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Carpe Diem

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Entebbe with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Economy Double Room (Room 5) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Plot 33, Uringi Crecent, Entebbe, Wakiso District
  • Entebbe Botanical Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Victoria Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ugandan Wildlife Education Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Lake View (Room1)

Double Room, Lake View (Room1) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room, Lake View (Room1)

  • 248 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Double Room (Room 5) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Economy Double Room (Room 5)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Lake View (Room 3)

Double Room, Lake View (Room 3) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room, Lake View (Room 3)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Lake View (Room 2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double or Twin Room, Lake View (Room 2)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room (Room 6) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Economy Double Room (Room 6)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Double Room (Room 4)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Entebbe

Located within a mile (2 km) of Entebbe Golf Club, Carpe Diem is within 2 miles (3 km) of Muzinga Square. This 6-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Entebbe Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Imperial Shopping Mall - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Entebbe Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Victoria Mall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ugandan Wildlife Education Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crane Cafeteria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café Javas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪S&S Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪4 Points Bar and Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Carpe Diem

Guesthouse in Entebbe with free breakfast and airport shuttle service
Carpe Diem features free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, local meal delivery service, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include fans, desks, and wardrobes or closets.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French

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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 free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Carpe Diem Entebbe
Carpe Diem Guesthouse
Carpe Diem Guesthouse Entebbe

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Carpe Diem?

Carpe Diem offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Carpe Diem?

This guesthouse is located in Entebbe, close to Victoria Mall, Entebbe Botanical Garden, and Kitubulu Forest and Beach. You'll also find Lake Victoria and Entebbe Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Carpe Diem?

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

Does Carpe Diem have a casino on the premises?

No, Carpe Diem doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Carpe Diem?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Carpe Diem?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including a meal delivery service and premium bedding in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Carpe Diem?

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

Does Carpe Diem feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Carpe Diem serves free full breakfasts at Restaurant each morning.

Will Carpe Diem allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Carpe Diem though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Carpe Diem?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Where is the closest airport to Carpe Diem?

The closest major airport to Carpe Diem is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 5.1 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Carpe Diem?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Carpe Diem.

Carpe Diem Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Isabel, Saint Cloud

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

One of my favorites.

Great hotel, clean rooms and very nice staff. best is that they are right next to the airport, actually with a great view of lake victoria and the airport and they offer a free ride to and from airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ricardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really loved this hotel. The offered transfer to the airport is a welcomed plus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind caring staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpe Diem is close to the airport, with a nice view and clean accommodations. The staff were friendly and my airport pick-up was smooth. The breakfast was also delicious. A good option when arriving in Entebbe!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a very pleasant stay. My next visit to Uganda will definitely include a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020