The 27 Best Hotels in Africa To Book With Points [Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, IHG]

Africa is a massive continent, home to 54 countries and numerous hotels. That said, there aren’t as many points hotels as you might think.

Some brands have a larger presence than others, and certain countries have more options if you want to use your points to pay for your stay. And even when there are hotels you can book with points, they may not be properties you want to book or in destinations where tourists want to visit.

After sifting through hundreds of hotels among several brands, we’ve determined that these are some of the best hotels in Africa to stay at if you want to redeem or earn points.

How To Get to Africa

Getting to Africa depends largely on the country you’re visiting. Certain destinations are much easier to reach from the U.S. than others. For example, United Airlines offers a nonstop flight from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT), while Delta offers a flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Johannesburg (JNB), making South Africa one of the easier countries to reach from the U.S. Popular destinations like Morocco and Egypt are also relatively simple to reach from the U.S. Meanwhile, you can get to other, less-visited spots in Africa by having a layover in European destinations such as Amsterdam (AMS), London (usually LHR), or Lisbon (LIS), or Middle Eastern hubs like Doha (DOH) or Dubai (DXB).

What To Know When Visiting Africa

What you should know about visiting Africa varies wildly based on country. That said, it’s a good idea to research the following for whatever country you’re visiting when planning your trip:

• Passports and visas: Do you need a visa? Should your passport should have a specific length of validity?
• Vaccines: Do you need proof of any vaccines, such as yellow fever, to enter a country? Should you take malaria precautions?
• Currency: What currency does this country use, and what’s the exchange rate? Are credit cards widely accepted? You may want to have cash for tips or if you’re in a rural area.
• Safety: Is where you’re going safe? Do you need to dress a certain way or cover your head or shoulders?
• Seasons: Many countries in Africa have 2 seasons: wet and dry. Make sure the type of travel you want to do aligns with the weather.

Hot Tip:

Remember, even if a hotel doesn’t participate in a traditional loyalty points program, you can always book hotels on the Chase Travel portal or the AmexTravel.com using Chase Ultimate Rewards points earned from a card like the Chase Sapphire Reserve^® or Amex Membership Rewards points earned from a card like The Platinum Card^® from American Express.

Best Hotel in Cape Verde To Book With Points

This country, made up of several islands, sits off the coast of Senegal.

Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort (Hilton)

On the white sands of Santa Maria Beach on the island of Sal, the Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort is home to a beach club, water sports center, 2 swimming pools, a kids club, and a spa. All guest rooms have balconies, but a sea view room is worth it to catch the windy waves crashing against the shore. Room rates start at $200 or 60,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotels in Egypt To Book With Points

Egypt is a country that has many hotels where you can use your points, but these are 2 top options if you plan to see the biggest attractions in Cairo and Luxor.

The St. Regis Cairo (Marriott)

The St. Regis Cairo is a 36-story Marriott property that overlooks the Nile River in Cairo’s Garden City neighborhood. The floor-to-ceiling windows within the guest rooms overlook the river and beyond, and the hotel also has full-service apartments for longer stays. Dip into both indoor and outdoor pools or visit the St. Regis Bar, which features a stunning Egyptian-inspired wall mural. Rates start at $232 or 34,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa (Hilton)

The Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa‘s morning sunrises have a mystical quality to them, so make sure to wake up early and wander the hotel grounds to admire the tranquility of the Nile under pink-hued skies. Relax in the hotel’s palm-tree-lined riverfront pool or spend the day strolling along the river until you reach the famous Karnak temples, about a 25-minute walk from the hotel. Rates start at $162 or 30,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotel in Ethiopia To Book With Points

While there aren’t many points hotels in Ethiopia, one stands out specifically:

Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa (Marriott)

Perhaps the only Sheraton to be part of Marriott’s The Luxury Collection, the Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa, sits on a hilltop overlooking the country’s capital city, Addis Ababa, and nearby Unity Park. The hotel feels both regal and tropical, with a palatial grand entrance and striking fountain, tropical gardens, and a pool flanked by palm trees. Rates start at $234 or 49,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Best Hotel in Kenya To Book With Points

There aren’t many safari camps you can stay at using points, but Kenya has one already open, and another, the Ritz-Carlton Masai Mara Safari Camp, is scheduled to open at the end of 2025.

JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge (Marriott)

The JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge offers a one-of-a-kind lodging experience in the African bush, with 21 tented suites with all the amenities you could ever want: plush king-sized beds, outdoor Jacuzzis that overlook the wilderness, and massive windows for outdoor viewing. Stays also include meals, game drives, and drinks. Rates start at $1,887 or 196,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Hemingways Nairobi, an SLH Hotel (Hilton)

Colonial boutique hotel Hemingways Nairobi, an SLH Hotel, oozes British charm, with large suites that come with butler service. Munch on a scone overlooking the gardens from your private terrace or take the 20-minute drive to visit Nairobi National Park. Rates start at $350 or 100,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotels in Mauritius To Book With Points

The island of Mauritius has a spattering of points properties, and many of them are serene and luxurious.

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius (Marriott)

The beachfront The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius, is perfect for travelers looking for coastal serenity, thanks to its sea-facing rooms and suites. It’s also next to a protected marine beach that’s ideal for snorkeling and diving. With 3 pools (a main pool, kids pool, and adults-only pool), there’s plenty of space for everyone. Room rates start at $291 or 55,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

InterContinental Resort Mauritius (IHG)

Slightly south of the Westin Turtle Bay, the InterContinental Resort Mauritius sits on the crystalline, white sands bordering the Indian Ocean. The pool feels like it’s directly on the sands, and the hotel is ideal for families, with a pool and activities for kids, plus babysitting services. Kids also eat free at the hotel’s 5 restaurants. Rates start at $315 or 50,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.

Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort, an SLH Hotel (Hilton)

One of our top picks for the best SLH Hilton properties, the Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort, an SLH Hotel, takes inspiration from 19th-century colonial charm, set on expansive grounds part of the Bel Ombre Nature Reserve and coastline. Indulge at the spa, dine at one of the hotel’s 12 different restaurants, play a game of golf, or explore the wild, tropical landscape. Rates start at $300 or 95,000 Hilton Honors points per night

Best Hotels in Morocco To Book With Points

Morocco is full of points hotels, so travelers have many options when deciding where to stay. Here are some of the best hotels in Morocco, including Marriott, Hyatt, IHG, and Hilton (Hilton, in particular, offers many locations, including boutique SLH properties).

Hot Tip:

Getting to Morocco will become even easier this year. Starting October 25, 2025, Delta launches thrice-weekly flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Marrakech (RAK) on its 4-cabin Boeing 767-400ER aircraft, which offers Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin service.

The St. Regis La Bahia Blanca Resort, Tamuda Bay (Marriott)

The St. Regis La Bahia Blanca Resort, Tamuda Bay, combines Moroccan and Andalusian design elements, celebrating its coastal Moroccan location about a 30-minute drive from Ceuta, an autonomous Spanish city in Africa. The hotel‘s white arches and large windows create a luminosity that floods the indoor spaces, and guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor pools, beach days, and sea views directly from the rooms and suites. Rates start at $400 or 73,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Iberostar Waves Founty Beach (IHG)

The Iberostar Waves Founty Beach sits atop golden sands just south of Agadir in Morocco. Like many Iberostar properties, the hotel features all-inclusive plans, the Star Camp for kids, 3 pools, and a commitment to sustainability, with refillable water stations around the property, smart waste management systems, and plant-based food options. Guest rooms are simple, molding Middle Eastern charm with seaside elements. Rates start around $250 or 60,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.

Park Hyatt Marrakech (Hyatt)

Soak in memorable views of the Atlas Mountains at the Park Hyatt Marrakech, a 20-minute drive from the city’s labyrinthine souks and the Jemaa el-Fna Square. Guest rooms have massive bay windows and feature Arabic textiles and furnishings, and there’s a palm-tree-lined pool, a cozy Living Room bar with books and a fireplace, and a kids club. Room rates start at $500 or 25,000 World of Hyatt points per night for this Category 7 property.

