At a Glance
- Kempinski returns to Africa with its first purpose-built luxury hotel in the Republic of Congo.
- The riverfront property targets diplomats, business travelers and international conferences.
- The opening reflects growing confidence in Brazzaville as a regional business and tourism hub.
Brazzaville has added a prominent new address with the opening of Kempinski Hotel Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo’s first purpose-built luxury hotel.
The debut brings the Swiss luxury brand back to Africa after nearly a decade and reflects a steady rise in demand for high-end accommodation in Central Africa’s political and commercial centers.
The launch comes at a time when African capitals are competing more aggressively for business travelers, diplomats and international conferences.
These groups, once served largely by aging hotels or short-term rentals, are now driving fresh investment in premium hospitality across the continent.
For Brazzaville, the arrival of Kempinski is a statement of confidence.
The city hosts embassies, regional offices of multinational firms and international organizations, creating year-round demand for reliable, high-quality lodging that meets global expectations.
The hotel was developed by Saudi Arabia’s Al Othman Holding and officially unveiled at a ceremony attended by President Denis Sassou N’Guesso, senior government officials, diplomats and executives from Kempinski and Al Othman Real Estate Group.
Traditional Congolese performances shared the program with formal hospitality rituals, underscoring the blend of local culture and international standards.
A riverfront setting with local character
Located on Avenue Amílcar Cabral and overlooking the Congo River, the property is designed to serve government officials, corporate travelers and leisure guests.
Its architecture and interiors draw inspiration from local forests, river patterns and Congolese craftsmanship, paired with the restrained styling associated with the Kempinski name.
The hotel has 197 rooms and suites, ranging from Superior Rooms to Junior Suites and a Royal Suite intended for senior diplomats and executives.
Each offers views of the city or river, with interiors that combine African accents and contemporary European finishes.
Dining, leisure and meetings
Food and beverage options include La Capitale, an all-day dining bistro, and Café de Paris, which serves pastries, light meals and international dishes alongside local specialties.
Guests also have access to Kempinski The Spa, an outdoor pool, fitness center, tennis courts and a kids’ club.
For conferences and events, the hotel offers more than 870 square meters of meeting space.
A ballroom that can host up to 600 guests is supported by four meeting rooms named after African hardwoods.
As demand for upscale accommodation grows, Kempinski Hotel Brazzaville is expected to support tourism, create jobs and strengthen the city’s role as a hub for business travel, diplomacy and premium leisure in Central Africa.
