Mbano Manor Hotel
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Just two miles from Victoria Falls, this all-suite boutique hotel has just 18 rooms designed to offer the comfort and privacy you’ll want after a long day at the waterfall.
Primate Lodge Kibali
Kibale National Park, Uganda
Right in the heart of Kibale Rainforest National Park, this eco-lodge is a great jumping off point for travelers wanting to track chimpanzees (or the 12 other primates that call this rainforest home).
The Social House
Nairobi, Kenya
Located near Nairobi, The Social House is the perfect spot for remote workers. Enjoy three on-site restaurants offering a variety of Peruvian and Mexican dishes.
Uganda Lodges
Locations throughout Uganda
A collection of luxe African-style safari lodging, Uganda Lodges has a wide variety of rooms including cottages, eco-friendly villas, and a treehouse.
Southern Africa
African Bush Camps
Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia
Founded by Beks Ndlovu, a professional safari guide, these luxe tented camps and lodges offer wildlife and safari experiences in some of Africa’s untouched areas.
AM Lodge
Limpopo, South Africa
With a maximum of 22 guests at any given time, AM Lodge offers a perfect blend of seclusion and charm. This luxury safari lodge is surrounded by private Big Five game reserves that form part of the Greater Kruger National Park.
Curiocity
Durban, Johannesburg, Cape Town; South Africa
A network of three hostels throughout South Africa, Curiocity outposts are designed with local style and plenty of soul.
Kruger Shalati
Skukuza, South Africa
One of the decade’s most innovative openings, the Kruger Shalati in Kruger National Park has transformed a historic train sitting on the Selati Bridge into a modern hotel.
iKhaya Lodge
Cape Town, South Africa
A safari-style boutique in the center of Cape Town, iKhaya features traditional African decor and furniture.
Soweto Hotel
Johannesburg, South Africa
One of the most popular hotel and conference centers in Johannesburg, this hotel has 46 rooms and a traditional buffet that serves South African staples like morogo and roasted butternut.
Asia
Hotel Sages
Bali, Indonesia
The only Black-owned boutique hotel in Bali is a creative sanctuary for travelers that was born out of the global pandemic. It offers wellness retreats designed for relaxation, recharging, and reconnection.
Europe
Hostelle
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Having made waves as the first female-only hostel in Amsterdam, Hostelle has 24/7 security, spacious dorm rooms, and a fully equipped kitchen.
South America
Blue Apple Beach and Townhouse
Cartagena, Colombia
A trendy boutique hotel and beach club just off the coast of Cartagena, Blue Apple draws both day visitors and those looking to escape the city for a few nights.
Casa Noir
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena’s first Black-owned hotel sits right in vibrant Getsemani, steps away from popular attractions. Hop on one of their excursions to various historic and cultural sites in Cartagena.
Islabela
Near Cartagena, Colombia
Some 20 miles away from the city of Cartagena, in the pristine Islas de Rosario, this eco-hostel is committed to preserving the white sandy beaches, coral reefs, and crystal clear waters that surround it.
This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date. Additional reporting by Megan Spurrell.
