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Rates Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Mbale with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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House | Living room | Flat-screen TV
House | In-room dining
House | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Plot 9 Crab Tree, Industrial Division Offices, Mbale, Eastern Region
  • Place, LivingStone International University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sipi Falls
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Sipi Falls
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

House

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Mbale

Located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from LivingStone International University, Rates Motel is within a 15-minute drive of Sipi Falls. This 20-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • LivingStone International University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sipi Falls - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Wanale Cliff - 26 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Sipi Falls - 56 min drive - 37.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken Papa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Endiro Coffee - Mbale - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Arabica - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sarnet Coffee House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Case Del Turista - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rates Motel

Hotel in Mbale with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At Rates Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Electric kettles, fans, and phones are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 per person

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: 11:00 AM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rates Motel?

Rates Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Rates Motel?

This hotel is located in Mbale, close to Mt Elgon Waterfall and Wanale Cliff.

Will I be able to park at Rates Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Rates Motel include a casino?

No, Rates Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rates Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Rates Motel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Rates Motel?

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

Does Rates Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Rates Motel serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Rates Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rates Motel.

Does Rates Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rates Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Rates Motel.

Rates Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
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6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

jack

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022