expression of Cape Town’s sensual coastline emerges in Camps Bay, where Morea House, Autograph Collection opens its doors as a sculptural retreat between Atlantic horizons and the dramatic silhouette of the Twelve Apostles, redefining coastal living through emotion, design, and elemental beauty.
Morea House
Cape Town
A new expression of Cape Town’s sensual coastline emerges in Camps Bay, where Morea House, Autograph Collection opens its doors as a sculptural retreat between Atlantic horizons and the dramatic silhouette of the Twelve Apostles, redefining coastal living through emotion, design, and elemental beauty.
Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River
Kafue National Park
Suspended above the slow, hypnotic curves of the Kafue River, Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River unveils a new vision of African luxury where elevated design, raw wilderness, and immersive safari rituals converge in one of Zambia’s most untouched landscapes.
Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River
Kafue National Park
Suspended above the slow, hypnotic curves of the Kafue River, Anantara Tented Camp Kafue River unveils a new vision of African luxury where elevated design, raw wilderness, and immersive safari rituals converge in one of Zambia’s most untouched landscapes.
Erebero Hills
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Opening in 2026 on the northern edge of Uganda’s most legendary rainforest, Erebero Hills redefines the safari lodge experience through a refined balance of contemporary design, conservation purpose, and breathtaking immersion in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
Erebero Hills
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Opening in 2026 on the northern edge of Uganda’s most legendary rainforest, Erebero Hills redefines the safari lodge experience through a refined balance of contemporary design, conservation purpose, and breathtaking immersion in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
Shompole Lodge
Kenya
Reopening in mid-2026 under the stewardship of Great Plains Conservation, Shompole Lodge returns as a quietly radical expression of safari luxury, where raw landscapes, architectural restraint, and conservation purpose converge above one of Africa’s most dramatic geological wonders.
Shompole Lodge
Kenya
Reopening in mid-2026 under the stewardship of Great Plains Conservation, Shompole Lodge returns as a quietly radical expression of safari luxury, where raw landscapes, architectural restraint, and conservation purpose converge above one of Africa’s most dramatic geological wonders.
MaaSalama Boutique Resort
Zanzibar
On the tranquil coastline of Jambiani, where the Indian Ocean unfolds in shifting shades of turquoise and the palm trees sway in slow rhythm with the tide, MaaSalama Boutique Resort redefines barefoot luxury as a deeply human experience — where architecture, sustainability, and education intertwine in a rare model of conscious hospitality.
MaaSalama Boutique Resort
Zanzibar
On the tranquil coastline of Jambiani, where the Indian Ocean unfolds in shifting shades of turquoise and the palm trees sway in slow rhythm with the tide, MaaSalama Boutique Resort redefines barefoot luxury as a deeply human experience — where architecture, sustainability, and education intertwine in a rare model of conscious hospitality.
ENVI Paje Beach Lodge
Zanzibar
A new barefoot hideaway is set to emerge along the luminous shores of Paje Beach, where ENVI Paje Zanzibar Beach Lodge redefines island escape through nature, simplicity, and conscious living, opening in June 2026 on one of Zanzibar’s most iconic coastlines.
ENVI Paje Beach Lodge
Zanzibar
A new barefoot hideaway is set to emerge along the luminous shores of Paje Beach, where ENVI Paje Zanzibar Beach Lodge redefines island escape through nature, simplicity, and conscious living, opening in June 2026 on one of Zanzibar’s most iconic coastlines.
Morea House
Cape Town
A new expression of Cape Town’s sensual coastline emerges in Camps Bay, where Morea House, Autograph Collection opens its doors as a sculptural retreat between Atlantic horizons and the dramatic silhouette of the Twelve Apostles, redefining coastal living through emotion, design, and elemental beauty.
Morea House
Cape Town
A new expression of Cape Town’s sensual coastline emerges in Camps Bay, where Morea House, Autograph Collection opens its doors as a sculptural retreat between Atlantic horizons and the dramatic silhouette of the Twelve Apostles, redefining coastal living through emotion, design, and elemental beauty.
The Best New Hotels and Luxury Hotel Openings in Africa
Africa is experiencing a wave of new hotel openings that redefine modern hospitality, combining thoughtful design, immersive experiences, and a deep connection to place. Curated by The New Stays, this collection highlights the best new hotels across Africa—from intimate luxury safari lodges and wildlife camps to sleek urban properties and secluded resorts along beaches, lakes, and deserts.
These newly opened hotels emphasize atmosphere, authenticity, and a careful balance between comfort and connection to the environment. Many integrate sustainable practices, showcase local craftsmanship, and reflect the diverse cultures and landscapes of their regions. From the vast savannahs of East Africa to the dramatic deserts of Namibia, the vibrant coasts of Morocco, and the thriving cities of South Africa, these hotels offer unique insights into the continent’s beauty and spirit.
Guests can expect carefully curated experiences—whether guided wildlife encounters, wellness retreats, or cultural immersions—set within architecture and interiors that echo their surroundings. Africa’s new hotels prioritize thoughtful, intimate luxury over scale, offering moments of calm, discovery, and inspiration.
This collection celebrates the newest addresses shaping the future of African travel. Each hotel is a reflection of place, culture, and contemporary design, offering discerning travellers meaningful, immersive stays and a fresh perspective on modern African hospitality.