Banda Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Masaka. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
Danish, English
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 75 per vehicle (one way)
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Banda Lodge Masaka
Banda Masaka
Banda Lodge Lodge
Banda Lodge Masaka
Banda Lodge Lodge Masaka
Frequently asked questions
Does Banda Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Banda Lodge 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 Banda Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Banda Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Banda Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Banda Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 75 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Banda Lodge?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Banda Lodge and nearby?
Banda Lodge has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Banda Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Banda Lodge like?
Banda Lodge is a short 10-minute walk from Masaka Golf Course and 19 minutes' walk from Masaka Regional Referral Hospital.
Banda Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Great place to rest
Julius
Julius, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 June 2024
Wonderful stay on our way to our school near the Tanzania border. The staff are attentive to their guests needs.
Ann Marie
Ann Marie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 June 2024
Ready to receive me on arrival. Patient and helpful staff. Good food. Clean pool. Clean room and facilities.
Alma
Alma, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 May 2024
Nambooze
Nambooze, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2024
Nambooze
Nambooze, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2023
An upward trajectory
I last stayed here more than 4 years ago and it was okay. Since then they have improved beyond measure. Extensive expansion, a new restaurant and much more professional. It is at the highest end of budget, delivers fantastic value in a good but quiet location and the service was brilliant - especially from Shakira and Angel. If I am ever in the area I would definitely choose Banda Lodge for value, ambience and service. And the Swedish beef/potato/egg thing on the menu is delicious!
Jon
Jon, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
17 September 2023
Great place to stay. Would be nice to have a fan for the nighttime but otherwise great spot.
Allison
Allison, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 August 2023
bo
bo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 August 2023
janet
janet, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
2 June 2023
Hopefully this was just an off day. We checked in late. The room is very, very nice, especially the two bedroom. The plug for the TV was not working. The internet was also not working. So we were essentially forced to go to bed. The power was out most of the morning. When we arrived to breakfast all of the food was finished. We waited for them to bring more pancakes and eggs but that was all they brought. None of the other food was replaced, and we only arrived at breakfast at 9 am. It was disappointing that everything we expected from our reservation (cable TV, wifi, breakfast) were missing.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 January 2023
A nice relaxing escape in a unique experience. The staff are attentive and friendly. The view from the restaurant is great.
crystal
crystal, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2022
We really enjoyed our stay at Banda Lodge. It was quiet and relaxing - just what we needed. Our cottage was very clean and had everything we required. The shower especially was excellent - the best we have ever had in Uganda. Every meal we had did not disappoint - the food was very good indeed. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful and saw to our every need. We would highly recommend staying at Banda Lodge. We stayed 5 nights and were sorry to leave!
Ruth
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2022
George
George, 7-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
15 May 2022
Very good food and really friendly staff.
Comfortable room and quiet at nighttime. All in all a very pleasant place to stay.
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
6 February 2022
Stella is amazing! The beds are less than wonderful but the swimming pool is great.
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2021
This is the go-to place to stay in Masaka!
Banda Lodge was a perfect respite after a week in what I call the 'hard bush' working at a rural clinic. I stayed in one of the rooms that isn't 'self-contained' but that is a tiny distinction& a good bargain. The sparkling clean toilets and showers were right next door.
The staff was great, the food very good (though a bit limited as to be expected in a small hotel) and the accommodations very reasonably priced. The view and quieter location is exceptional. Wish I'd stayed longer and had had time to use the wonderful pool.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2021
Easy and Pleasant
Clean room with 4 beds! Only thing was tv/wifi wasn’t working great. But enjoyed our stay, and swimming and the service was so great.
Lucia
Lucia, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
31 March 2019
Great value, great service, exceptional food.
I really liked this property and would definitely stay again. It´s relatively basic and located away from anything else but that makes it fairly quiet and very peaceful. The staff are excellent and the food was exceptional which I didn´t expect. Good value, great service and surprisingly good food. Recommended.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 February 2019
Good break on a journey from/to Entebbe
Perfect for the first or last couple of nights in Uganda - about three hours' drive from Entebbe. Entebbe-Kampala Expressway is open, and has very little traffic. Quality rooms and good food at bargain prices.
Gareth
Gareth, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 January 2019
I loved the look of it and the location. It's beautiful and the staff is wonderful! I didn't like that cars had to beep to have the gate opened.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 December 2018
Excellent
Stylishly designed and very well equipped lodges with indoor relaxation space and kitchen. Excellent breakfast in outdoor communal area. Staff were very helpful.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2024
Perfect
Alex
Alex, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 June 2024
Sin baño privado pero un lugar lindo
El problema es la ausencia de pieza con baño privado. Ese es el mayor inconveniente ya que para ir a hacer sus necesidades o tomar una ducha, es necesario salir de la pieza.
Aparte de esto, la vista desde el restaurante es muy linda, la comida que se sirve es buena y bien presentada. El servicio, así como la amabilidad del personal, es excelente.