Conrad Rabat Arzana (Hilton)

Set along a scenic coastal stretch south of Rabat and north of Casablanca, the Conrad Rabat Arzana‘s grounds are floral and lovely, overlooking the white sands and crashing waves. Guest rooms feature palm-tree-inspired murals (as if the palm trees dotting the resorts weren’t enough), large windows, and contemporary, muted furniture and lighting. Many have balconies that feel as if you’re directly over the sea. Rates start at $271 or 70,000 Hilton Honors points.

Best Hotel in Rwanda To Book With Points

It’s harder to stay on points if you’re gorilla trekking in Rwanda, but there is one property worth checking if you need to stay overnight in Kigali, the nation’s capital city.

Kigali Marriott Hotel (Marriott)

At first glance, the Kigali Marriott Hotel may appear to look like any urban hotel, but the views from the floor-to-ceiling windows in the guest rooms overlook the wide expanse and bold greenery. Dine at the Iriba Bar & Terrace, set amid the beautiful, blooming grounds, or dive into the large, lagoon-style outdoor pool, complete with a chic alfresco bar that overlooks the space. Rates start at $196 or 18,500 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Best Hotel in São Tomé and Príncipe To Book With Points

This small island nation is paradise — one you can enjoy using points at one incredible hotel.

Sundy Praia, an SLH Hotel (Hilton)

Sundy Praia, an SLH Hotel, is paradise, with 15 eco-friendly tented villas on the island of Príncipe, the smaller of the islands part of the 2-island nation São Tomé and Príncipe. Off the coast of Equatorial Guinea, the hotel sits on a section of a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Tents come with amenities like private pools, wraparound terraces, 4-poster king beds, and coffee bars. Rates start at $605 or 105,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotels in Seychelles To Book With Points

Seychelles makes for a luxurious island getaway. Although it’s the smallest African country, it is made up of more than 100 islands and is home to incredible points properties.

Six Senses Zil Pasyon (IHG)

The all-villa Six Senses Zil Pasyon is on its own private island and within a national park. Each villa has its own private pool and comes with sea views. But what makes this hotel special is how it seamlessly blends in with its natural surroundings, as villas, pools, and more are all built into the enormous natural rocks and boulders the island is famous for. The hotel also grows much of its produce via on-site gardens, harvests rainwater, and works on turtle conservation. Rates start at $2,500 or 326,000 IHG One Rewards points per night.

North Island, a Luxury Collection Resort, Seychelles (Marriott)

North Island, a Luxury Collection Resort, Seychelles, is a hidden gem. It’s only accessible by helicopter and features just 11 oceanfront villas, each of which has its own private pool. The hotel also has a massive oceanfront infinity pool. But the best part about this resort is its privacy, ideal for honeymooners. You’ll feel like you’re nearly alone in this tropical paradise. However, privacy comes at a price: Rates start at $7,000 or 443,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, and this includes breakfast and daily yoga classes, as well as other activities.

Hot Tip:

North Island will leave the Marriott program on July 1, 2025. Book beforehand to earn and burn points or consider another points property on the island.

Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Hilton)

Part of Hilton’s LXR collection, the Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts is on the busier Mahé island, which means you don’t have to worry about pricey island transfers. With 41 sea-facing villas, the resort also has 5 restaurants, 3 pools, a spa, and a small sandy beach. Villas come with amenities like ocean views and outdoor space, and some have private pools. Rates start at $600 or 110,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotels in South Africa To Book With Points

South Africa is one of the most popular countries to visit, especially if you’re planning a safari. While actually using points for a safari is more complicated in this country, you can stay on points at a few key spots when exploring Cape Town.

The Westin Cape Town (Marriott)

The Westin Cape Town overlooks the water and city and is near the V&A Waterfront. Some guest rooms have better views than others, but the 19th-floor lounge offers incredible views, as does the sauna. Yes, you heard me: The hotel’s sauna overlooks the waterfront, a pleasant distraction from the heat. This hotel also has an indoor and outdoor pool and dining, as well as a Westin Heavenly Spa.

