Jinja Backpackers

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A two-story building with a green roof and a wooden structure with a thatched roof. - Jinja Backpackers (Jinja)

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A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, seating area, and a view of the outdoors. - Jinja Backpackers (Jinja)

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Consider a stay at Jinja Backpackers and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Laundry

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Room options

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Tonight

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Tomorrow

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A cozy interior with a wooden floor, two cushioned chairs, a small wooden stool, and a bed with a white cover.

Comfort Tent

Garden view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and mosquito netting.

Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

Garden view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

A wooden bunk bed room with mosquito netting, a wooden floor, and a small stool.

Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

Garden view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Jinja is home to Jinja Backpackers. Source of the Nile - Speke Monument and Speke Memorial Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Source of the Nile River and Lake Victoria. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails nearby.

38 Kiira Rd, Jinja, Eastern Region

What's nearby

Jinja Temple
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Jinja Central Market
4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Jinja Golf Club
4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Source of the Nile River
5 min drive - 1.2 miles
Bujagali Falls
21 min drive - 7.1 miles

Restaurants

Java House
19 min walk
Nile Village Hotel
9 min walk
Igar Cafe
4 min drive
All Friends Grill Bar & Restaurant
7 min walk
Spot 6
3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 8

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Housekeeping (on request)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
20 on-site accessible parking spaces
Accessible shuttle
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

Banquet hall
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

Slippers

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Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 85.0 per night

Important information

Optional extras

Rollaway bed fee: USD 85.0 per night
Hosted evening meal: USD 8

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

This property accepts cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Jinja Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jinja Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Jinja Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Jinja Backpackers located?

Situated in Jinja, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Jinja Temple, Jinja Central Market, and Jinja Golf Club. Jinja Sailing Club and Source of the Nile - Speke Monument are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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