Uganda
This basic lodge has a mix of private and dorm beds in bandas (thatched-roofed huts), plus camping on the lawn.
Must-see hotels in Uganda
Uganda
The former government-run Soroti Hotel is a very good choice with large clean rooms, a bar and restaurant.
Southwestern Uganda
A mix of cleanliness and good prices makes White House one of Kasese’s most popular budget options.
Uganda
This bush camp in the northern sector, 7km from Wankwar gate (and 10km from Purongo town), has basic bandas (thatched-roofed huts) and dorms in a peaceful…
Eastern Uganda
In a busy part of town, this budget hotel has the feel of an Indian guesthouse with cheap rooms and a fantastic rooftop hangout. Room 11 has splendid…
Southwestern Uganda
With the entire forest at its feet, this community-run camp would be a good budget choice but for the water problems and poor management that can present…
Fort Portal
Just outside town, this relaxed guesthouse draws in shoestring lodgers. It has some faded colonial charm, with spacious, dark rooms that feature saggy…
Southwestern Uganda
The small Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) campsite at Ntoroko is on the shores of Lake Albert, meaning you often have hippos joining you in the evening…
Kampala
With mismatched furniture and stained rugs, this old mainstay has seen better days. Rooms have retro fittings and floral curtains, large-sized poster beds…
Southwestern Uganda
After an ownership change this hostel holds less appeal. It isn't particularly attuned to the needs of backpackers (paid wi-fi, very basic toilets), but…
Kampala
Just beyond the city centre, this stately 1980s old-timer has seen some wear. Discounts are available. There's a quality Chinese restaurant, not to be…
Eastern Uganda
A budget UWA lodge (cold water only) at Suam trail where you'll need to bring your own food. Book in advance via the National Park Headquarters in Mbale.
Uganda
Next door to UWA, this is by far the best cheapie in town, with simple, clean and functional rooms set around a courtyard. It's on a busy corner in town…
Eastern Uganda
This simple place serves the Piswa trailhead, just east of the park entrance gate. Dorms and cabins have shared bathrooms and there are basic meals…
Uganda
A reliable shoestringer, friendly Alinda has big clean rooms right on the main road and a shared shower block with buckets.
Southwestern Uganda
If you get stuck in Katunguru, this basic lodge has the cheapest and cleanest rooms and a decent attached restaurant.
