Kigali Marriott Hotel
ISSUE 002 | January - April | 2018
Cucina Restaurant Italian delicacies at the heart of Kigali
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LUNCH Tuesday - Sunday 12pm - 3pm
From delicious homemade pastas to mouthwatering pizzas, enjoy your favorite Italian dishes for lunch at Cucina Restaurant. Kigali Marriott Hotel For reservations Tel: +250 222 111 111 Located on the ground floor
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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Welcome to Kigali Marriott Hotel Dear Guest, Welcome to the Kigali Marriott Hotel, your home away from home in Rwanda.
This new year holds so much more for our guests
It is a brand new year and we’re delighted to invite you to enjoy all of what our hotel has to offer. Take the opportunity to visit our Saray Spa to rejuvenate with a soothing massage or re-energize with a session at our fitness center. If you are looking for a culinary adventure, then we highly recommend that you visit Soko Restaurant’s Theme Nights, featuring authentic Indian, Asian, and African delicacies. And with menu refreshes happening at Cucina Italian Restaurant and our beautiful Iriba Bar and Terrace, there are so many opportunities to discover a new favorite dish. This is only a selection of the happenings at the Kigali Marriott. You can find even more exciting events and entertainment throughout our Brilliant magazine. On behalf of all our brilliant hosts, we wish you an unforgettable stay at the Kigali Marriott Hotel.
Rex A.G Nijhof
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RENEW FOR THE JOURNEY AHEAD
Bo o k yo u r tre atm e n t tod ay, Call + 2 50 222 111 111 L o c at ed on B 2 f loor
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Surf & Turf Heroes Day, steak and lobster: Enjoy a succulent steak and lobster with melted butter
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What’s up @ Iriba Bar & Terrace VA L E N T I N E ’ S S PA S P E C I A L S
Valentine’s
Combining love, treatment, and relaxation
Sweetheart Package
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African Nights Best flavors and favorite dishes from across Africa
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Theme Nights
INDIAN NIGHT
SOKO RESTAURANT
ASIAN NIGHT
The Chef is calling Indulge in a selection of exquisite Indian, Asian, and African dishes crafted by our expert chefs at Soko Restaurant. Get your fill every Wednesday to Friday. AFRICAN NIGHT INDIAN THEMED NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY 7PM - 11PM Spice up your week every Wednesday with authentic Indian delicacies that have been specially chosen by our very own Indian chef.
ASIAN THEMED NIGHT EVERY THURSDAY 7PM - 11PM Take your taste buds on a culinary journey every Thursday with exquisite sushi platters, delicious dumplings, and other popular dishes hailing from all corners of Asia.
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AFRICAN THEMED NIGHT EVERY FRIDAY 7PM - 11PM Every Friday night, come enjoy a market-like culinary experience featuring the best flavors and favorite dishes from across Africa.
Happy Hour / Ladies Night / Jazz Nights IRIBA BAR AND TERRACE
two for one Happy Hour every weekday from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Iriba Bar & Terrace
Ladies Night & live band every Thursday with Phy
Join TITO AL URIBE ever y WEDNESDAY for a night of jazz as you chill out with friends and family FREE ENTRY, 8pm - 11pm Iriba Bar and Terrace
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EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY 11:30AM - 4:00PM - SOKO RESTAURANT
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Brunch Options Non-alcoholic brunch
25,000 Rwf Bottomless brunch
35,000 Rwf Champagne brunch*
45,000 Rwf
E njoy Free swimming pool access Free sporting activities & bouncing castle for kids Live music on Sundays
Call for reser vations +250 222 111 111
*Terms & conditions apply
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Heroes Day
Lunch Enjoy Heroes Day with the whole family at Soko Restaurant! To celebrate this holiday, our buffet will be transformed into a specially themed African buffet. Featuring all of your favorite East African dishes, from brochettes to mizuzu, it’s the perfect opportunity to treat your friends and family. Soko Restaurant Thursday, February 1st 2018 11:30am - 4pm
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Heroes Day Lunch Starting from 25,000 Rwf per person
Surf & Turf Heroes Day, steak and lobster: Enjoy a succulent steak and lobster with melted butter Take your hero out on Heroes Day with an marvelous meal at Cucina. For one day only, you can taste the juiciest steak and best lobster this side of Kigali with Cucina’s Surf & Turf special. Book your reservation today to make it a Heroes Day to remember.
