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Banda Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge in Masaka with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Relax in a serene pool area surrounded by traditional thatched-roof huts and lounge chairs.
Enjoy a meal al fresco with a view of the surrounding landscape.
Cozy living area with a high ceiling, dining table, sofa, and wall art.
Traditional thatched-roof structures blend seamlessly into lush tropical surroundings.
Traditional hut surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants, blending seamlessly into the natural environment.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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26,BAINES TERRACE, KATWE, MASAKA MUNICIPALITY, Masaka
  • Masaka Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Masaka Regional Referral Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Muteesa I Royal University
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cozy living area with a high ceiling, dining table, sofa, and wall art.

Deluxe Cottage, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cozy retreat with a high ceiling, featuring a plush bed, sofa, and wooden bench.

Double Room, Pool View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a high ceiling, featuring a comfortable bed with a mosquito net and a stylish bedspread.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Pool View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

Cozy room with a bunk bed setup, featuring a wooden table and chairs, a small cabinet, and a potted plant.

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Cozy retreat with a four-poster bed, sofa, and small table.

Basic Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cozy retreat with a wooden bed, sofa, and standing fan, perfect for a restful stay.

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a serene gazebo surrounded by lush trees and a tranquil atmosphere.

Villa

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 King Bed, 8 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Traditional hut with a conical roof, nestled among lush greenery and a stone pathway.

Double Room Single Use, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Cozy retreat with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a comfortable bed.

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room Single Use

Cozy living space with a central bed, sofa, and wicker chair, offering a comfortable retreat.

Basic Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, television, and bookshelf.

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Masaka

Within a short walk of Masaka Golf Course, Banda Lodge is within a mile (2 km) of Masaka Regional Referral Hospital. This 3-star lodge has 12 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Masaka Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Masaka Regional Referral Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Muteesa I Royal University - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Golf Lane Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tabula Byansi Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪New Highway Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Plot 99 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sky line restaurant. - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Banda Lodge

Lodge in Masaka with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Banda Lodge features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 75 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms have free toiletries and slippers. Safes and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

Languages

Danish, 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 buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
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
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 75 per vehicle (one way)

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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 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.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Banda Lodge Masaka
Banda Masaka
Banda Lodge Lodge
Banda Lodge Masaka
Banda Lodge Lodge Masaka

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Banda Lodge?

Banda Lodge offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Banda Lodge?

This lodge is located in Masaka within a short 10-minute walk of Masaka Golf Course.

Is parking available on site at Banda Lodge?

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

Does Banda Lodge include a casino?

No, Banda Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Banda Lodge?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Banda Lodge?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Does Banda Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Banda Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Banda Lodge serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Banda Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Banda Lodge.

Does Banda Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Banda Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Banda Lodge.

Banda Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet place with a nice vieuw from the restaurant up. Staff was very friendly and polite.We liked the Pool.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie, Glenview

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay on our way to our school near the Tanzania border. The staff are attentive to their guests needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ready to receive me on arrival. Patient and helpful staff. Good food. Clean pool. Clean room and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nambooze

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nambooze

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

An upward trajectory

I last stayed here more than 4 years ago and it was okay. Since then they have improved beyond measure. Extensive expansion, a new restaurant and much more professional. It is at the highest end of budget, delivers fantastic value in a good but quiet location and the service was brilliant - especially from Shakira and Angel. If I am ever in the area I would definitely choose Banda Lodge for value, ambience and service. And the Swedish beef/potato/egg thing on the menu is delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Allison

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Would be nice to have a fan for the nighttime but otherwise great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

bo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hopefully this was just an off day. We checked in late. The room is very, very nice, especially the two bedroom. The plug for the TV was not working. The internet was also not working. So we were essentially forced to go to bed. The power was out most of the morning. When we arrived to breakfast all of the food was finished. We waited for them to bring more pancakes and eggs but that was all they brought. None of the other food was replaced, and we only arrived at breakfast at 9 am. It was disappointing that everything we expected from our reservation (cable TV, wifi, breakfast) were missing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

crystal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice relaxing escape in a unique experience. The staff are attentive and friendly. The view from the restaurant is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Banda Lodge. It was quiet and relaxing - just what we needed. Our cottage was very clean and had everything we required. The shower especially was excellent - the best we have ever had in Uganda. Every meal we had did not disappoint - the food was very good indeed. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful and saw to our every need. We would highly recommend staying at Banda Lodge. We stayed 5 nights and were sorry to leave!

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good food and really friendly staff. Comfortable room and quiet at nighttime. All in all a very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine, Anderson

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stella is amazing! The beds are less than wonderful but the swimming pool is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the go-to place to stay in Masaka! Banda Lodge was a perfect respite after a week in what I call the 'hard bush' working at a rural clinic. I stayed in one of the rooms that isn't 'self-contained' but that is a tiny distinction& a good bargain. The sparkling clean toilets and showers were right next door. The staff was great, the food very good (though a bit limited as to be expected in a small hotel) and the accommodations very reasonably priced. The view and quieter location is exceptional. Wish I'd stayed longer and had had time to use the wonderful pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

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

Easy and Pleasant

Clean room with 4 beds! Only thing was tv/wifi wasn’t working great. But enjoyed our stay, and swimming and the service was so great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Jonathan, Spain

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

Great value, great service, exceptional food.

I really liked this property and would definitely stay again. It´s relatively basic and located away from anything else but that makes it fairly quiet and very peaceful. The staff are excellent and the food was exceptional which I didn´t expect. Good value, great service and surprisingly good food. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

Good break on a journey from/to Entebbe

Perfect for the first or last couple of nights in Uganda - about three hours' drive from Entebbe. Entebbe-Kampala Expressway is open, and has very little traffic. Quality rooms and good food at bargain prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the look of it and the location. It's beautiful and the staff is wonderful! I didn't like that cars had to beep to have the gate opened.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Excellent

Stylishly designed and very well equipped lodges with indoor relaxation space and kitchen. Excellent breakfast in outdoor communal area. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastisk sted. Kan kun varmt anbefales.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

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

Skøn banda

Det var skønt at bo i en stor banda med megen plads. Høj til loftet, så der ikke er så varmt
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025