Hotels in Kampala: Where to Stay in Uganda's Capital
Kampala has hotels for every budget; pick the area first, then the hotel.
Most safari travellers spend a night or two in Kampala before or after the parks. The main choices are the city centre and Nakasero for business hotels, Kololo for quieter residential guesthouses, and Munyonyo for lakeside resorts.
Traffic is heavy, so choose a base that suits your plans. See the Kampala city tour and things to do in Kampala.
This guide is part of our where to stay in Uganda guide. When you are ready to plan, see our Uganda safari packages or the Uganda safari holidays with Ameera Africa Safaris.
At a glance
- Centre and Nakasero: Business hotels
- Kololo: Quiet, residential
- Munyonyo: Lakeside resorts
- From the airport: About 40 km
Places to Stay
- Kampala Serena Hotel: a five-star city hotel with gardens, close to Nakasero
- Fairways Hotel and Spa: a hotel beside Kampala Golf Course
- Speke Resort Munyonyo: a lakeside resort and conference hotel at Munyonyo
- Guesthouses in Kololo and Bugolobi: smaller, quieter stays
Choosing Where to Stay
- Stay near Entebbe for early flights; see hotels in Entebbe.
- Allow extra time for traffic between Kampala and the airport.
- Choose a quiet area if you arrive after a long flight.
Book With Your Safari
See also our lodges and camps guide and UWA accommodation and campsites.
We can book your stay together with your safari. Tell us your dates and budget.
Related Tours, Guides and Resources
- Ameera Africa Safaris homepage: Uganda safaris, tours and holidays
- Uganda safari packages
- Uganda travel guide
- How to book a Uganda safari
- Plan your safari with our team
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