Surf and Turf Special 30,000 Rwf per person
Cucina Restaurant Thursday, February 1st 2018 6pm - 10:30pm 11
Cucina Offers Grab your favorite pizzas Tuesday to Sunday, 6pm - 7:30pm at Cucina Restaurant
Two pizzas and two glasses of house wine 24,000 Rwf
Two pizzas and two small draught beers 20,000 Rwf
Get three pizzas for the price of two (take away only)
*This offer is not available on special holidays. It cannot be combined with any other Kigali Marriott promotion.
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What’s up @ Iriba Bar & Terrace Beer & Wings 4 Regional Bottled Beers with Platter of Chicken Wings Monday to Friday 8pm to 11pm Iriba Bar & Terrace for 11,000 RWF
Tapas & Sangria A Pitcher of Sangria with Platter of Tapas Every Wednesday 8pm to 11pm Iriba Bar & Terrace for 25,000 RWF
Grab & Go Breakfast Pack Choice of Croissants, Muffin or Danish with Choice of Coffee or Tea Daily 8am to Noon Iriba Bar & Terrace for 5,000 RWF
Mix & Match 30% off selected bottles of spirits Daily at Iriba Bar & Terrace 13
VA L E N T I N E ’ S & M O T H E R ’ S D AY S PA S P E C I A L S Combining love, treatment, and relaxation
Saray Spa is an oasis that awakens and inspires. From the moment you enter its doors, you’ll appreciate the comforts of this world class spa – a welcoming, attentive staff, private treatment rooms, steam rooms, saunas, fitness center and pool.
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Val e n t i ne’ s D a y Treat Feb 12th – 15th 2018
Love Ritual (90 Mins)
Heart to Heart (90 Mins)
Coffee scrub (30mins) Swedish massage (30mins) Face and Scalp massage (30mins)
Aromatherapy (60mins) Day rejuvenation facial (30mins) P r i c e: 9 0 , 0 0 0 R W F
P ri c e: 82, 0 0 0 R W F
*Includes 1 bottle of wine & bouquet of roses
*Includes 1 bottle of wine & bouquet of roses
M o t h e r’ s D a y Treat March 11th – 14th 2018
Mama’s Love (90 Mins) Swedish Massage (60mins) Lemon & Mint Scrub (30mins) P r i c e: 7 8 , 3 0 0 R W F
Terms & Conditions *Advance booking 24hrs *50% Deposit required *Couple’s treatments subject to availability *Cancellation fee applies *All include access to pool, steam & sauna
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Valentine’s Sweetheart Package
From February 11 th – 17 th, experience the ultimate Valentine’s Day with our exclusive package: • Four course dinner at Cucina Restaurant and a bottle of champagne for two on arrival • 60 min Swedish massage for two • One way executive pick-up from airport or home (Kigali and immediate environs) • Breakfast for two Full package price: $500 *Advance booking recommended Call: +250 222 111 111
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Valentine’s
Themed Dinner
Feel love at the first bite. Enjoy a beautiful Valentine’s Day themed dinner with a complimentary rose for the ladies. Soko Restaurant February 14 th, 6pm - 11pm 25,000 RWF 17
Lover’s DINNER
at Cucina Restaurant
Savor an exquisite four course Italian dinner for two. Only on February 14 th Price: $100
$200 (with champagne)
Valentine’s Night
Single & Proud Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to leave you without plans. Tag your friends and join us for: • Live Entertainment • Happy hour drinks • Specially made cocktails 18
YO U R WEEKEND S TAY C AT I O N
Weekend Staycation: $150 per night inclusive of bed,breakfast and taxes (for 2 adults) on Friday & Saturday night only. Valid for residents and citizens of East Africa Community Weekend Staycation + Brunch: From $190 - $245 per night inclusive of bed,breakfast and taxes on Friday & Saturday night stay. Access to Brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Valid for for everyone. Terms Conditions • Advance reservation required. • Subject to availability.
KIGALI MARRIOTT HOTEL K N 3 A V E N U E , N YA R U G E N G E D I S T R I C T KIGALI - RWANDA TEL: +250 222 111 111, kigalimarriott.com
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Exceptional experiences made here
Enjoy exciting benefits and bonus points for your meetings and events. Kigali Marriott Hotel is your ideal hotel partner, committed to providing you with the best spaces at competitive rates, with tools and teams ready to help you personalise any experience. Book a group meeting or event with us by 31 March 2018 and choose your rewards*.
