Hotels in Mbarara: Where to Stay on the Road to Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth
A practical overnight stop on the long drive from Kampala to the south-west.
Mbarara is the largest town in south-western Uganda and a common overnight stop on the road between Kampala and Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth or Lake Mburo. It has a range of hotels and guesthouses, from business hotels to simple lodges.
Many travellers prefer to stay inside or beside Lake Mburo National Park instead. See Mbarara District, Lake Mburo and driving distances.
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 Ameera Africa Safaris.
At a glance
- Role: Overnight stopover
- Nearby park: Lake Mburo
- From Kampala: About a half-day drive
- Onward: Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth
Places to Stay
- Town hotels: business hotels and guesthouses in Mbarara
- Lodges near Lake Mburo: safari lodges within a short drive
Choosing Where to Stay
- Book ahead in peak months.
- Consider breaking the drive at Lake Mburo.
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
Itineraries That Include This Experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Uganda Safari Pages
- Mbarara District: Location, Attractions and Getting There
- Where to Stay in Uganda: Hotels, Lodges and Camps by Region and Budget
- Hotels in Kasese: Gateway to Queen Elizabeth and the Rwenzori Mountains
- Hotels in Gulu: Stays in Northern Uganda for Murchison and Kidepo Routes
- Hotels in Kisoro: Stays Near Mgahinga, Lake Mutanda and Southern Bwindi
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