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Brovad Sands Lodge

3.5 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools
Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk
Exterior
Porch
Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Room options

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Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Ssese Islands, Bugala Island

What's nearby

  • Ssese Islands - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Kibembe Island Pork Joint - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Brovad Sands Lodge

Family-friendly hotel by the lake
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Brovad Sands Lodge. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beach massages, and fishing. Indulge in a massage, a body scrub, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Beach House, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like boat tours and ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Motorized watercraft on site, a billiards/pool table, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Brovad Sands Lodge boast perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, childcare services, and heating

Languages

English, French, German, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Beach House

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
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 6:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 53 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 53 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 16 per vehicle (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 53 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 53 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, mobile payments, and cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Brovad Sands Lodge Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Lodge Hotel
Brovad Sands Lodge Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Lodge Hotel Bugala Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Brovad Sands Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Brovad Sands Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brovad Sands Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Brovad Sands Lodge?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Brovad Sands Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Brovad Sands Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 11 AM–11 PM on request. A fee of USD 16 per vehicle applies.

Where is Brovad Sands Lodge located?

Located in Bugala Island, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district, just steps from Lake Victoria and Ssese Islands. Kalangala Beach and Kalangala Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Brovad Sands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 48 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, best meal in 5 years in Uganda Just everything was perfect People are nice, respectful Restaurant is just the best Breakfast could be improved if I had to say anything. Price are reasonable. Just 1 of the best place in Uganda 🇺🇬
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pool and location, staff great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Najjuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about brovad was excellent apart from the food
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy booking, amazing room, friendly service and staff, superb massages at the Spa and overall just a super nice, cozy and relaxing place! I recommend booking the suites, it’s totally worth it! Management is also extremely professional and forthcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was very good and the service was excellent.. would recommend to anyone thinking of booking brovad lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

namara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great vacation .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

annet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer services and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mildred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their customer care and services provided were superb
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henrie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very wonderful staff and well maintained facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on spacious manicured grounds Exceptional luxury villas - larhe with all modcons and fabulous bathrooms. Large variety of good food at buffets Beautiful pool Helpful kind staff Teriffic massage not pricey
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the food, they are very clean and responded to calls from the room promptly. I had my grandchildren and they were very accomodative. They had comfortable roll-in beds. We all had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gateaway. Food was wonderful. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Pertti

Liked: Cleanliness
We do not get food what we want in to menu. Food cooking time was too long. 1,5 hours.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem this one is, set by lake Victoria. I was blown away by the sheer amount of greenery in it’s well tended gardens and then the peace and quiet around this property has to be experienced for one to believe. Although I must point out that Sunday to Thursday will be my choice of days for my next visit as I like it quiet. The weekend Friday and Saturday brings in quite a bit of party people. The room and linen were very clean. The pool was very clean too. The staff were very polite and always available to help whenever needed. Overall I give it 10/10. I will definitely visit again in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dwight

Liked: Cleanliness
Power went out in the night and when it came back on the tv ended up waking me up. As well when ordering through the menu the waitor advised me and my spouse that the buffet was free for those staying at the hotel, only for when I checked out I had a outstanding bill of 80,000. Train your staff better , because of the risk of missing the ferry back to kampala I agreed to pay 55,000 But I still feel ripped off. Will never book here or stay at Brovad even if it was for free .

10/10 Excellent

Marcello

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il giardino è bellissimo e molto ben curato
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lodge confortable avec une belle vue sur le lac

Excellent séjour dans cet endroit très beau installé sur les rives du lac Victoria. Les suites sont installées à proximité du rivage avec une très belle vue depuis les fenêtres et le balcon. Très grande salle de bain avec douche et baignoire. Pour bien profiter du lac, ne ratez pas la petite croisière au coucher du soleil avec musique et ambiance. Concernant les repas misez davantage sur les plats proposés à la carte plutôt que le buffet. Petit bémol, en ce qui concerne l’écoresponsabilité : les serviettes et les savons entamés sont changés tous les jours. Internet n’est pas disponible partout dans les chambres. A noter qu’il existe une navette directe assurée par l’hôtel par bateau rapide, depuis Entebbe
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Birgit

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

It was really amazing! A very wonderful place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Hailu Makonnen

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Lækkert hotel - men med mange insekter!

Vi havde 3 dejlige overnatninger på Brovad Sands Lodge. Der er rigtig mange gode ting at sige om dette sted. Du bliver hentet ved færgen af deres gratis transfer. Personalet på hotellet byder dig herefter virkelig velkommen, når du ankommer. Indretningen er virkelig lækker og smuk - både i lobbyområde, spiseområde, poolområde og værelserne. Vi boede i suiten, og det var virkelig næsten overdådige forhold - stort siddearrangement, stor seng, kæmpe badeværelse med moderne badekar. Udsigten var fænomenal - vi lå første række til vandet og havde det vildeste udkig fra sengen. Maden i restauranten er også rimelig god. Vi følte os generelt godt tilpas! Der er dog også nogle mere negative ting at sige, som også fyldte ret meget. Der er insekter, firben mm. overalt! Har aldrig set så mange i mit liv. Både i restauranten, i udeområderne, på værelserne - og der er ikke myggenet. Vi måtte to gange spørge, om vi kunne låne insektspray og spraye på vores badeværelse og i soveværelset. Derudover, så havde vi tit svært ved at fange en tjener i restauranten for at bestille vores aftensmad (de ville helst have, at man bestilte maden i forvejen til et bestemt tidspunkt). Dette var også lidt irriterende. Slutteligt, så synes jeg, at man fra hotellets side bør nævne, at man som gæst ikke bør bade - eller i hvert fald på eget ansvar - i Lake Victoria, da man især i regntiden har risiko for at få sneglefeber. Dette blev ikke nævnt en eneste gang - vi blev ligefrem opfordret til at tage en dukkert.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kirsten

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023