The Cellars-Hohenort, an SLH Hotel (Hilton)

The quaint The Cellars-Hohenort, an SLH Hotel is near Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on 9 acres of lush gardens and vineyards. Rooms are classic and comfortable, and it’s worth going up a room category to get one with a verandah. The hotel also features a small but charming swimming pool. Room rates start at $300 or 50,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotels in Tanzania To Book With Points

One of the top countries for an African safari, Tanzania has a few exceptional points hotels on the island of Zanzibar and beyond.

Park Hyatt Zanzibar (Hyatt)

This 67-room Park Hyatt Zanzibar is in Stone Town, a UNESCO-listed heritage site with winding town streets on one side and the sandy shores of the Indian Ocean on the other. Guest rooms feature gorgeous canopy beds and sea-view balconies. The hotel has a few restaurants, a picturesque garden with fountains, and a large pool that sits practically on the sand and overlooks the sea. Rates start at $400 or 21,000 World of Hyatt points per night for this Category 6 property.

Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection (Marriott)

The Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection’s 51 rooms are tucked away on Zanzibar’s Michamvi Peninsula. The hotel is outfitted in African art and design, and guest room categories are named after Swahili words like “nzuri” (“good” or “beautiful”) and “karibu” (“welcome”). The hotel also features 10 overwater villas that sit directly over the sea, a breezy open-air lobby, and a large, sea-facing infinity pool. Rates start at $180 or 20,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per stay.

Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Lodge (Marriott)

Within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Lodge, features a collection of African-inspired suites and villas with amenities like fireplaces, outdoor space, and Jacuzzis. There’s also a small, bean-shaped lagoon pool and a game room. The hotel sources much of its produce from on-site gardens. Rates start at $250 or 41,000 Marriott Bonvoy points.

Best Hotels in Tunisia To Book With Points

From the island of Djerba to its capital of Tunis, stay at these 2 points properties in Tunisia.

Iberostar Selection​ Eolia Djerba (IHG)

Set along the white sands of the Tunisian island Djerba, the Iberostar Selection​ Eolia Djerba is a newly renovated, all-inclusive beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Guest rooms are simple and bright, decorated with muted colors and African wood carvings. Relax at the hotel spa or enjoy playing beach volleyball or dipping into the sea. Rates start at $250 or 83,000 IHG One Rewards points.

Maison Dedine, an SLH Hotel (Hilton)

Just a 30-minute drive from Tunis-Carthage Airport (TUN) and the city center of Tunis, Maison Dedine, an SLH Hotel, is tucked away in Sidi Bou Said, a charming port village that feels more like Santorini than Africa. It feels right that the hotel overlooks the Mediterranean Sea, complete with an infinity pool that dangles over the coast, a rooftop bar and restaurant, and guest rooms that include sea views and sea-facing terraces. The property is currently closed for renovations. Upon reopening, rates typically start at $300 or 60,000 Hilton Honors points per night.

Best Hotel in Zambia To Book With Points

Enjoy the greenery of Lusaka on points at this hotel.

Ciêla, Lusaka, a Tribute Portfolio Resort and Spa (Marriott)

Perched upon a nearly 250-acre estate on the outskirts of Lusaka that includes a golf course, Ciêla, Lusaka, a Tribute Portfolio Resort and Spa, has chic rooms that include African design touches, such as a baobab tree wall mural and woven lampshades. Floor-to-ceiling windows mean light floods the indoor spaces, and outside, you can golf or dip into the pool. Rates start around $200, but using points is an excellent value at 12,500 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Best Hotels in Zimbabwe To Book With Points

Enjoy the city of Harare at this Hyatt property.

Hyatt Regency Harare The Meikles (Hyatt)

Hyatt Regency Harare The Meikles is ideal for travelers who want to explore this city before a safari. It is not far from the National Gallery of Zimbabwe. Although guest rooms are basic, the shared spaces in the hotel are renovated and feature African art and decor, like woven baskets and patterned wall designs. Outdoor spaces feature a pool and gardens. Rates start at $270 or 6,500 World of Hyatt points per night.

Final Thoughts

Africa is a large continent, but you still have options if you want to use your points for a hotel in many countries. Whether it’s a Hyatt in Zanzibar or a Six Senses in Seychelles, this roundup should give you inviting hotel options to earn and burn points on your next African adventure.