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Hotel Ruch

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kampala with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Garden
Lunch, dinner and brunch served
Garden
Bar (on property)
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Plot 3 Kintu Road, Kampala, 6219
  • Place, The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Uganda Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Embassy of Sweden
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Desk, free WiFi

Superior Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Garden View | Desk, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Garden View

  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator, Garden View | Desk, free WiFi

Premier Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator, Garden View

  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Located in Nakasero, Hotel Ruch is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Embassy of Belgium and Independence Monument. This 40-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Embassy of France - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Embassy of Sweden - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yujo Izakaya - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Park Square in the Sheraton - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Paradise at Sheraton Kampala Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Slow Boat Resturant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shanghai Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ruch

Hotel in Kampala with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
At Hotel Ruch, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 60 per vehicle roundtrip. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a porter/bellhop, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Desks and free toiletries are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Masala Monk

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Ruch?

Hotel Ruch offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Ruch?

This hotel is situated in Nakasero within a short 12-minute walk of Uganda Golf Course and also 9 minutes on foot from Independence Monument. You'll also find The Acacia Mall and Kabaka's Palace within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Ruch?

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

Does Hotel Ruch have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Ruch doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Ruch?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Ruch good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Ruch?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Ruch have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Ruch serves free full breakfasts at Masala Monk each morning.

Will Hotel Ruch allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Ruch.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Ruch?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Ruch?

The closest major airport to Hotel Ruch is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 26 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Ruch?

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

Reviews

Hotel Ruch Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

THABO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel review

I have had a very pleasant stay at the Ruch hotel. The staff members were very, polite, professional, caring, competent and compassionate and well presented. The hotel facilitated my all transport arrangements both inside outside the city Kampala and naturally I felt very safe when I was exploring the city. I would definitely recommend the Ruch. It's excellent value for the money and it's located in a very safe area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pleasant stay

A friendly and pleasant experience, very conveniently located in the city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Alexandr

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Better than expected
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice friendly hotel.

Friendly, helpful staff. Zam at from desk is exceptional. No noise from road, but in a location close to Garden City & Oasis Mall. Excellent Indian restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well worth a stay.

Friendly hotel with great staff, comfortable rooms and excellent Indian restaurant on site
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked there green garden the shade from trees and the front desk girl zam is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Anthony Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Situated in quiet part of Kampala. Staff always very helpful and friendly. A little disappointed with the food this time though at Indian restaurant. Will stay again though.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service

Good Stay

We enjoyed staying at the Ruch. The staff were some of the friendliest we've ever encountered. When we checked in we were given a nice room, but no AirCon which is necessary, so we asked and were moved to a much small room with AC, which was great. Cleanliness of the bathroom could be improved. Also there was no where in the bathroom to put your toothbrush etc. The restaurant was very good. Wifi worked well all the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Ok for one night-otherwise look elsewhere.

Hotel is very dated, and badly in need of refurbishing. The staff were friendly and helpful. Very hard to find if you are driving, but of course locals (taxi drivers) know exactly where it is. Ask somebody- GPS will take you to a different location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff! Breakfast was basic, but more than adequate with made-to-order dishes available. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Alastair

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It did the job....just

I suppose it is a matter of getting what you pay for... the location is brilliant and it has plenty of space. It functions and the one night stay was fine, but with some repairs, modernisation and rearranging it could be so much better. I like budget hotels, but when I compare Ruch with similar places (price) in Asia, America and Europe it is way lower. The staff were friendly and the bed was comfortable, although the mosquito net was a disaster, and it served our purpose. I would recommend it as I know similar options are limited in central Kampala, but I would just recommend to Ruch to pull up their socks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I did not liked hotel Ruch for two reasons (i) the mattress, the bed sheet and the blanket ( comfort) are all dirty. I remember the day I have forced the staff (male staff at the night shift) to change the comfort three times and finally kept scielent confirming that is what the hotel can offer and (ii) the male staff on the counter are dangerous boys for your stuffs. These boys robbed my friend of his laptop charger and as he asked they said tommorow we will check with staffs during the day n give it back to you to him...they knew that he will leave early in the morning. In the morning when he was rushing not to miss his flight, they just relplied sorry or wait until the daytime staff will come. I myself have asked them to give them a call and they again replied they do not have credit to do so...I then asked them to give us their number n they further reasoned they can't. We angrly looked for the owner/manager but he/she was not there may be cuz of the time we left. We then left without even reporting to the owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very quiet and perfect for a business break. The WiFi was excellent, as was the hotel Indian restaurant. The highlight was the staff, who were all exemplary.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old and not functioning well

Not good. Breakfast doesn’t look good and area not conducive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elio Antonio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BELL'HOTEL. BUON SERVIZIO E PERSONALE GENTILISSIMO!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

benita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Bram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good for Ugandan standards!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

혼자여행 온 사람들이 가장 싼방에서 잠만 자고 나가는 걸로 추천합니다.

침구가 깨끗해 보이지 않았고, 샤워부스도 좁았다. 실내 슬리퍼나 가운 등, 없는 것이 많았다. 객실과 객실사이는 엄청 비좁아 보였고, 복도또한 좁았다. 와이파이는 잘됨. 그나마 직원들은 친절했다.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

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