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The Athena Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of The Acacia Mall

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Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 7 PM, sun loungers
Front of property - evening/night
Interior entrance
Lobby sitting area
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Plot 21 Faraday Road, Kampala

What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Makerere University - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Uganda National Museum - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Thrones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Banana Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Nest Bar and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafesserie - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Athena Hotel

Upscale hotel near The Acacia Mall
Located close to Uganda National Museum, Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site Cambodian cuisine restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and an elevator
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 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

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (from 1 to 17 years old)

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 credit cards and cash

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Athena Hotel Kampala
Athena Kampala
The Athena Hotel Hotel
The Athena Hotel Kampala
The Athena Hotel Hotel Kampala
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–7 PM.

Is Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per person applies.

Where is Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel located?

Located in Bugolobi, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Acacia Mall, Ndere Cultural Centre, and Uganda National Museum. Mulago National Specialized Hospital and Makerere University are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Athena Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The hotel is clean and the rooms immaculately presented and maintained. Staff are courteous and helpful. The location is busy and the roads a little bumpy but overall a nice hotel to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Check in was swift with warm welcome. Everything was perfect. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Warm welcome on arrival.. Check in staff were kind and helpful. Room amenities top notch.. thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Best hotel in Kampala. Fantastic staff, always immediately helpful. Home away from home. Nice rooms, great location but the staff are the highlight - friendly, welcoming, efficient and facilitating.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Nothing really to complain about, great hotel and service. Good location. One thing that could be improved is the breakfast choices - buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Experiencing the epitome of Ugandan hospitality, our stay was elevated by the genuine warmth of the staff, notably Jessie. His unwavering friendliness and attentive service left an indelible mark, ensuring our time there was not just comfortable but truly unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

This was the best visit at any Best Western Hotel. The team makes it such a great experience. From check-in to check-out and in between. I know I will forget someone but starting with Prima and the ladies at front desk, to Charles (during his first week in the job showed more poise and care than anyone I have interacted), to Ms. Grace, Emanuel, Louis, Fred and the Chef who made sure my meals was exactly what I was hoping for. I never had the pleasure of actually talking to the young lady from housekeeping but she showed initiative and care that was unbelievable. The security guards out front and the garage - thank you. To the management - you have a gem of a team.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

I was here with family for a birthday celebration. This team really understands how to take care of a guest right from check in to check out. Everything in the hotel is modern and updated. The room had some nice personal care items for guests. The location was perfect as we were able to have a night out in bugolobi which is buzzing with restaurants, bars and clubs. The breakfast buffet is a large spread of everything you can think of to eat from western items to African items. Thanks to the team we left with great memories and very relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

10/10

4/10

El precio que tiene este hotel es altísimo para lo que realmente es el hotel. Acabados de las habitaciones malas, aire acondicionado con mucho ruido, la música de los pasillos a un nivel alto a las 2am donde parece que estés en una discoteca... Para nada recomendable Experiencia decepcionante.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Great cost/performance ratio. Very friendly and competent staff
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

Very nice hotel. Room was in perfect condition, including the bathroom. All the necessary toiletries were provided as well as hot beverages . Only wish that the room had a fridge . Internet worked perfectly but have to factor that the hotel has minimal occupancy . Will definitely stay here again .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

Its a nice new and maintained hotel. The swiming pool is there but its too small.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019