Top Hotels in Eastern Region Lodges
Top Things to do in Eastern Region
10 Top-Rated Lodges in Eastern Region
Discover the best Lodges in Eastern Region including Pearl on the Nile Hotel, Jinja BaseCamp, Home of Friends Guesthouse, The Haven, Rafiki Lodge Sipi, Sipi Falls lodge, Tulina Riverside Treat, Lucia Villas Mbale, Visitors Inn, Kanfi Hotel.
Things to do in Eastern Region
1. Pearl on the Nile Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 5 reviews
Situated in close proximity to the Source of the Nile on the river banks, our hotel offers luxury en-suite rooms that offer our guests a delightful choice of Single, Double and Deluxe options. Our excellent restaurant caters for all tastes with an a la carte menu or pre-booked bufets.
Decent
Reviewed By Gerald-GTADecent place to stay. Loved the rooms except the shower. Like the view from the rooms, hotel is also new. Water situation could improve to make this a true 3 star hotel. Excellent customer service from the team. Always willing to help.
2. Jinja BaseCamp
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
We offer budget friendly, bed & breakfast, backpacker or self-contained cottage accommodation situated in a peaceful suburb of Jinja. A delicious breakfast is included in your room price and we offer all residents free Wifi and access to the swimming pool. Our restaurant is open daily from 8am - 6pm and offers freshly made wholesome and delicious meals, with weekly Sunday Brunch specials!
Super Friendly stuff
Reviewed By CharlieBeauFantastic to come back to Jinja and see everything and everyone come back to life post-pandemic! I passed by Basecamp twice last week. One afternoon I dropped by for a chat and a snack: home made tortilla chips plus hummus and guacamole dips ? I stayed one night in one of the Safari tents. Each has two single beds and was warm and comfy. It's a tight squeeze! The bathroom / shower is a shared affair in the main living area. Note: some of the rooming options changed during the pandemic but it remains an extremely good value for money option for budget travelers. Thank you to the super friendly staff. Had a great welcome. I particularly appreciated being shown my tent during one of Jinja's occasional power outages. (Guests are provided with rechargeable lamps) and the compound has good security. The camp seemed to be a hive of activity. A big group of volunteers had arrived from Europe on the day I stayed. It's wonderful to be traveling again!
3. Home of Friends Guesthouse
Overall Ratings
5 based on 86 reviews
Home of Friends is a convenient mid-range accommodation, just outside Kapchorwa Town, located on the flanks of Mount Elgon (2.000m. altitude). With its panoramic views and leisure opportunities, it is a perfect getaway from the hectic city life. The amazing Sipi Falls are located only 20 min. from the Guesthouse. Home of Friends offers delicious and healthy meals, such as pizza, sandwiches, salads and various pastas. Hosts Daan & Eliza are passionate about the cultural and natural beauty of Kapchorwa/Sipi Falls region and organize plenty of activities. The professional massage service gives you ultimate relaxation. Home of Friends has five double rooms + one triple room + one twin room with sizable beds, a good mattress, a toilet and warm (solar) shower. For the budget traveler, we have two twin rooms and one double room with shared bathroom. The Guesthouse is situated at a spacious compound with a secured fence. From the veranda and terrace you enjoy spectacular views over the Karamoja lowlands.
