Must-see hotels in Uganda

  • Little Elephant Camp

    Southwestern Uganda

    This dream safari camp features a few impeccable tents outfitted with grills and your own personal kitchen and living-room tent. Comfortable and…

  • Wildwaters Lodge

    Jinja

    One of Uganda's best luxury hotels, Wildwaters lives up to its name by overlooking a raging stretch of the Nile from its stunning island location…

  • Kyambura Gorge Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    This former coffee factory is a top choice for those looking to slow things right down. Style looms large here, with abstract art and mismatched craft…

  • Fort Murchison

    Uganda

    Dutch-owned Nature Lodges' most ambitious venture takes the form of an ambient Islamic fort in a commanding location overlooking the Albert Nile. It has…

  • Papaya Lake Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    A stylish retreat with a rock 'n' roll heart, stunning Papaya Lake Lodge goes that extra mile. A gin cart for cocktail hour, antique masks and a bathroom…

  • Bwindi Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    Eight stylish bandas (thatched-roofed huts) with solar power, gorgeous textiles and warming fireplaces make up this ultraluxurious offering. Take a walk…

  • Emin Pasha Hotel

    Kampala

    Kampala’s finest boutique hotel is housed in an elegant property set in wonderful gardens with rooms that blend lodge atmosphere with luxury. The more…

  • Sipi River Lodge

    Eastern Uganda

    A real retreat set in lush gardens with porch rockers and a creek-side trail to the second waterfall. Dorms and bandas (thatched-roofed huts) use separate…

  • Haven

    Jinja

    Overlooking a wild Class VI rapid, this wonderful, friendly lodge is all about location. With pleasant grounds featuring a play area, bike rentals and…

  • Travellers Rest Hotel

    Southwestern Uganda

    A hotel with a history, it was once run by the so-called father of gorilla tourism, Walter Baumgärtel, and Dian Fossey regularly stayed here. Through…

  • Yellow Haven Lodge

    Kampala

    Haven is the operative word in this boutique lodging on Kampala's outskirts near the airport. On Lake Victoria, the surrounding marshland attracts…

  • Kluge's Guest Farm

    Southwestern Uganda

    Whether you're drinking a beer with Stefan Kluge himself or watching monkeys skate across the treetops, this well-run retreat is unique. The cooking alone…

  • Murchison River Lodge

    Uganda

    While firmly in the luxury category, Murchison River opens its doors to all budgets, whether you're here to pitch a tent, do some lazy camping or live it…

  • Bush Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    An excellent budget choice, this exceptionally run bush camp sits on the banks of Kazinga Channel frequented by elephants, forest pigs, warthogs and…

  • Mt Gahinga Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    Set within a rocky garden that blends in beautifully with the natural surrounds, this luxury lodge oozes charm. The homestead-style cottages have volcano…

  • Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    A wonderful set-up with views looking out to the misty Virungas, the Nkuringo Gorilla Camp is an excellent pick for Nkuringo. Comfortable rooms and…

  • Villa Kololo

    Kampala

    With an excellent location in upmarket Kololo, this Italian-owned designer hotel has smart, well-priced rooms that balance tasteful North African decor…

  • Gately on the Nile

    Jinja

    Gately's stylish rooms boast high ceilings, mosaic tile floors and batik fabrics. They're split between a lovely garden house and loft apartments and a…

  • Primate Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    Right in the park and next to the UWA headquarters, this deluxe forest lodge is perfectly located for chimp tracking. Luxury stone cottages have timber…

  • Enjojo Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    Providing a wonderful experience for guests, this ultrapopular Belgian resort suits all budgets. Beyond the warm welcome and helpful service, there's…

  • Source of the Smile Guesthouse

    Jinja

    With cool tropical design, a gorgeous garden and pool, this relaxed guesthouse indeed invites smiles. Its Icelandic owner and local staff are helpful and…

  • Mihingo Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    One of Uganda's best park lodges lies just outside Mburo's eastern border, with rustic tent-cottages spread along the ridge. All have amazing views,…

  • Kidepo Savannah Lodge

    Uganda

    Just outside the park boundary, this stylish addition delivers excellent value. It sits on a low ridge with expansive park views and visiting zebra and…

  • Bushpig

    Kampala

    A slice of luxury by the standards of African hostels, Bushpig is housed in a smart complex that also functions as a posh hotel and restaurant. The staff…

  • Red Chilli Hideaway

    Kampala

    Red Chilli has created its dream hostel on these premises. Drawing upon years of experience, the end results include piping-hot water, comfy beds, a…

  • Rose's Last Chance

    Eastern Uganda

    Located near the trailhead in Budadari, Rose's is a laid-back, comfortable, fun and friendly place that brings guests closer to the local scene. Testing…

  • Equator Snow Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    Conveniently located for the Central (and Mahoma) Trail, this luxury mountain lodge at the foot of the Rwenzoris has large cottages with fireplaces,…

  • Nyore Hillside Retreat

    Southwestern Uganda

    In the owner's family for generations, this hillside set of bandas (thatched-roofed huts) provides a peaceful and welcoming retreat surrounded by coffee…

  • Apoka Safari Lodge

    Uganda

    A unique luxury property, Apoka Safari Lodge spoils you with 10 lovely rooms, fine dining and a swimming pool chiselled into rock. Large, thatched…

  • Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse

    Southwestern Uganda

    Not actually on Lake Nyabikere, but near enough to snag some views, is the wonderful Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse. Set on manicured gardens overlooking…

  • Ishasha Wilderness Camp

    Southwestern Uganda

    The location right on the Ntungwe River is prime. At these prices this tented camp is less luxurious than you might expect, though its 10 tents are…

  • Bakers Lodge

    Uganda

    The luxury pick in Murchison, this classic safari pick occupies a prime location on the Victoria Nile with elegant riverfront digs. The style is nostalgic…

  • Buhoma Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    One of the few lodges inside the park, the refined Buhoma Lodge is perfect for those wanting to make their ‘gorilla experience’ that bit more memorable…

  • Ndali Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    With exquisite taste, this luxurious, colonial-style lodge on iconic Lake Nyinambuga has a stunning ridgetop location and is run by third-generation…

  • Chameleon Hill Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    Finally a lodge in Uganda that's trying something original, hilltop Chameleon provides a memorable first impression with a series of multicoloured…

  • Mutanda Lake Resort

    Southwestern Uganda

    In a superb location directly on the lake, this relaxed Dutch-owned resort has luxury safari tents raised on wooden platforms with self-contained…

  • Cassia Lodge

    Kampala

    A rare patch of tranquillity with spellbinding views of Lake Victoria and hills that seem to never end. The simple yet tasteful rooms face the lake with…

  • Budongo Eco Lodge

    Uganda

    Great value, this wooded camp has six handsome cabins and nice dorms with screen windows. There's solar power, hot water, rainwater catchment and eco…

  • Katara Lodge

    Southwestern Uganda

    It's hard not to be seduced by this gorgeous place. Eight wood, thatch and canvas cottages are made for taking in the stunning savannah views and there's…

  • 2 Friends Guesthouse

    Jinja

    A relaxed guesthouse with smart safari-themed rooms with flat-screen TVs, safes and attractive Ugandan art. Cottages around a lovely bamboo garden and…

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