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Dutchess

2.5 star property
Colonial hotel with 2 restaurants and spa services

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Enjoy a meal on the balcony with a view of the lush landscape and distant buildings.
Relax in a spacious living area with wicker sofas and armchairs, surrounded by large windows and decorative pieces.
Cozy retreat with a canopy bed and ceiling fan, featuring a wooden headboard and a convenient shelf for storage.
Enjoy the serene views from your balcony with a large sliding glass door, featuring a comfortable seating area with wicker chairs.
Stroll through the serene garden, surrounded by vibrant plants and a patio area perfect for outdoor dining or relaxation.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Mugurisi Road 11, Fort Portal, Western Region
  • Lugard Monument
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Fort Portal Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • New Tooro Kingdom Palace
    ‪20 min walk‬

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Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Living area

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Luxury Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Fort Portal

Lugard Monument is a short stroll from Dutchess, and other popular attractions like Fort Portal Golf Course are within a mile (2 km). This 6-room hotel has conveniences like 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lugard Monument - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort Portal Golf Course - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • New Tooro Kingdom Palace - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Kibale National Park - 17 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Lake Nyabikere - 24 min drive - 16.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Africana and Bites - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dutchess - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gardens Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tetas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little rock cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Dutchess

Colonial hotel with 2 restaurants and spa services
Dutchess features free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and coffee in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 150 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Other amenities include ceiling fans, laptop-compatible safes, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: EUR 3 to 7.50 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Dutchess
  • Pizzeria Dutchess

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle tours
  • Golf caddies

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1970
  • Colonial architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 3 to 7.5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
Property Registration Number 1002502722

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Dutchess Hotel Fort Portal
Dutchess Hotel
Dutchess Fort Portal
Dutchess Hotel
Dutchess Fort Portal
Dutchess Hotel Fort Portal

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Dutchess?

This hotel is located in Fort Portal, a short 18-minute walk from Fort Portal Golf Course and also 6 minutes on foot from Lugard Monument. New Tooro Kingdom Palace is also within a driving distance of 1.1 mi.

Is there parking available at Dutchess?

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

Is there a spa available at Dutchess?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

Does Dutchess have a casino at the property?

No, Dutchess doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dutchess?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Dutchess a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at Dutchess?

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

Does Dutchess have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Dutchess has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Dutchess allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does Dutchess have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dutchess?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy garden or courtyard views.

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