Places to Stay in Jinja
Jinja offers a wide range of resorts, hotels, lodges and guest houses to suit everyone's needs, whether you be an independent traveler, family, group of friends or here on business.So if you don't want to take advantage of the FREE nights accommodation at either Explorers Backpackers or Explorers River Camp that we include in all full day white water activities, here are some suggested alternatives.
Accommodation in Jinja Town
2 Friends Guest HouseCentrally located, 2 Friends offers exclusive accommodation close to Jinja town and only 10 mins walk from the Source of the Nile. Guests have the option of dining poolside at the guest house or next door at the very popular 2 Friends Restaurant & Bar. A warm, comfortable and relaxed atmosphere prevails, come as a guest, leave as a friend…. |
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| US$70 pn – Single Room US$85 pn – Double Room US$95 pn – Poolside Single US$110 pn – Poolside Double |
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| Plot 5 Jackson Cres, Jinja | +256 (0)783 160804 |
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| post@2friends.info | www.2friends.info |
Gately on NileThis uniquely renovated grand colonial guesthouse is very well situated on the shores of Lake Victoria in Jinja. Gately on Nile provides an ideal weekend away haven for business travelers and tourists with its unique refurbished grand home offering panoramic views of the lake. 12 exclusive en-suite bedrooms, 4 luxurious garden cottages and 4 comfortable self-contained budget annex rooms are available. |
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| US$130 pn – Main House Double USS$90 pn – Main House Single US$150 pn – Garden Cottage Double US$110 pn – Garden Cottage Single US$70 pn – Annex Double US$50 pn – Annex Single US$ 20 pppn extra – ½ Board US$ 40 pppn extra – Full Board |
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| 34B Kisinja Road, Jinja | +256 (0)772 469638 |
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| gately@utlonline.co.ug | www.gately-on-nile.com |
Kingfisher Safaris ResortSituated on the opposite bank of Jinja town, directly on the shore of Lake Victoria, Kingfisher's thatched cottages surrounding the swimming pool, bar and restaurant make it a pleasant place to stay. The resort has 6 double rooms, 4 family units, 2 suites, 2 twin and 28 single rooms, a large garden, lake access and a childrens playground. |
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| Euro €70 pn – Double Euro €60 pn – Economic Double Euro €45 pn – Single Euro €85 pn – Family Unit Euro €85 pn – Economic Family Unit 2 adults & 2 children under 16 years Euro €95 pn – Suite |
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| West bank of the Nile, Jinja | +256 (0)772 510197 |
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| mail@kingfishersafaris.net | www.kingfishersafaris.net |
Accommodation in the Jinja area
Eden RockOpposite our River Camp at Bujgali Falls, Eden Rock offers a quiet relaxed stay with a choice of dormitories, self contained bandas as well as a camping area. It is popular with long term visitors and offers a reduced rate for stays longer than 1 month. |
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| US$3 pppn – Camping US$6 pppn – Dormitory US$20 – Standard Banda US$45 pn – Large Banda US$5 pn - Banda including breakfast |
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| Bujagali Falls | +256 (0)434 131476 |
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| contact@edenrocknile.com | www.edenrocknile.com |
The HavenThe Haven is a peaceful, relaxed & eco-friendly lodge rated as one of the best accommodation in the Jinja region, overlooking one of the major rafting rapids on the River Nile. The Haven offers spacious accommodation with guaranteed privacy: 4 luxury bungalows, a family bungalow, the honeymooner, mid-range banda’s and camping/lazy camping (equipment provided). |
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| US$95 pppn – Double Bungalow US$125 pppn – Single Bungalow US$115 pppn – Honeymoon Bungalow US$95 pppn – Family Banda US$30 pppn – Child US$65 pppn – Double Banda US$85 pppn – Single Banda |
breakfast including coffee/tea & juice
2-course lunch 3-course dinner drinks not included, except for breakfast
Except mid-range bandas
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| 20kms from Jinja town on the Kayunga Road | +256 (0)702 905959 |
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| thehavenuganda@yahoo.com | www.thehaven-uganda.com |
Hairy Lemon Island CampSituated 35 kms from Jinja town, the Hairy Lemon offers a unique combination of relaxation and adventure. Framed by the rushing waters of the River Nile, the island offers the calm inlet waters of the “beach” or world-class rapids and waves only paddle strokes away. Whether you are seeking to retreat and relax in Uganda's perfect climate or exploit the surrounding white waters, let Hairy Lemon be your Island Home in East Africa! |
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| US$ 16 pppn - Camping US$ 22 pppn 10 Bed Dormitory US$ 25 pppn - 4 Bed Dormitory US$ 35 pppn - Twin Banda US$ 86 pn - Double cottage |
breakfast / lunch / 2-course dinner
drinks not included, except tea & coffee
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| 35kms from Jinja town on the Kayunga Road | +256 (0)752 828338 |
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| hairylemonuganda@gmail.com | www.hairylemonuganda.com |
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Rafting Discount Voucher - NEW !Raft with Nile River Explorers and you will receive a voucher offering 15% off you first nights stay at The Hairy Lemon as well as offers for some other great discounts on activities and accommodation in the Jinja area. |
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Nile PorchAdjacent to Explorers River Camp, Nile Porch offers a single & twin accommodation as well as two family cottages. Ideally positioned individual units have been designed to optimise privacy and allow uninterrupted views of the river and its surroundings. |
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| US$75 pn – Single US$95 pn – Double US$120 pn – Family Unit (2 x A / 3 x C) US$160 pn - Family Unit (6 x A) |
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| Bujagali Falls | +256 (0)782 321541 |
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| relax@nileporch.com | www.nileporch.com |
Rain Forest LodgeLocated in Mabira Forest, Rain Forest Lodge is an up-market, small eco-lodge operated by Geo Lodges Uganda. The Lodge has been built using local, onsite materials to create a stunningly unique atmosphere for visitors to truly appreciate the beauty and magnificence of the Mabira Forest Reserve. Each of the 12 luxurious and spacious cottages is idyllically nestled in its own swathe of primary forest, with windows that provide a 180 degree view. |
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US$175 pppn – Single Room
US$145 pppn – Single Room Children below 5 = free Children between 5-11 years = 50% of adult rates Children over 12 = adult rates |
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| 20kms from Jinja town on the main Kampala - Jinja Road |
+256 (0)414 258273 Kampala HO
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| info@geolodgesafrica.com | www.geolodgesafrica.com |
While we try to keep the above information up-to-date as much as possible we apologise if any information is incorrect
