Jinja
This laid-back site run by Nalubale Rafting has a scenic river location fringed with eucalyptus trees and an atmospheric thatched-roof restaurant/bar…
Must-see hotels in Uganda
Jinja
This unassuming, relaxed backpackers is owned by a Kiwi-Aussie couple who've set up rooms in a large sheep shearing–like shed with dorms and private rooms…
Jinja
Jinja's original crash pad is still a popular budget choice with attractive murals and open-air lounge spaces. Dorms are decent and the forest cottage…
Southwestern Uganda
This high-end lodge features solar-powered lodge cottages with claw-foot bath, petal-strewn bed and fireplace. However, it does seem somewhat less…
Uganda
Though slightly overpriced, this British-owned lodge has a relaxed, old-school traveller feel with cosy bandas (thatched-roofed huts) with colourful…
Jinja
Bringing the safari lodge experience to Bujagali, the Nile Porch has ample safari tents in cement shelters set on a cliff above the river. Inside you'll…
Uganda
Set around the camp headquarters, choose between the cottages or rows of basic rooms with small porches. There's also a restaurant serving simple food and…
Eastern Uganda
This very attractive lodge sits astride the top of the big waterfall, with sideways, close-up views and breezes. Accommodation, from the three-bed dorms…
Lake Bunyonyi
Occupying a lovely little wooded island right near Rutinda, Nature Prime mixes it up with Scandinavian-style rustic log cabins and safari tents set on…
Southwestern Uganda
Run by Robin and Wycliffe, a fun young Dutch-Ugandan couple (who are a good source of travel info), this chilled-out guesthouse has a homely atmosphere…
Ssese Islands
One of the first lodgings on the island, the wooden bungalows here have a real beachy feel to them, which may have something to do with their location on…
Fort Portal
This orphanage offers accommodation to help finance it (as well as the two schools) in a rural setting 15km from Fort Portal. It also hires mountain bikes…
Eastern Uganda
This lovely spot run by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is right at the Sipi trailhead and has a little restaurant. Book via the National Park…
Jinja
The base for Nalubale rafters (who stay for free), this lively backpacker hangout has clean dorms with hot showers in a colonial house set in a leafy…
Southwestern Uganda
This pleasant campsite is enclosed by rainforest, but offers some attractive grass on which to pitch your tent. There are showers and toilets on-site and…
Fort Portal
This relative newcomer to Fort Portal has spacious gardens, clean rooms and bathrooms with hot water and some of the best water pressure in Uganda –…
Southwestern Uganda
Near but not right on the lake, this camp features bright, attractive cottages that are a melange of concrete, canvas, wood and thatch. Half and full…
Southwestern Uganda
Given its location close to the prime wildlife-viewing area, these well-spaced thatched bandas (thatched-roofed huts) are good value. It can feel a little…
Entebbe
Built around a flower-filled courtyard, this bright backpacker house clad in tangerine paint has simple rooms with nets but without screens. Dorms are…
Southwestern Uganda
This little compound of whitewashed and thatched-roof towers is a tad dated but it's well priced and has memorable Queen Elizabeth vistas. Rooms are…
Uganda
Visitors rave about this lodge located deep in the sanctuary (a 20-minute drive from park headquarters). There are tasteful, secluded cottages and a…
Fort Portal
Clean but worn out, this multistorey hotel on the main thoroughfare is still a popular budget choice, though it seems to be coasting on its reputation…
Southwestern Uganda
This fun, friendly place 4.5km south of town has a rural feel and a helpful owner. It can arrange visits to the Nabajjuzi Wetlands and organise village…
Southwestern Uganda
Friendly and welcoming, Golden Monkey is a decent budget choice with restaurant. It also runs Virunga Adventure Tours, and can arrange trips across Uganda…
Southwestern Uganda
A clean, cheap and straightforward hotel with rooms arranged around a courtyard, and a good little restaurant that makes a useful pit stop for those…
Southwestern Uganda
On the outskirts of town off the road to Kasese, this modern hotel sits in front of a tiny lake, and is a popular option for business travellers too…
Rweteera Safari Park & Tourist Camping
Southwestern Uganda
Nothing fancy, this place on Lake Nyabikere still gets good feedback, with simple, comfortable tent camping by the lake. Any minibus (USh5000) heading…
Ssese Islands
While motel-style rooms may not suit an island getaway, at least they're set right on the beach with great views from their private porches. It backs on…
Uganda
Moroto's best hotel has rooms ranging from cheap and fading to smart new cottages. The setting, at the foot of its eponymous mountain, is spectacular…
Kampala
Not many travellers stay in Old Kampala, but this place has become a favourite with aid workers on break from up-country due to its large comfortable…
Uganda
A comfortable, good-value choice with spotless rooms, some with bathtubs. Pricier rooms are worth it, with tons more space. There’s a restaurant and bar…
Lake Bunyonyi
This perfectly serviceable backpacker haven has mixed dorms and a thatched restaurant. It's not waterfront, but there's a swimming dock across the road…
Uganda
Run by Catholic nuns, this sprawling hotel is a solid budget choice. It's dated but comfortable, with ample doubles set around different courtyards. Meals…
Southwestern Uganda
This UWA-run camp has a relaxing location surrounded by trees with black-and-white colobus monkeys. Rooms here are great value, with a canteen and…
Southwestern Uganda
One of Kisoro's original backpackers, Virunga Hotel is where overland trucks end up. Its rear block has new, modern rooms. The cheapest rooms are rather…
Uganda
Kotido's smartest option, this hotel has quality, clean rooms within a secure compound and meal service. Those arriving by bus can arrange a free hotel…
Southwestern Uganda
Lodge is a misnomer for this small concrete hotel, but it's still decent value for shoestring travellers. It's clean and simple, but breakfast costs extra.
Uganda
On the river near the falls, this scenic and secluded camp has pit toilets and nothing else save the sounds of distant raging water and thousands of birds.
Jinja
Sure it's a bit scuffed around the edges, but this unpretentious hotel offers budget lodgings with a swimming pool, large lawn and big rooms.
Fort Portal
A good budget choice, this central hotel has some large, clean rooms with pastel walls. Some rooms feature flat-screen TV.