Elgon Exposure Trip
Reviewed By UG_travelguideWe visited Home of Friends Guesthouse in May 2022, near the end of the rainy season. The group I traveled with was well-organized, which made the journey from the capital city of Kampala to Kapchorwa less taxing. For two nights, Daan and his team made us feel at home. From delicious food to quick laundry, friendly staff and waste management in place. It was the ideal base for adventure tourism activities, the highlight of which was my 10-kilometer bike ride in Kapchorwa and honey wine tasting in Tyret. Our guide Joseph led us on an early morning run kapchorwa in the footsteps of champions. The nature walk to the caves and campground made me feel like I was in one of the quietest places on earth, where it is difficult to hear a rooster crowing at dawn. The campfire storytelling as organized helped me to uncover things I didn't know about the Sebei community - that running is a tradition. I recommend Home of Friends Guesthouse for those seeking off-the-beaten path adventure in Uganda, weekend trips from Kampala
4. The Haven
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
The Haven is consistently rated one of Jinja's best lodges / restaurants, with a breath-taking view of rafting at the White Nile's first waterfall. Enjoy our delicious food while watching monkeys, otters and incredible birds. Fish on the River Nile. Go bird watching. Take a motor boat cruise straight from our jetty. Explore the river's beautiful islands by canoe. Ride a mountain bike. Explore local life. Sit by our campfire. Free facilities: volleyball, football, badminton, table tennis, pool table, table tennis, hammock, sandpit, and Jinja's best children's play area. This peaceful river lodge has luxury bandas and bungalows, a honeymoon suite, family bungalows and suite, lazy camping tents and conference facilities. All rooms have (imported) spring-loaded mattresses, USB chargers, European and British power sockets. The Haven also has a swimming pool (residents only) and satellite TV. This eco lodge is solar-powered and has hot water. Our water is from our 18 m deep well and is UV filtered as well!
One of the best spots we stayed at in Uganda
Reviewed By WesWK4Beautiful place clean rooms friendly staff good food. This is a winner of a place. we stayed at many other places but we found this to be the best. the view was amazing especially in the morning with the mist coming off the Nile river.
5. Rafiki Lodge Sipi
Overall Ratings
5 based on 50 reviews
Rafiki Lodge Sipi consists of Cottages, Bandas and Basic accommodations for our guests, each individually designed with a thoughtful perspective view of Sipi Falls. The Lodge located on the cliff, with a view of sipi falls, is home to an incredible number of bird species, best Arabica coffee in the world & magical sunsets. Join us for a beautiful waterfall hike, Bird Watching, Abseiling.....
Beautiful scenery
Reviewed By martinaT8151CNMyself and my wife together with our two little girls hit the road for Kapchorwa on Saturday expecting nothing but an exciting stay in the Eastern part of Uganda and true to our expectation, we enjoyed every bit of our stay at Rafiki Lodge Sipi. The view from the lounge is breathtaking! Despite our family cottage having more that 4 beds, there was still plenty of space for the kids to play about as the weather was rather chilly for them to play outdoors. The staff were very friendly and helpful, meals were always on time and the guides were awesome. Sam and Sharif were always on hand to ensure that we were aware of the attractions in the Sipi area. For us the highlight of our stay was the visit to the Sipi falls and the man made caves, guided by Sharif who took time to give us a glimpse into the history and culture of the locals. In case you are travelling to Sipi, I highly recommend you contact Sharif on +256 703 584617 or Sam on +256 781 827963.
6. Sipi Falls lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
You are paying for the view
Reviewed By Jane EI stayed 2 nights at the Sipi Falls Lodge (which was apparently previously called the Sipi Falls Resort). The view of Sipi Falls is perfect from the grass terrace at the front of the lodge and that is one of the main reasons for coming to this guesthouse. The guesthouse itself is pretty average but the quality of the accommodation is not what it is all about so don't hold your breath. My room was large but a bit minimal. There was a big bed with mosquito net, a strange little annex with sink and unplugged mini-fridge that is probably intended as a kitchen but completely unequipped except for running water, and a large bathroom. The floor in the main room was concrete with tiles in the bathroom. The bedroom also had a couple of cane chairs and coffee table. The bathroom had a geyser that worked well but was switched on from outside the room which is a bit awkward first thing in the morning. There was no shower curtain or enclosure around the shower box but a shower curtain covered the window. The floor of the shower was very slippery but much less so wearing the flip flops provided. There was no closet, just a few pegs on the wall and the wooden deck out front had an unplumbed, conventional bath set in it which was not an issue but pretty weird. The lodge has no internet. The staff were reasonably helpful and I appreciated the hot water bottles provided each night. The restaurant served plain food without much choice but it was fine for a couple of nights. My only real complaint was lack of cheap accommodation for drivers. My driver had to pay full price which was pretty poor considering that they were not full and most lodges provide discounted rooms for Uganda drivers/guides. The Sipi Falls Lodge is a reasonable choice if you want a superlative view of the falls and don't mind average accommodation and services.
