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The Fat Cat Backpackers

1.0 star property
Kampala hostel in Kyebando with free breakfast and rooftop terrace

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Room (Private)
Food and drink
Library
Exterior
View from property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Plot 13 Bukoto Street, Kampala, Kampala, 14016
  • The Acacia Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • British High Commission
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Uganda National Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kampala (KLA)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Room (Private)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 beds)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 beds)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Kampala

The Fat Cat Backpackers places you steps from Kisementi and within a short 5-minute stroll of The Acacia Mall. Highlights at this hostel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Kyebando hostel include British High Commission and Uganda National Museum.
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What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min walk
  • Uganda National Museum - 10 min walk
  • Uganda Golf Course - 2 min drive
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Makerere University - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Javas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafeserrie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nawab's Asian Bistro, Acacia mall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Riders Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ugaroll, Kurb - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Fat Cat Backpackers

Kampala hostel in Kyebando with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Fat Cat Backpackers. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kampala hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Fat Cat Backpackers offers 10 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 60.00 per person (return)

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
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 and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

The Fat Cat Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

Yep, The Fat Cat Backpackers has a free self car park.

Does The Fat Cat Backpackers serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Fat Cat Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Centrally located. Chill environment. Yummy breakfast made to order. Bodas right outside the front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019