Our Readers' Favorite Hotels in Africa of 2025

"Set on leafy grounds in the Kenyan capital, this boutique property is famed for a resident herd of Rothschild’s giraffes that routinely visit guests at breakfast—pok[ing] their heads through windows to accept dried grass pellets—creating a hands-on, unforgettable wildlife encounter that readers called “delightful” and “one of the best stays” of their lives." - Heather Richardson Heather Richardson Heather Richardson is a journalist based in Cape Town, South Africa. She writes about travel, conservation, and environmental science for publications such as National Geographic, Nature, BBC Future, and The Guardian. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines