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Forest Cottages

3.0 star property

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A bar area with a pool table, leather sofa, and stools.
A cozy, rustic interior with wooden furniture, a television, and a dining area.
A traditional building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.
A wooden cabin surrounded by trees at night.
A rustic building with a sign reading "COTTAGES".

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Plot 17/ 18, Naguru Hill, Old Kira Road, Kampala
  • Place, The Acacia Mall
    â€Ș3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kisementi
    â€Ș3 min drive‬
  • Place, Makerere University
    â€Ș6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    â€Ș48 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a small table with a vase, and a blue patterned rug.

Economy Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 85 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a red pillow, white linens, and a wooden headboard. There is a chair with a leopard print cushion, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two wooden beds, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Economy Room (standard twin)

  • Garden view
  • 130 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden-framed bed with a red pillow, a bedside table with a lantern, and a window with orange curtains.

1 Bedroom Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a fan, and a window with curtains.

2 Bedroom Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Family Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a TV, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Economy Room (standard twin)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Located in Naguru, Forest Cottages is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Ndere Cultural Centre and Kisementi. This 27-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kisementi - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Makerere University - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘKabira Country Club - ‬6 min walk
  • â€ȘThe Villa - ‬6 min walk
  • â€ȘClamato Lounge - ‬13 min walk
  • â€ȘThe Mask Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • â€ȘGenerous Pork Joint - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Forest Cottages

At Forest Cottages, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for UGX 37 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a conference center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a library.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and slippers. Other amenities include ceiling fans, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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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 secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Avocado Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1,800 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Lifeguards
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for UGX 74000.0 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: UGX 37 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: UGX 74000.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is 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.
  • 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, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Forest Cottages
Forest Cottages Hotel
Forest Cottages Hotel Kampala
Forest Cottages Kampala
Forest Cottages Hotel
Forest Cottages Kampala
Forest Cottages Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Forest Cottages?

Forest Cottages provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest Cottages?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Cottages on Aug 26, 2026 start from $57, including 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 within easy reach of Forest Cottages?

This hotel is situated in Naguru, close to The Acacia Mall, Uganda Golf Course, and Kasubi Tombs. You'll also find Ndere Cultural Centre and Uganda National Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Forest Cottages?

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

Does Forest Cottages feature a casino at the property?

No, Forest Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Forest Cottages?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Forest Cottages?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a garden-view restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Forest Cottages?

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

Does Forest Cottages feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Forest Cottages serves breakfast for a surcharge at The Avocado Restaurant.

Will Forest Cottages allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Forest Cottages.

Are there connecting rooms at Forest Cottages?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Forest Cottages?

The closest major airport to Forest Cottages is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Forest Cottages?

Yes, some guestrooms at Forest Cottages offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

Does Forest Cottages have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Forest Cottages if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Forest Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 164 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very efficient
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were small but very cute and clean. The restaurant good was delicious and served in a timely manner. The staff was very helpful and attentive. And finally, the facility is just beautiful. It’s set into the trees at various levels and it feels like a true forest getaway in the middle of the city. We were just there for the night, but peeked into the group use rooms and they all looked lovely. Perfect for travellers or a local!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good stay

Good central location and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rasmus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great and fun place! Party in the night so not for the noise sensitice, but we enjoyed the fun vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was hosting 5 or 6 graduation parties each night. The speeches and music were excessively loud. I received conflicting messages about use of the pool. All in all, I did not feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with beautiful trees, and really nice swimming pool under the trees. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Forest Cottages many times within the past ten. It never disappoints and is an oasis to within the hustle and bustle of the city.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay at the property and treated like family. Love it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice resort for temporary stay. Power isn't reliable and WiFi seldom works for note book computers. Also, the resort charges for everything, including water.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Merlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice area with trees, and a nice swimming pool. Staff very friendly and helpful. Good wifi (most of the time). The only thing was that on some evenings there was a party which was a bit noisy.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mr Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to get away, the property is packed with many activities located on the property, becuase its stationed on a hill it can be quite chilly in the mornings and evening in the room. . A gentle suggestion would be a Split unit or a heater in the rooms to remove the chill, as hard as it is to believe my wife and i got sick đŸ˜« as a result of this, outside of that the place is great! . Would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

GisĂšle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice location in a forest and the staff are great. The food is also good. However, the property needs a major upgrade and renovation. The place has seen much better days and is falling apart. There are also safety issues - stairs in the units that are falling apart, no railings etc. Nevertheless, we were relatively comfortable. Being able to use the Kabira Club facilities is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice property but caters to events

This property is lovely and the staff was great, but this hotel absolutely caters to events. There were loud weddings throughout the day and evening and one night the restaurant was closed due to an event. Hotel guests had to scramble to find a nice place to sit for a meal (and the high tops were not comfortable). Without events, I would stay here again. With events, I would not.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

George

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

Horrible

Construction was going on during the night, a lot of banging of walls that could allow me sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Amenities
The grounds are lovely, a true forest in the city. Over the years my travel companion and I have had three different types of accomodations, a small budget room, a two bedroom suite, and a cottage. They all had advantages and disadvantages, but we agree that the cottage we recently stayed in for four nights was our favorite. It had two patios, two en-suite bedrooms, a living/kitchen/dining room and was surrounded by lush greenery. If steps are a problem, maybe not suitable. The food here is varied and good and the chef accommodating. The included breakfast buffet is really good. We wanted to have a dinner for 18, and the event planner helped us plan a great buffet in the garden. Downside for people with any physical problem is steps. Lots of steps.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Isaac