GROUP OFFER 1. Choose two of the following: • 5% discount on master-bill. • Double Marriott Rewards® points. • One complimentary standard room for one night for every eligible 15 paid room nights. • One complimentary room-type upgrade for one night for every eligible 15 paid room nights. • Complimentary Internet access in the meeting room. 2. Earn a signing bonus of 3,000 Marriott Rewards® for every 10 room nights booked. (certain limitations apply)
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CATERING OFFER 1. Choose one of the following: • 5% savings on function spend, such as room rental or food and beverage. • One complimentary menu upgrade. • Complimentary Internet access in the meeting room. • One event enhancement chosen by the hotel. 2. Earn 300 bonus Marriott Rewards® for every $1,000 of function spend. (certain limitations apply) Contact our Events Booking Center on EMAIL: mhrs.kglmc.ebc.sales@marriotthotels.com https://meetingsimagined.com/property/kigalimarriott-hotel
F O R A N U N F O R G E T T A B L E H A P P I LY E V E R A F T E R , C E L E B R AT E Y O U R W E D D I N G AT K I G A L I M A R R I O T T H O T E L
TO B O O K YO U R D R E A M W E D D I N G PLEASE CALL TEL: +250 222 111 111 MOB:+250 725 880 339
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African Nights Best flavors and favorite dishes from across Africa Goat brochettes, succulent BBQ grill, chicken maafe... If you love the taste of African food, come to Soko Restaurant every Friday night to enjoy an authentic culinary experience. Featuring an array of specially prepared dishes and live cooking stations in a locally themed setting, it’s an event you don’t want to miss. Buffet and beer bucket (5 regional bottled beers) 35,000 RWF per person. 25,000 RWF (non-alcoholic) with flexible options for children.
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Live Entertainment Every Friday Soko Restaurant 6pm - 11pm
EASTER SATURDAY BRUNCH
Easter is a great time to gather together with friends and family and enjoy the very best of food and drink. • Bouncing castle access for kids
Soko Restaurant March 31st, 2018 11:30am to 4:00pm
EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH
Make Easter Sunday brunch something special by mixing and matching your favorite recipes. • Bouncing castle access for kids • Easter egg hunt starts at 3pm
Soko Restaurant April 1st, 2018 11:30am to 4:00pm
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Brief in highlights
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Rejuvenate with a facial or refresh with a massage at the exclusive Saray Spa located on B2 floor.
Here’s what’s happening around Kigali Marriott Hotel
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Introducing the Red Coat Direct mobile app for your events and meetings. Ask our events team today!
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Mojito Madness takes place every Monday 7:30pm 11pm at Iriba Bar & Terrace. Get 20% off from a selection of flavors: passion fruit, mango, pineapple and classic.
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Iriba Bar & Terrace offers free WiFi and quick snacks as you work.
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This Easter, treat your kids to a thrilling egg hunt at Malaika Gardens on April 1 st .
Celebrate Pancake Day all day at Iriba Bar & Terrace on Feb 13 th .
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Party Mardi Gras style at Soko Restaurant with a Brazilian buffet and Latin entertainment (Feb 28 th ).
If you are looking for the perfect wine to pair with lunch or dinner, then Cucina Restaurant offers a selection of wines carefully curated to suit lighter flavored meals or to complement a heartier dish.
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Eat, drink and be Irish! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an extended happy hour, speciality cocktails and a promotion on all Jameson Irish Whiskey bottles.
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UPGRADE Y O U R S TAY Take advantage of this exclusive offer and choose any of the available extras to enhance your stay
+ $40 PER NIGHT • Access to Executive Lounge + $80 PER NIGHT • Access to Executive Lounge • Upgrade to Club Room / Pool View • Complimentary one way airport transfer • 10% Discount on Spa • 15% Discount on Laundry + $120 PER NIGHT • Upgrade to Suite • Complimentary one way airport transfer • Access to Executive Lounge • 15% Discount on Laundry • 10% Discount on Spa
KIGALI MARRIOTT HOTEL K N 3 A V E N U E , N YA R U G E N G E D I S T R I C T KIGALI - RWANDA TEL: +250 222 111 111, kigalimarriott.com
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Variety
Nights LIVE MUSIC
Featuring Herbert Rock & Lydia (Jambo Band) at Iriba Bar & Terrace Fridays, 7pm - 11pm
ULTRA SATURDAYS Live Music by Micho Band Iriba Bar & Terrace 7pm - 11pm 27
2017 Rwanda’s Leading City Hotel - Winner Rwanda’s Leading Business Hotel - Winner
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