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Urban by CityBlue, Kampala

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Suite | View from room
Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Twin Room | View from room
Free self parking

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Akii Bua Rd, Kampala, 7096
  • Makerere University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • The Acacia Mall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

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Poolside Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Poolside Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Club Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Club Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Club Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Located in Nakasero, Urban by CityBlue, Kampala is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Makerere University and Embassy of Sudan. This 4.5-star hotel has 16 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Makerere University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Uganda National Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken Tonight, Wandegeya - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kfc Wandegeya - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Café Javas - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bight of Benin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Valhala - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Urban by CityBlue, Kampala

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
Guests staying at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for UGX 175000 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and concierge services. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and plasma TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English

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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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Mamba

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 175000 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

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

Urban CityBlue Kampala Hotel
Urban CityBlue Hotel
Urban CityBlue Kampala
Urban CityBlue
Mamba Point Guesthouse Hotel Kampala
Urban by CityBlue, Kampala Hotel
Urban by CityBlue, Kampala Kampala
Urban by CityBlue, Kampala Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

Urban by CityBlue, Kampala offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

This hotel is situated in Nakasero within a short 17-minute walk of Uganda Golf Course and also 19 minutes on foot from Uganda National Museum. You'll also find The Acacia Mall and Kasubi Tombs within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

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

Does Urban by CityBlue, Kampala feature a casino on the premises?

No, Urban by CityBlue, Kampala doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a poolside restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

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

Does Urban by CityBlue, Kampala feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Urban by CityBlue, Kampala serves free English breakfast at Cafe Mamba each morning.

Does Urban by CityBlue, Kampala allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala.

Are there connecting rooms at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

The closest major airport to Urban by CityBlue, Kampala is Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB), which is 29.7 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Urban by CityBlue, Kampala?

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

Urban by CityBlue, Kampala Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It has a very good ambiance. The rooms are very well done and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Large, clean rooms

Nice, clean, large rooms with big bathrooms. Never saw anyone in the pool! But a great place to relax and eat. Wifi was good. Only problem was the loud music from the poolside area at night until 10pm so if you need to sleep before then and are sensitive to noise, perhaps avoid this hotel
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Margot, Montreal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very good. Internet acceptable. There is NO gym at the hotel despite what is advertised online. Pool is tiny. Location ok but no easy access to shopping, restaurants by foot.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tue

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

Surpricingly cosy hitten gem

Great room, Great food and service. Unfortunately my stay was shadowed by the fact that I lost my phone in the restaurant and nobody could find it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Lynn

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

Nice location, good stay

We had a good two nights at Urban in Kampala. The location was on a quiet street, which was very nice compared to other neighborhoods in the city. The hotel staff replied quickly to emails and arranged a driver to pick us up at the airport. He was more expensive than some other drivers who were recommended to us but the ease of the hotel booking for us was worth it. The restaurant at the hotel was fine for a late dinner and breakfast each day was a nice buffet with eggs cooked to order. The rooms were fine - a little water damage in the bathroom above the shower, but otherwise clean. Appreciated the 4 bottles of water daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
cozy and comfortable Hotel with nice garden and pool view. the breakfast meals could be improved abit with more local dishes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

A great mid-market hotel

A great place to stay. Not much from the outside but rooms surround a lovely internal courtyard. Rooms simple, comfortable and clean. Service always prompt and friendly. Food not at all bad.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always staff make the real difference and the team here have been extremely helpful and cooperative with all our needs. The room is clean, well furnished and a very good size (think I went for the superior). The shower is better than mine at home...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service

Not bad, but could definitely be improved.

The staff at reception are friendly and professional. Unfortunately, when I arrived in my room, the floor was dirty despite my having booked the room in advance. There was a blackout on the second night of my stay and the air conditioning stopped working. They were going to upgrade me to another room, but just as they were asking me to pack to change rooms, the air conditioning began to work again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Sarah, Calgary, Canada

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, enjoyed breakfast by the pool. The pool area needs a little bit of TLC and updating, only two loungers at the pool, but the rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

vinesh

average

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Rodney, Atlanta, GA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We came to check in at around 5pm. They advised us that they gave our room to another person. I informed that this was not proper business they wanted us to go to another room and told us that we would have to pay $30 more I advised them that it was not good business practice for them to do this. They then advised us that they can put us in another room until tomorrow and then told us we will then have to move to the room we paid for on that day when I asked to speak to a manager they advised me that the manager was not there.the next day after breakfast my wife and I was leaving to do our tour. the front desk runs outside to ask us when we would be back after stating to them that we were not sure of the time they advised us that must tell them something because we need to change rooms. This back and forth cnversation resulted in us being late to our tour and causing us to miss out on a lot of time. When we got back to the hotel they told us we need to change rooms because they needed that room for a customer. We ask was our room ready they told us NO and that we have to move our stuff out of the room. I advised them that I need to speak with the district or regionial manager they had the Chef come out to talk to me. Who has nothing to do with the booking of the rooms. Finally after about 45 miniutes they advised me that the room was clean and ready for us to move in. This was my wife and I first visit to Uganda and to this establishment. NO CUSTOMER SERVICE AT ALL!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and set up (around the pool) is cozy and has a great "feel". The location is convenient if you need to be in town. The rooms are great, with big windows and lots of light. The gym equipment was broken when I was there but the area is safe so you can jog outside as well. The restaurant is great with some excellent stone oven pizza.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

good,clean value

the hotel is a good value option in an area surrounded by more expensive hotels.Most hotels in the aera seam to have problems with their tv's and the gym really isn't a gym but a small room with one exercise bike in it and 3 weights. food was nice and staff pleasant .Pool to small n shallow to swim laps in but perfectly adequate for lounging in or letting kids splash around in it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel but breakfast is lacking. Often, individual items are not available. Good location and good security.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Monica

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

Urban oasis

Excellent! My fav place in Kampala
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Andy, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice facilities. Great breakfast. Beds were a little uncomfortable.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

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

Excellent Staff

The staff was very friendly, professional, thorough.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018