Disliked: Staff & service
No room service Ordered for food and it never came Couldn’t make myself tea in the room coz there was no tea leaves sugar or even a cup only a kettle
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Country-Side Feel

It’s a very pretty place as a whole. The patio and other common areas were well maintained and the plants made it so welcoming. It didn’t feel like we were in a city. The bedroom was very clean and the bed was comfortable with the addition of the fan to keep the room cool. It also had a small fridge. Something most places I stayed didn’t have. My only issues were the front desk staff didn’t have written down (on a log book) the reservation correctly and it didn’t coincide with what I booked or canceled in Hotels.com. The shower didn’t work. At least I was able to shower from the faucet on the wall, but the knob wouldn’t turn on the shower. There are very many steps, starting from the parking to the rooms. Anyone using a cane or other device may want to rethink staying here. Otherwise, this hotel is worth staying at. The restaurant was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the price

Beautiful property and the simple twin room was mostly very nice, BUT I wouldn’t recommend or stay here again. There were multiple parties both nights I stayed, replete with DJs, thumping bass music, kids popping balloons and it lasted until after 11pm both nights. I had a room between the 2 parties so I got blasted with Christian songs from one side and pop music and a DJ talking on the other side. On the second night my room didn’t have water. I alerted the front desk (Shakira is amazing) and was told that it would be on within 15 mins. Two hours and four trips to the front desk later, I got fed up and showered in the pool house. The manager hid in his office and made the poor desk staff deal with my repeated complaints and questions. Dinner at The Avocado House was good, breakfast was okay. Also, beds were saggy in the centre. I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ebba

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The first thing that happened was that they couldn’t find our booking. It took a long time, and the person at the reception seemed very incompetent. A few days later, we had a problem with rats in the room. It took us an hour to get the same receptionist to believe what we were saying, even though a cleaner came up to the room with us and saw the rat. That night we were given a different room, which was disgusting – very worn-down and dirty. The next day, we were moved again – another downgrade. A tiny room for the two of us, even though we were supposed to stay there for another whole week. We also had daily problems with lizard droppings in the room – it was everywhere. There was also poor hot water in the new room; every other day we had to take ice-cold showers. Worms were falling from the ceiling into the bed. We had to keep our suitcase shut at all times to avoid animals getting in. The Wi-Fi was okay. The pool was constantly full of kids splashing around, and you’d get water all over you, even though the staff told them off. The food at the hotel was good – very large portions, easy to share between two people. Overall, the hotel is in serious need of renovation.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ulrik

Disliked: Amenities
KĂŠmpe fester med larm 12 timer i trĂŠk. VĂŠrelserne run down
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karl-Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HÀrliga dagar med underbar personal. Bra omgivning och nÀra till bekvÀmligheter oavsett om du tar Uber eller Boda-Boda. Dock blev vi tillsagda att man inte fick pussas offentligt, inte personalens fel men genom dem av en annan gÀst. HÀr kunde personalen ha stÄtt pÄ sig eftersom det Àr ett internationellt hotell. Vi var pÄ smekmÄnad men vi kommer gÀrna tillbaka
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Uta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

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

Altid en behagelig oplevelse

Vi vender tilbage til FC gang pÄ gang... vi elsker de hyggelige hytter, maden er god og til trods for beliggenheden midt i byen, fÞles det som en dejlig og afslappende oase at komme til. Og sÄ er personalet bare nogle vidunderlige mennesker, som nÊrmest er blevet venner. Forventer man super luksus, sÄ skal man finde et andet sted, men har man brug for afslapning og hygge i et behageligt og roligt miljÞ, sÄ er FC ideelt. Helt klart yndlingsstedet for os.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nigel

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

Forest Cottages

Das Hotel ist nicht unweit der Stadtzentrum aber der Verkehr am Werktags kann extrem sein. Die Zimmer sind relativ klein aber sauber. Der Wasserdruck der Dusche war schwach aber genĂŒgend. Das Essen im Restaurant war schmackhaft, FrĂŒhstĂŒck war auch nicht schlecht aber es war immer dasselbe Auswahl. Was mich aber tiemlich gestört hat. ist dass das Hotel als Eventzentrum fungieren kann, besonders am Wochenende. Dadurch kann so viel LĂ€rm entstehen, dass ich Ohrenstöpseln im eigenen Zimmer verwenden musste, damit ich keine dauerhafte Gehörschaden erleiden sollte.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
DO NOT STAY HERE. I kept my two suitcases behind the front desk for about 8 hours on the day that I checked out before I took a car to the airport. (They do not have a luggage room.) I had luggage locks on both suitcases. When I returned to pick up my bags, one luggage lock was missing, and the other had been broken off. I had nothing valuable in the suitcases, and nothing (from what I can tell) was taken. I called the hotel management, and they said they asked their employees if they did it. Since all the employees denied breaking into the suitcases, they said it didn't happen. What was otherwise an ok stay was ruined by this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022