7. Tulina Riverside Treat
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Tulina Riverside Treat ; is The Perfect Place for a Treat. Situated at the banks of the Victoria Nile as it flows to Egypt. You can enjoy a scenic view of the water and landscape, the water waves and sounds of the Rapids. It has an extended view of evergreen gardens that are ideal for camping, weddings, company retreats and group parties. It is known for its 35 minutes boating cruise, Jet skii and motorboats rides for water sports funs. It is gifted with Five (5) Double/Single occupancy rooms, One family suite, One shared family room and one twin room. All rooms are self contained.
A perfect place with a perfect lake view
Reviewed By Keeranl2000I went with friends and Tulina was my choice. We were not disappointed. Actually, one of my friends later confessed that she didn't want to leave. Lawrence and the rest of the staff were very welcoming, they took real good care of us. The breakfast was nice and not to forget the campfire and music. We will definitely go back.
8. Lucia Villas Mbale
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Hotel with Bed and Breakfast, in a quiet location, free parking, free wifi, nice exotic garden suitable for ceremonies and social events. The Villas provides double beds to accommodate 2 guests. There are flat screen TV sets and study tables. The Villas is 2.5km from town centre and transport is available by taxi and motorcycle. The Villas serves a rich buffet breakfast. The Villas is good for peaceful rest, accomplish assignments, business persons and tourists. There is a tour guide for guests who wish to visit Sipi Falls, Hikers to Mount Elgon, Tororo Rock. Tourists enroute to eastern and northern Uganda (Soroti, Moroto, Lira, Gulu and Sudan have stayed at the Villlas. The Villas is particularly suitable for business persons and professional coming to do work in Mbale and Eastern Uganda.
Exceeded expectations
Reviewed By beleverThe hotel grounds are picturesque. The staff are wonderful, making a very comfortable environment. The en-suited room was very clean with new, white linen and mosquito net. Hot shower. Flat screen tv. Breakfast was great and dinner can be prepared. There is guarded, gated parking. Wifi average but probably good for Uganda.
9. Visitors Inn
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
Good location and great value
Reviewed By intergalacticsamuraiGreat value for money! Very affordable nice room. Simple and compact, yet clean and with a soft bed (with muskito net) and comfortable warm shower. Room came with a balcony. Location is close to city center, quietly situated just off the main road. I recommend!
10. Kanfi Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4 reviews
Kanfi Hotel Tororo opened its doors to the public on 3rd October 2015. It is located on Plot 3, East Road, Senior Quarters in Tororo town. The location gives you comfort away from the noise, hustle and bustle of the town center. The services offered comprise of accommodation, food, beverages and garden hire. We have ample parking and 24/7 security.
Average is unfair!
Reviewed By good7Having travelled a bit in Uganda, there is always a bit of trepidation when exploring the ‘next’ hotel. What a relief, everything works! The rooms are clean and tidy with an en-suite where again everything works! Joy! The beds are firm and comfortable with mossie nets that work (mine did have one or two small holes - but that really is not unusual). We were here three night with room clean and towel change daily! Each room has a TV but I never cracked how to get a channel! We got hooked on the curries - possibly the best ever. Cooked from scratch- they were superb! The hotel when we stayed was busy - with a truly I international clientele, word must get around! However the hotel is extremely quiet at night! The staff are extremely helpful to the point that you don’t have to ask for your key it is handed to you with a smile, when you get back. So given it is slightly out of town - you will not be able to pop into town, but the plus side is that it is quiet and feels very secure, with 24 hour security. It is above average which really must make it good!!
