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Imperial Royale Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kampala with a casino and free breakfast

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Reception hall
Bar (on property)
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Casino
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | View from room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plot 7 Kintu Road, Kampala
  • Place, Uganda Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Makerere University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Acacia Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Single Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Located in Nakasero, Imperial Royale Hotel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Embassy of Belgium and Uganda Golf Course. This 274-room, 4-star hotel has a casino along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Makerere University - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Embassy of the United States - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Yujo Izakaya - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Park Square in the Sheraton - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paradise at Sheraton Kampala Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shanghai Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pizzeria - Speke Resort - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Imperial Royale Hotel

Hotel in Kampala with a casino and free breakfast
At Imperial Royale Hotel, guests enjoy a casino, an outdoor pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 45 per person one way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
24-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries and slippers. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and free newspapers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a health club, and a sauna.

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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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Royale

Things to do

  • 20 gaming tables
  • 50 slot machines
  • Casino
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night

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 45 per person (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Imperial Royale Hotel Kampala
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Imperial Royale Hotel?

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

What can I see near Imperial Royale Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Nakasero within a short 10-minute walk of Uganda Golf Course and also 11 minutes on foot from Independence Monument. You'll also find The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Imperial Royale Hotel?

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

Is there a spa at Imperial Royale Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Imperial Royale Hotel feature a casino?

Yes, Imperial Royale Hotel has a casino and it includes 20 gaming tables and 50 slot machines.

Will I find an indoor pool at Imperial Royale Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Imperial Royale Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Imperial Royale Hotel?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Imperial Royale Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Imperial Royale Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at Royale each morning.

Will Imperial Royale Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Imperial Royale Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Imperial Royale Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Imperial Royale Hotel?

The closest major airport to Imperial Royale Hotel is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 26.1 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Imperial Royale Hotel?

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

Imperial Royale Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 15 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPHINE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPHINE

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

preston

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room furniture..just gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sengabi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Mr

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing stay

Initially we requested an airport pick up the day before we arrived - we sent two emails to the hotel but got no reply and had to make our own arrangements. The check in staff on the desk said ‘sorry’, the request would have gone to another section. When we checked in the hotel was buzzing with conference delegates. The hotel advertised 3 restaurants, but we were only allowed one - the others being used by the delegates. In the evening when the delegates had left, only one of the restaurants was open, with a fairly limited a la carte menu. It became clear that there were very few other guests in the hotel as we saw hardly anyone else in the evenings. Service in the one restaurant was very slow - one lunchtime we ordered just two bowls of soup which took forty minutes to arrive. The hotel is very large and has a pool and spa/gym, which we did not use. It is quite dark, with low lighting and heavy wood features and appears to need a good refresh of decor. Our room on the 8th floor was very large with a reasonably comfortable bed and effective air con. The bathroom was again large and well appointed, but in need of some cosmetic improvements - broken tiles, sinks that barely drain etc. The only bar is in a dingy corner of the open restaurant with no atmosphere or comfortable seating - we kept well away! Most staff did their best to be helpful, especially on the desk. Overall our stay was disappointing and did not live up to the descriptions on their web site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is excellent and Casino is very good. I’d recommend it to my friends
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooms have some funny smell. Largely because it is less used, no guests
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Very basic and not a 4 star hotel

I don’t think the hotel was worth the money they charged for the room. I’m need of serious updating and it smelt a little bit musty. The location was good though and pretty central. I would not class it as a four star hotel. The breakfast choice was very poor. Ended up eating breakfast out of the hotel even though it was included in the room costs. I will look to stay at a different hotel when next I’m in Kampala.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Friendly staff and I felt well looked after

Really liked the hotel. Room was spacious and kept clean and tidy. Staff very friendly and welcoming. All my needs were well catered for and would book again if I go back to Kampala again. The only negative comment is that I felt the lighting in the restaurant area was too dim.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

WARNING -- Hotel double-charged / dodged refund

When we arrived at the hotel, we were told that they could not find our Hotels.com confirmation email that proved that we had already paid for our room even though I was able to find and show them a confirmation email on my smartphone. They told us that they would need to charge my credit card for the full amount and refund it in the morning or we would not be able to stay there that night. Given how late it was when we checked in, we reluctantly agreed having no other option. We were told that we could receive a cash refund in the morning or have the balance refunded to my card. When I met the office manager the next morning, she tried to refund my card but the machine was putting the money back in the card. Contrary to what the man told us the night before, she would not allow us to receive a cash refund. We were told that the bank would issue us a refund within 1 week at the latest. We were very disappointed, but agreed. One week later, the funds had not shown up in my account so I contacted them again. They told us we needed to contact the bank directly for our refund (very unprofessional.) We contacted the bank and discovered that they had never initiated the refund. Now two weeks later, we are still fighting to get our money back and having to file a police report for the case. It has caused us a great deal of stress, ruined our vacation week and amounted in $428 in charges for one night in this terrible hotel. You have been warned!

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is not clean. When you walk into the entrance there is no scent of freshness but something stale. It seems to be too big for the management to maintain it.

8/10 Good

CLIFF, JOHANNESBURG

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

quiet but somber

The hotel is very quiet not for children hotel staff are pleasant and helpful very central and easy to get to meetings within Kampala they were renovating so was a little noisy but I gather only for 3-4 days after I left

8/10 Good

Makoto, Tokyo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ジムのマネージャーが全くやる気がなく、しかも夜9時までなのに8時過ぎに行ったら(午後の早い時間にも使った)一日1人1回までだと嘘を言われて止めさせられた(翌日嘘と発覚)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018