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Our top choices for Central Kampala hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view of trees.

1. Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Central Kampala
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"The pool is amazing and they have an excellent gym. Very nice room and excellent friendlyvstaff"
Canada
james
The price is ￥25,734
￥30,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Kampala Serena Hotel
A modern kitchen with a marble island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with a large window.

2. Larose Royal Apartments

Larose Royal Apartments
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
The price is ￥42,273
￥50,994 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Larose Royal Apartments
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent curved entrance and multiple floors.

3. Imperial Royale Hotel

Imperial Royale Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
7.0 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"The room furniture..just gorgeous "
United States
preston
The price is ￥21,376
￥25,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Imperial Royale Hotel
A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor swimming pool, and a tower with a conical roof.

4. Golf Course Hotel

Golf Course Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (130 reviews)
"Good and convenient hotel"
United Kingdom
Ayman
The price is ￥18,052
￥21,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Golf Course Hotel
A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.

5. Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel
4.5 star property
Central Kampala
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (104 reviews)
"Great Place, I Did another reservation allready"
United States
Rogelio
The price is ￥6,935
￥8,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Koki Hotel
A circular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

6. Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Sheraton Kampala Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Great Service."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ￥29,482
￥35,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Sheraton Kampala Hotel
A lush garden with a large tree covered in ivy, a thatched-roof structure, and a statue of an elephant.

7. Hotel Ruch

Hotel Ruch
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
7.8 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"A friendly and pleasant experience, very conveniently located in the city centre."
Australia
John
The price is ￥6,618
￥7,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Ruch
A hotel with a unique facade, multiple floors, and a rooftop bar with outdoor seating.

8. ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (141 reviews)
"Good, cosy hotel"
United States
Artak
The price is ￥13,821
￥16,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
A hotel entrance with a paved walkway, glass doors, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

9. Hotel 33 Kampala

Hotel 33 Kampala
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The price of this hotel is not justified by the facilities and services it offers. I stayed here for 10 days, but unfortunately the quality and variety of the breakfast got worse every single day. By the end of my stay, the breakfast was below the standard of even a 2-star hotel. Just the staff was very helpful and nice. For this reason, I decided to move to another hotel. I found a higher-rated hotel that was $25 per night cheaper and offered much better facilities, including a swimming...
Canada
Behrouz
The price is ￥14,671
￥17,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel 33 Kampala
A spacious balcony with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with striped chairs, and a view of a cityscape.

10. Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
3.5 star property
Central Kampala
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"NEW HOTEL, VERY CLEAN AND SAFE PLACE."
United States
MIKE
The price is ￥28,694
￥35,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and trees.

11. Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Beautiful"
United States
Mothuloe
The price is ￥19,077
￥22,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Fairway Hotel & Spa
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in the foreground.

12. Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Great place to be on a business trip. Proper amenities, clean, comfortable, very good restaurant on site and strong internet/WiFi. Staff, always polite and friendly."
Canada
Russell
The price is ￥26,536
￥31,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
A hotel pool area with sun loungers, a water feature, and a large building with multiple balconies.

13. Hotel Africana

Hotel Africana
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
7.4 out of 10, Good, (198 reviews)
"I would also like to sincerely thank the management and the entire hotel team for paying attention to guests’ comments and taking them seriously. I truly appreciate the fact that you listen to feedback and make efforts to improve the guest experience. Your willingness to respond to suggestions shows your commitment to providing better service, and I hope these improvements will continue in the future."
Canada
Behrouz
The price is ￥16,471
￥19,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Hotel Africana
A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with seating.

14. The Explorers Hub

The Explorers Hub
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (71 reviews)
"Great service from all the staff . Clean prompt and the food was great."
Canada
samsudin
The price is ￥10,524
￥14,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Explorers Hub
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and hanging light fixtures.

15. Arcadia Suites Hotel Kampala

Arcadia Suites Hotel Kampala
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
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United Kingdom
Catrin
The price is ￥10,183
￥17,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Arcadia Suites Hotel Kampala
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and plants.

16. BMK House Apartments

BMK House Apartments
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
7.8 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Hospitable team, comfortable facilities. "
United States
MR PATRICK
The price is ￥12,772
￥15,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
BMK House Apartments
A hotel with multiple arched windows and a central entrance labeled "SPIKE HOTEL".

17. Speke Hotel

Speke Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
7.4 out of 10, Good, (205 reviews)
"The managers are very happy to ensure that guests have a pleasant stay"
Germany
Veronica
The price is ￥9,841
￥12,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Speke Hotel
A modern lounge area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV screen mounted on the wall.

18. Hotel OK

Hotel OK
3.5 star property
Central Kampala
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
The price is ￥7,879
￥9,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hotel OK
A swimming pool with surrounding greenery and architectural features.

19. Fontis Residences Hotel

Fontis Residences Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
The price is ￥37,945
￥45,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fontis Residences Hotel
A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Great stay Well maintained"
United States
Keith
The price is ￥16,882
￥20,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
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Compare popular hotels in Central Kampala

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view of trees.
Kampala Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
275 reviews
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A hotel with a unique facade, multiple floors, and a rooftop bar with outdoor seating.
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
141 reviews
View
A spacious balcony with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with striped chairs, and a view of a cityscape.
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
74 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.
Koki Hotel
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
104 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and balconies, a visible sign reading 'SAROVAR PORTICO,' and a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
14 reviews
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Where to stay in Central Kampala

Find the best Central Kampala areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Makindye

If you're spending some time in Makindye, Speke Resort and Conference Centre and Lake Victoria are top sights worth seeing.

A congested parking lot with numerous buses and cars, a Coca-Cola billboard, and a crowded street scene.
Photo by Travelholic Path
Open Photo by Travelholic Path

Nakasero

When in Nakasero, you can plan a visit to Uganda Golf Course and The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nakawa

While visiting Nakawa, you might make a stop by sights like Ndere Cultural Centre and Metroplex Shopping Mall.

A swimming pool with a view of a lush garden and a tree.
Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman
Open Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman

Ntinda

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ntinda and surrounding area, you can visit Ndere Cultural Centre and The Acacia Mall.

Muyenga

While Muyenga isn't home to many top sights, Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Central Kampala Hotel Reviews

Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites

10/10 Excellent
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Catrin 6-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Arcadia Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is Central Kampala like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kampala's Central Kampala neighborhood. Are you looking for Central Kampala travel tips? Be sure to check out Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Central Kampala?
Based on our traveler data, Kampala Serena Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Kampala. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the area include Koki Hotel and ONOMO Hotel Kampala.
How many hotels are there in the Central Kampala area?
Expedia has 265 hotels and other accommodations in Central Kampala to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kampala area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Kampala, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Central Kampala.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Kampala?
To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Central Kampala, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Kampala neighborhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Central Kampala, consider Owino Market, The Acacia Mall, and Kisementi, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda, Independence Monument, and Embassy of Belgium are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Kampala. Embassy of Sudan and Embassy of France are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kampala.