Arirang Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Kampala with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Property grounds
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine
Birthday party area
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Plot 15A Kyadondo Road, Kampala
  • Uganda Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Makerere University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • The Acacia Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Presidential Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Double Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Located in Nakasero within a short walk of Uganda Golf Course, Arirang Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Makerere University. This 3.5-star hotel has 30 rooms and welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Uganda Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Makerere University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Uganda National Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken Tonight, Wandegeya - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bushpig Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bight of Benin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dna Lounge - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Arirang Hotel

Hotel in Kampala with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
Arirang Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and a meeting room. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 35.00 per person roundtrip. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
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 massages.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean

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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 on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 3 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35.00 per person (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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 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 (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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 3 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Arirang Hotel?

Arirang Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Arirang Hotel?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arirang Hotel on Aug 12, 2025 start from $101.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Arirang Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Nakasero within a short 12-minute walk of Uganda Golf Course and also 20 minutes on foot from Uganda National Museum. You'll also find The Acacia Mall and Kabaka's Palace within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Arirang Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Arirang Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Arirang Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Arirang Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Arirang Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Arirang Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, bathrobes, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Arirang Hotel?

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

Does Arirang Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Arirang Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves free full breakfasts each morning.

Will Arirang Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Arirang Hotel.

Does Arirang Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Arirang Hotel?

The closest major airport to Arirang Hotel is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 29.7 mi away (60 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Arirang Hotel?

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

Arirang Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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

6.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Learn to smile and fix your wifi

The hotel is old. The wifi is just plain horrible. At times it just doesnt work. The restaurant serves good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok, not great.

Fairly average hotel, seemingly catering primarily for Chinese market. Room ok, but not cleaned in the time I stayed (3 nights). Not many facilities in immediate walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel owned by chinese (still have local staff peaking english) The restaurant has good and extremely cheap korean food. Very noisy due to chinese clients... Internet speed couls be better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017