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Hotel Africana

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kampala with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 restaurants, African cuisine
View from room
Aerial view
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is AU$297
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb

Explore the area

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Plot 2 - 4 Wampewo Avenue, P.O. Box 10218, Kampala, 0256
  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Uganda Golf Course
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Kibuli Mosque
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kampala (KLA)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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View from room

Deluxe Double Room with balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Kampala

At Hotel Africana you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Uganda Golf Course and The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Ngeye, serves African cuisine. The hotel's own poolside bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. 3003 square feet (279 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 5:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Kampala hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Kibuli Mosque and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from The Acacia Mall.

What's nearby

  • Uganda Golf Course - 20 min walk
  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min drive
  • Makerere University - 4 min drive
  • St. Francis Hospital - Nsambya - 4 min drive
  • Embassy of the United States - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 40 min drive

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

Hotel in Kampala with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
As a guest of Hotel Africana, you'll find an outdoor pool, a health club, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 3003 square feet (279 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Africana. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a shopping centre shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Kampala hotel is smoke free.

  • 252 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 3 coffee shops
  • 3003 sq ft of conference space
  • 279 sq. m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Africana offers 252 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Accommodation at this 4-star hotel has kitchens with fridges, separate dining areas and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

This Kampala hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Microwaves, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, Arabic, English, French, German, Russian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • A poolside bar
  • Free manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kibs
  • Ngeye

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (3,003 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 38-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Africana

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per person (return)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Africana?

Hotel Africana offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Africana?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Africana on 25 Feb 2025 start from AU$296.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Africana?

Yep, Hotel Africana has a free self car park.

Does Hotel Africana have a pool?

Hotel Africana has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Africana?

Hotel Africana features a health club, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Hotel Africana a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Africana.

Is Hotel Africana family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Africana is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel Africana?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel Africana serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is available daily between 5:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Africana?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Africana?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Africana?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Africana?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel Africana?

There is a golf course next to Hotel Africana.

Hotel Africana Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 185 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hannet

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Moses

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Erica

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Erisa

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
Unprofessional stuffs, not cooperative at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kubrom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Soyeb

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nevan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent helpful staff
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Ronald

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had no warm water, other than that was a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly in the view was breathtaking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Erin

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for business. Good service overall. Property condition needs a spruce up
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Yassinove, New York

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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).
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Abdallah, Nairobi

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient location, service is good and good size rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
everything needs some updating. Wardrobe wouldn’t close, some plumbing in bathroom poorly repaired
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jordan, Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is beautiful! And the gym is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Manickaraj

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful inappropriate service
Wonderful inappropriate service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Abdallah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
EXCELLENT LOCATION, VERY CLEAN, GOOD FACILITIES, EXCELLENT STAFF, GOOD SERVICE & GOOD BREAKFAST.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a modern hotel centrally located, clean and good service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Venus, Pontiac, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.