Title: Rates Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=36283661&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rates Motel Rates Motel offers a comfortable base for travelers with tour assistance readily available and a peaceful atmosphere to unwind after a day of exploration. ## Photo gallery for Rates Motel ![House | Living room | Flat-screen TV - Rates Motel (Mbale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/1757bf3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House | In-room dining - Rates Motel (Mbale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/1bbc1e72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Rates Motel (Mbale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/72fa7f18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Rates Motel (Mbale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/43573dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rates Motel (Mbale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/eba658fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers at Rates Motel receive a warm welcome along with practical amenities like WiFi and an on-site restaurant. The property streamlines the travel experience with convenient services including dry cleaning, expert tour assistance, and time-saving express check-in. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Laundry - Room service ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/b1559186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Fan Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Bathrobes Electric kettle Free bottled water Satellite channels - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for House ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/c49d543a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### House ### Highlights Kitchen Flat-screen TV Fan 3 bedrooms Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Bathrobes Electric kettle - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/onekey__standard__always_light.svg) Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.com/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMbale-Hotels-Rates-Motel.h36283661.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.com/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMbale-Hotels-Rates-Motel.h36283661.Hotel-Information) ## About the neighborhood Mbale is home to Rates Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sipi Falls and Wanale Cliff. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Mbale travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale.dx6206481) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C1.07814%2C34.18120&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=euUsRxsyojVQqPYd-SpMq98D_Ss=) Plot 9 Crab Tree, Industrial Division Offices, Mbale, Eastern Region ### What's nearby - LivingStone International University 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Sipi Falls 17 min drive \- 10.8 miles - Wanale Cliff 26 min drive \- 9.3 miles - Sipi Falls 56 min drive \- 37.1 miles ### Restaurants - Endiro Coffee - Mbale 10 min walk - Chicken Papa 10 min walk - Cafe Arabica 8 min walk - Sarnet Coffee House 12 min walk - Sport Club Mbale 18 min walk ## About this property ### Rates Motel Property highlights A terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Rates Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services Room features All guestrooms at Rates Motel include perks such as bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hotel Rates Motel Mbale Rates Motel Mbale Hotel Rates Motel Mbale Mbale Rates Motel Hotel Rates Mbale Rates Hotel Rates Motel Rates Motel Hotel Rates Motel Mbale Rates Motel Mbale Mbale Rates Motel Hotel Rates Mbale Rates Rates Motel Hotel Mbale ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rates Motel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rates Motel? ### What time is check-out at Rates Motel? ### Does Rates Motel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Rates Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Rates Motel Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### jack Aug 21, 2022 Liked: Staff & service The staff were pleasant and helpful. ##### jack Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Casa Del Turista](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Casa-Del-Turista.h34944079.Hotel-Information) - [Elgon Heights Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Elgon-Heights-Motel.h25091252.Hotel-Information) - [Dream Palace Hotel Mbale](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Dream-Palace-Hotel-Mbale.h19732383.Hotel-Information) - [Mbale Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Mbale-Resort-Hotel.h19710345.Hotel-Information) - [Mbale Courts View Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Mbale-Courts-View-Hotel.h82970096.Hotel-Information) - [Visitors Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Visitors-Inn.h38087703.Hotel-Information) - [Hilltop Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Hilltop-Hotel.h38518067.Hotel-Information) - [Starlight Hotel Mbale](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Starlight-Hotel-Mbale.h19732489.Hotel-Information) - [Lucia Villas Mbale](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Lucia-Villas-Mbale.h46115629.Hotel-Information) - [Rocy Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Rocy-Hotel.h48738252.Hotel-Information) - [Green Garden Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Green-Garden-Hotel.h38517812.Hotel-Information) - [Kaanos Hope Complex Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Kaanos-Hope-Complex-Inn.h38518196.Hotel-Information) - [Mount Elgon Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Mount-Elgon-Hotel.h20207795.Hotel-Information) - [Elgon Palace hotel mbale](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Elgon-Palace-Hotel-Mbale.h96689850.Hotel-Information) - [Crown Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Crown-Suites-Hotel.h19732597.Hotel-Information) - [Mbale Emperor's Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Mbale-Emperors-Motel.h96535348.Hotel-Information) - [Sunrise Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Sunrise-Inn.h24884374.Hotel-Information) - [Cwmbale Eco-Tourist Lodge](https://www.expedia.com/Cwmbale-Eco-Tourist-Lodge.h101424523.Hotel-Information) - [Viola Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-Viola-Hotel.h25091675.Hotel-Information) - [Mount ELGON HOTEL & SPA](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale-Hotels-MOUNT-ELGON-HOTEL-SPA.h71084731.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Mbale](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Mbale.d667086944390148096.Flight-Destinations) - [Mbale Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Mbale.d667086944390148096.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Mbale](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Mbale.d667086944390148096.Car-Rental-Destinations) - [Mbale Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Mbale.d667086944390148096.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)