Kampala

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Where to stay in Kampala

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Kololo

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kololo and surrounding area, you can visit Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall.

Kololo
Discovering the busy city of Kampala today. Visit one of the many markets in center town for a bargain.

Nakasero

When in Nakasero, you can plan a visit to Uganda Golf Course and The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nakasero
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Bukoto

Forests and restaurants are some things travelers note about Bukoto. Check out The Acacia Mall or Uganda National Museum while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Bukoto
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Muyenga

While Muyenga isn't home to many top sights, Kibuli Mosque and Uganda Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Muyenga
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Bugolobi

4/5(1 area review)

While Bugolobi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kibuli Mosque and Uganda Golf Course.

Bugolobi
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Naguru

Naguru might not have many top sights, but The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Naguru
Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel

5 out of 5
Kintu Road, Kampala
$151 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
$183 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (211 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay at Serena! The property, amenities, staff and services were all top tier. Whenever we return to Kampala, we will be staying at Serena"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Kampala Serena Hotel
Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Plot 1-2 Kafu Road, Kampala
$231 nightly
The price is $275 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$275 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (184 reviews)
Great great overall
"I would have given a perfect score if it was not for a small glitch , I was waken up by some guests discussing accross my door at 1 am , while this is to be on the guest one has to admit the room is rather easily disturbed by external noise which makes it a bit of an issue when you need some very ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Fairway Hotel & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

4 out of 5
Plot 72 Kira Road, Kampala
$111 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$133 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Uganda National Museum and The Acacia Mall are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (148 reviews)
"Very nice oasis in the middle of a very chaotic city. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mestil Hotels & Residences

Mestil Hotels & Residences

4 out of 5
20 Barracks Drive, Nsambya, Kampala
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
"Overall it was a good and very comfortable stay. Breakfast was not the best but it was okayish"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Mestil Hotels & Residences
Bukoto Heights Apartments

Bukoto Heights Apartments

3 out of 5
Plot 481 482, Moyo Close, Bukoto, Kampala
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kampala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Kisementi and The Acacia Mall are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (54 reviews)
"Bukoto heights I always stay here when I go for vacation in Uganda. However this time it was different. The room next to me the person had a dog which made it difficult for me to sit on the balcony, it was barking all the time i sat out. One time it almost pulled off my friend’s dredlock when she ..."

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025

Bukoto Heights Apartments
Speke Apartments Wampewo

Speke Apartments Wampewo

3.5 out of 5
Plot No 19-21, Wampewo Avenue, Kololo, Kampala
Stay at this 3.5-star golf aparthotel in Kampala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
"The doors and windows there is no mosquito nets to also attract insects to not coming inside the room you should fix them in"

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Speke Apartments Wampewo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kampala

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
23
5 - Excellent 30%
4 - Good
38
4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
14
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

nice town compact with very nice people who are as helpful and calm as you ca imagine

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Kampala is a great city, very busy and full of culture

4/5 - Good

anthonyW

I enjoyed its vibrant and friendly and safe nature

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Love Kampala

5/5 - Excellent

Gary

The people made me more than welcome, very humble, with alot of gratitude. The food was great fresh vegetables, I love CJ Java restaurant, love the safe bodas, love the malls, love the Lounge clubs, very warm reception. Well to Africa, Im goin back s

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Do not drive yourself! No stop signs or traffic lights. There us a very definite set of informal rules of the road. He who hesitates is lost. It is intimidating plys right hand drive.

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