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Jinja Nile Resort

3.5 star property
Hotel in Jinja with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Exterior
Located near the Nile, Jinja Nile Resort offers a tranquil escape with two restaurants and a poolside bar. Guests can relax at the spa, enjoy two pools, stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and enjoy coffee and tea in the lobby.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Terrace/patio

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, River View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Double Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | View from room

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
P O Box 1553, Jinja, Eastern Region

What's nearby

  • Nile River Explorers - 10 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Jinja Central Market - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Source of the Nile River - 12 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Jinja Golf Club - 13 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Bujagali Falls - 15 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Igar Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪All Friends Grill Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nile Village Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Source Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Jinja Nile Resort

Property highlights
At Jinja Nile Resort, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and massage treatment rooms
  • Outdoor furniture, 3 meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 125 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like furnished balconies and pillow menus.
More amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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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

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 140 (one-way)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Jinja Nile Resort Hotel
Jinja Nile Resort Jinja
Jinja Nile Resort Hotel Jinja

Frequently asked questions

Does Jinja Nile Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–6:30 PM.

Is Jinja Nile Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jinja Nile Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jinja Nile Resort?

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Jinja Nile Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Jinja Nile Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 140 one-way applies.

Where is Jinja Nile Resort located?

Situated in Jinja, this spa hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Nile River Explorers, Jinja Temple, and Bujagali Falls. Jinja Central Market and Jinja Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Jinja Nile Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Neeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Wi-Fi and the food needs improvement. The staff was very helpful. Manish went out of his way to provide us a router for our room. The overall experience was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Samira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and rooms. Breakfast was ok. Good customer service and rooms large
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Derrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Jinja Nile Resort in June 2025 with a team of 30 international humanitarian volunteers. At 6:00 AM one morning, a hotel security guard escorted an intoxicated woman dressed in black lace to our private cabin and persistently knocked on our door for almost 30 minutes. We feared for our safety. The hotel later claimed this was a “mistaken room” and that some guests “request these girls.” Despite multiple requests, we never heard from the General Manager. Only a Food & Beverage Manager responded—offering a mere $40 discount for what was an extremely disturbing and dangerous incident. With 10 of our guests booked through Expedia, this lack of accountability is unacceptable. This property is not safe. The hotel’s handling of the situation was dismissive and alarming. We have formally requested Expedia to investigate what appears to be ongoing illegal activity and disregard for guest safety.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yaye NDAO

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor service. Hotel not clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very well kept property. Very clean, kind staff, good food & breathtaking view. Martha in the dinning room & the front desk lady were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolas

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

Great place for family time out

It was a great stay, best for families.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Amenities
Such a lovely place and so peaceful. Everything was wonderful and the staff are amazing. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Lyndon

Ok view of the Nile. Poor dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

JESS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the River Nile. Pool was closed for renovations and we were not in informed prior. Friendly staff and excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The staff are very friendly and housekeeping was great as well. The restaurant food was great as well as the included breakfast. My only complaint is that the pool area was under renovations. I wish that would have been advised at the time of booking. But, it needed to be done and in a few weeks the pool area will be completly remodled for the summr guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s right at the Neil river, very good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

PAUL

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff are very pleasant but not managed well. I stayed in two rooms due to problems with Wifi and A/C. Housekeeping is inconsistent - either lacking a checklist for each room changeover or the team leader is not checking. Reception says they will do something then forgets; remind them bt they don't call back. I then discovered that the team does not keep a logbook - a basic of hotel front desk management. The phone number of hotel sent with reservation is no longer their phone management did not update the listing. The phone on Google no one picked up during nine calls I made form 8 pm to 10 pm. So many maintenance issues I can't list them here. One example -cracked tiles, big ones, around the swimming pool - a hazard to guest's toes but again shows no management leadership. In its day it was a four start but has sunk to a three star product.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Beyers

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

Bad stay at Nile resort

Dirty room, mattress old, service not good at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Neema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the gardens. The staff was helpful and polite and the food was good . The rooms could use an update though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chef knew what his job is means and he/she did a perfect job
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and breakfast was well diversified and staff was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Wonderful stay at the Jinja Nile Resort

I had a wonderful stay at the Jinja Nile Resort! I thought the food was very good, the place was clean, and the rooms were very nice. I slept great here because it was quiet and the AC worked unlike other places I stayed. The staff here were unbelievably helpful. I had an unexpected emergency and they had to take me to the hospital for an overnight stay and bring me back. They were very caring and helpful. I highly recommend this resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

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

Relaxing stay

Great stay, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in was extremely poor - when our tourist van drove up to the entrance, there was no doorman/valets to greet and help with luggage which had to be dragged down a few steps and a long entry way. Worse yet was the check in staff - a woman working on the computer who did not even acknowledge our presence and kept us waiting about five minutes. She SHOuLD have had the courtesy to say hello and excuse the fact that she had to finish something. Then, the “Nile view room” had a large wide tree in the middle of the view! Tried to change to a better room but was too not offered another less than optimal view so stayed put. What was great was the housekeeping staff and room service. Housekeeping was very helpful, bringing a hair dryer, tissues and extra soaps. Room service was also great creating a custom drink!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good as a ugandan let the cost of residence be user friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing throughout, food, service and building, WiFi was not the best needed to request a router in my room, but if You're only using one device you should have no problems
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Muhanganei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The resort location is super, variety of breakfast as well as excellent customer service by all hotel staff, they are prompt and willing to assist at all times, however the hotel is quite old and management should also invest resources in maintenance to keep up with standards. The bathrooms are really not up to standard and needs serious maintenance. Looking at Jinja and other accommodation around, this resort is the best but more can be done.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

soumitra

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

Business Trip to Jinja

Excellent location and ambience. However the property needs maintenance & up keeping
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

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