Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 4 min drive
Embassy of the United States - 5 min drive
Getting around
Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 40 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Cafe Javas - 6 min walk
KyotoTurkish Restaurant - 5 min walk
Garden City Rooftop - 9 min walk
The Hickory - 7 min walk
Olives Italian Kitchen & Bar - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Africana
Adjacent to a golf course, Hotel Africana is a great choice for a stay in Kampala. Guests can indulge in massages or manicures and pedicures, and Ngeye, one of 2 restaurants, serves African cuisine. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say good things about the overall property condition.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Off-site
Shopping centre shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 5:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
3 bars/lounges
3 coffee shops
Poolside bar
Barbecue grills
Free reception
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Playground
What to do
Fitness classes
Shopping
Access to nearby health club
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Conference centre (3003 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
Health club
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
38-inch TV
Premium satellite channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
What to enjoy
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave (on request)
Kitchen
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Ngeye – This restaurant specialises in African cuisine.
Kibs – On-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per person (return)
Shopping centre shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
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Africana Kampala
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Africana offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Africana does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Africana?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Africana?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Africana?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Africana?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 per person return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Africana?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Africana and nearby?
On-site recreation at Hotel Africana includes fitness classes. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Africana also has 3 bars, a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden and access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Africana?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring African cuisine.
Does Hotel Africana have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
Does Hotel Africana have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a fridge and a microwave.
Does Hotel Africana have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Africana like?
Hotel Africana is a short 16-minute walk from The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda and 20 minutes' walk from Uganda Golf Course.
Hotel Africana Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
26 June 2024
The staff are unfriendly, poor customer service, the receptionist couldn’t find my bookings . I was very disappointed and emotionally distressed! I think for my mental health I would never again book with Expedia to stay at African hotel !!!!
Hannet
Hannet, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
31 January 2024
Denise
Denise, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
3 July 2023
the room fridge was not working. The Room AC was difficult to operate and shut off twice in the middle of the night. The TV was not easy to operate. Only had sound but no picture. The water faucet in the shower was stuck on very hot water and ended up taking a cold shower.
Moses
Moses, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
11 June 2023
Erica
Erica, 4-night trip
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2/10 Poor
19 May 2023
Unprofessional stuffs, not cooperative at all.
Erisa
Erisa, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 January 2023
Kubrom
Kubrom, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
27 January 2023
Soyeb
Soyeb, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2023
Gracious staff, clean rooms and quirky architecture. Odd styling choices, which seem to be Soviet inspired, and that's part of the experience. Great value for a historic property.
Nevan
Nevan, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 September 2022
Excellent helpful staff
Mary
Mary, 10-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 February 2022
Lucy
Lucy, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 February 2022
I had no warm water, other than that was a good stay.
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
2 July 2021
Ronald
Ronald, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 June 2021
The staff was friendly in the view was breathtaking.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
10 March 2020
Erin
Erin, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
22 February 2020
Perfect location for business. Good service overall. Property condition needs a spruce up
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
14 February 2020
It is not a hotel for $ 88. Please increase by 10-15 dollar and choose another hotel if you are visiting Kampala. I don’t want to be rude by giving details.( hygiene, food and noises are the mean issues).
Yassinove
Yassinove, 4-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 November 2019
convenient location, service is good and good size rooms
Abdallah
Abdallah, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 October 2019
everything needs some updating. Wardrobe wouldn’t close, some plumbing in bathroom poorly repaired
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2019
The pool area is beautiful! And the gym is perfect.
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
20 July 2019
Wonderful inappropriate service
Wonderful inappropriate service
Manickaraj
Manickaraj, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 February 2019
As always it does what it says on the tin at a reasonable price. The new gym is excellent, I just hope they look after it.
Verified traveller
5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 January 2019
EXCELLENT LOCATION, VERY CLEAN, GOOD FACILITIES, EXCELLENT STAFF, GOOD SERVICE & GOOD BREAKFAST.
Abdallah
Abdallah, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 December 2018
It’s a modern hotel centrally located, clean and good service
Verified traveller
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2018
The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was great. Everyone we came in contact had such a beautiful smile. I appreciate the hospitality and I look forward to coming again.
Venus
Venus, 12-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 March 2018
Good value, if a little dated
Nice hotel, with a lovely garden area to enjoy a meal and drink in the evening. It is a little dated, but decent value for money. Service for food or drink is so slow, even by Uganda standards.