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Grassroots Cottages & Tours

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Murchison Falls National Park

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Gulu - Arua Rd, Purongo, Northern Region
  • Murchison Falls National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Murchison Falls
    ‪163 min drive‬
  • Pakuba (PAF)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Purongo

At Grassroots Cottages & Tours, you'll be 5.7 km (3.5 mi) from Murchison Falls National Park. Highlights at this lodge include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3-property class Purongo lodge include Murchison Falls and Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate.
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What's nearby

  • Murchison Falls National Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate - 45 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Pakuba (PAF) - 91 min drive

About this property

Grassroots Cottages & Tours

Lodge with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Murchison Falls National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

Grassroots Cottages & Tours also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Purongo lodge.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 5 per stay

Children and extra beds

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

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 100 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (from 12 to 18 years old)
  • Pet deposit: USD 5 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Rollaway beds 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

As of 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grassroots Cottages & Tours on 4 Apr 2025 start from AU$143.20, 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 Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Yep, Grassroots Cottages & Tours has a free self car park.

What makes Grassroots Cottages & Tours a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Grassroots Cottages & Tours.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

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 Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Grassroots Cottages & Tours Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice place and nice typical room. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019