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Gemstone Hotel

3.0 star property

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Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kironde Close, off Rubaga Rd, Kampala, Central Region
  • Place, Buganda Parliament
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gaddafi National Mosque
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Rubaga Cathedral
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, white bedding, and a red throw blanket.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Gemstone Hotel is located within a mile (2 km) of Gaddafi National Mosque and Namirembe Cathedral. This 3-star hotel has 24 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Buganda Parliament - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gaddafi National Mosque - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Namirembe Cathedral - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Makerere University - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe'Javas & CityOil - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪G and G restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bon Apetit - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Namayiba Park Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪2K Restaurant - Bakuli - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Gemstone Hotel

At Gemstone Hotel, guests have access to features like laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Fans, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Gemstone Hotel Hotel
Gemstone Hotel Kampala
Gemstone Hotel Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Gemstone Hotel?

Gemstone Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Gemstone Hotel?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gemstone Hotel on Aug 28, 2026 start from $68, 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.

What's there to do near Gemstone Hotel?

This hotel is located in Kampala, a short 17-minute walk from Owino Market and also 19 minutes on foot from Kabaka's Lake. You'll also find Kasubi Tombs and Uganda Golf Course within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Gemstone Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Gemstone Hotel feature a casino?

No, Gemstone Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gemstone Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Gemstone Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Gemstone Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gemstone Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Gemstone Hotel serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Gemstone Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Gemstone Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Gemstone Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Gemstone Hotel?

The closest major airport to Gemstone Hotel is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 28.1 mi away (52 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gemstone Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Gemstone Hotel.