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Our top choices for Central Kampala hotels

A swimming pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building in the background.

1. Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
Central Kampala
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (273 reviews)
"The pool is amazing and they have an excellent gym. Very nice room and excellent friendlyvstaff"
Canada
james
The price is ￥28,684
￥34,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Kampala Serena Hotel
A high-rise building with a rooftop pool and surrounding greenery.

2. Larose Royal Apartments

Larose Royal Apartments
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
The price is ￥42,877
￥51,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Larose Royal Apartments
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in the foreground.

3. 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 ￥26,596
￥31,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
A hotel pool area with sun loungers, a water feature, and a large building with multiple balconies.

4. 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 ￥16,701
￥20,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel Africana
A large, circular swimming pool with a central island, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

5. 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 ￥29,550
￥35,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Sheraton Kampala Hotel
A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor swimming pool, and a tower with a conical roof.

6. Golf Course Hotel

Golf Course Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (129 reviews)
"Good and convenient hotel"
United Kingdom
Ayman
The price is ￥18,301
￥21,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Golf Course Hotel
A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.

7. Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel
4.5 star property
Central Kampala
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (102 reviews)
"Great Place, I Did another reservation allready"
United States
Rogelio
The price is ￥7,784
￥9,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Koki Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.

8. 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 ￥21,830
￥26,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Fairway Hotel & Spa
A modern outdoor dining area with a long bench and tables, large windows, and a view of the city.

9. 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 ￥28,760
￥35,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
A lush garden with a large tree covered in ivy, a thatched-roof structure, and a statue of an elephant.

10. 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 ￥7,300
￥8,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel Ruch
A restaurant with hanging plants, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements.

11. ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (140 reviews)
"Good, cosy hotel"
United States
Artak
The price is ￥13,852
￥16,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.

12. 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 ￥18,058
￥21,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
A swimming pool with surrounding greenery and architectural features.

13. Fontis Residences Hotel

Fontis Residences Hotel
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
The price is ￥38,032
￥45,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fontis Residences Hotel
A covered walkway with stone pillars, a tiled floor, and a view of buildings and greenery.

14. Speke Apartments Wampewo

Speke Apartments Wampewo
3.5 star property
Central Kampala
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"We had a wonderful experience … Theresa at the front desk was just amazing and the front office manager” Javon” I think trying to recall his name was so exceptionally kind , took care of our needs when we weren’t comfortable and that was so nice . The waiter that was so kind to go an extra mile to make sure we receive the best care .. Overall Speke apartments gave us the best care and I will return"
United States
phiona
The price is ￥20,566
￥24,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Speke Apartments Wampewo
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and plants.

15. 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 ￥12,801
￥15,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
BMK House Apartments
An outdoor cafe with wicker furniture and hanging wicker lamps.

16. The Explorers Hub

The Explorers Hub
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"Great service from all the staff . Clean prompt and the food was great."
Canada
samsudin
The price is ￥10,545
￥14,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Explorers Hub
A bar area with shelves stocked with various bottles and glasses, a wooden counter, and a door.

17. 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 ￥21,426
￥25,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Imperial Royale Hotel
A hotel entrance with a paved walkway, glass doors, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

18. 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 ￥16,335
￥19,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Hotel 33 Kampala
A steak with a side of sauce on a black plate, placed on a table with a paper featuring the word "ARCADIA" in the background.

19. Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites
4.0 star property
Central Kampala
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (174 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Sonny
The price is ￥15,038
￥18,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Arcadia Suites
A modern lounge area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV screen mounted on the wall.

20. Hotel OK

Hotel OK
3.5 star property
Central Kampala
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
The price is ￥7,896
￥9,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel OK
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Compare popular hotels in Central Kampala

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A swimming pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building in the background.
Kampala Serena Hotel
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
273 reviews
View
A modern outdoor dining area with a long bench and tables, large windows, and a view of the city.
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
74 reviews
View
A restaurant with hanging plants, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements.
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
140 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
102 reviews
View
A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews
View

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.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent hill in the foreground and a clear sky.

Kololo

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kololo and surrounding area, you can visit Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall.

Top Central Kampala Hotel Reviews

Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staff. Thanks, be back soon"
robert 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Koki Hotel

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.