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Kahondo Buffalo Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Kampala with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property - evening/night
Interior
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Lobby

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Plot 1107, Masaka Road, Nalukolongo, Opposite Mapera Bakateyamba, Kampala
  • Place, Rubaga Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Buganda Parliament
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kabaka's Palace
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Single Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Kahondo Buffalo Hotel is located within a mile (2 km) of Kabaka's Lake and Rubaga Cathedral. This hotel has 23 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Rubaga Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kabaka's Lake - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Buganda Parliament - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kabaka's Palace - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe'Javas & CityOil - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sky Beach - Freedom City - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Luwombo Restaurant,Busabala Road. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shiraz Restaurant and lounge Munyonyo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪2K Restaurant - Bakuli - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kahondo Buffalo Hotel

Hotel in Kampala with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Kahondo Buffalo Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 60.00 per vehicle roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have free toiletries and slippers. Ceiling fans, phones, and desks 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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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 60.00 per vehicle (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 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 cash
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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 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 for incidental charges and 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 cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

Kahondo Buffalo Hotel 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's there to see around Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

This hotel is located in Kampala within a short 15-minute walk of Kabaka's Lake. You'll also find Kabaka's Palace and Kasubi Tombs within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

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

Does Kahondo Buffalo Hotel include a casino?

No, Kahondo Buffalo Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and slippers as well as a bar.

Does Kahondo Buffalo Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Kahondo Buffalo Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kahondo Buffalo Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Kahondo Buffalo Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kahondo Buffalo Hotel.

Does Kahondo Buffalo Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

The closest major airport to Kahondo Buffalo Hotel is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 25.8 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Kahondo Buffalo Hotel?

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

Kahondo Buffalo Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and dedicated staff did all they could in frustrating conditions: wifi problems in some rooms, water problems, long time to wait for meals, must use cash to pay for meals, power blackout, no fans, no air con, poor lighting in some rooms

8/10 Good

kenneth

A good value stay

We were very happy we stayed here and would stay again. The staff went out of their way to help us and make us feel we were valued guests. We enjoyed the restaurant as well. (We expect it is better to take the rooms that are further away from the road.)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sven, Morden

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One amazing manager running that place!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022