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Athena Hotel Kampala

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Located close to The Acacia Mall and Uganda National Museum, Athena Hotel Kampala provides an airport shuttle, a free daily manager's reception, and shopping on site. Tee up with amenities like a driving range at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like horseback riding. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, desk, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a water bottle on the desk.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a round table, and two armchairs.

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, desk, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Deluxe Room, Safety Box, Satellite Television, Wi-Fi, Air-Conditioned

A white robe hanging on a wooden door.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Deluxe Room, Safety Box, Satellite Television, Wi-Fi, Air-Conditioned

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Executive King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bugolobi, a neighborhood in Kampala, is home to Athena Hotel Kampala. Ndere Cultural Centre and Uganda National Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit The Acacia Mall. Makerere University and Buganda Parliament are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kampala travel guide
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Plot 21, Farady Road Bugolobi Kampala, Kampala

What's nearby

  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
    6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Kibuli Mosque
    6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course
    6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • The Acacia Mall
    7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Makerere University
    7 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB)
    77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thrones
    7 min walk
  • 1420
    9 min walk
  • Krug
    8 min walk
  • Alchemist
    6 min walk
  • Caliente Lounge
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • 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)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • 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 (59 inch wide door)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 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
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • 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 11:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Athena Hotel Kampala have a pool?

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

Is Athena Hotel Kampala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Athena Hotel Kampala?

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 Athena Hotel Kampala?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Athena Hotel Kampala provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is Athena Hotel Kampala located?

Set in Kampala, this family-friendly 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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Reviews

Athena Hotel Kampala Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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Super friendly staff, best service and food. Can't thank this hotel enough.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ali

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I had a wonderful stay at Athena Hotel in Kampala. The room was exceptionally spacious, spotlessly clean, and equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. It truly has the charm and quality of a boutique hotel. What stood out the most was the warm hospitality of the staff. Everyone was welcoming, professional, and always attentive to the smallest details, making me feel genuinely valued as a guest. The breakfast was another highlight, offering an excellent variety of fresh and delicious options, with great attention to presentation and service. Having stayed at two different hotels in Kampala, I can confidently say that Athena Hotel was by far the better experience. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Kampala, whether for business or leisure.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

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All rooms are well taken care of for my stay. The staff was excellent. The food was delicious and everyone in the restaurant was extremely proficient
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

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The breakfast was fresh. The staff were fantastic and very responsive and friendly. The rooms were clean and fresh and modern
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

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Friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Okunade

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Staff was accommodating and responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geffry

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Check in was swift with warm welcome. Everything was perfect. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eyitayo

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Geffry

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Warm welcome on arrival.. Check in staff were kind and helpful. Room amenities top notch.. thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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Delicious Food. Great Service. Clean!

Lovely hotel. Very clean. Excellent service. Staff really helped us out with a few things. Free baby cot which was very comfortable. Room was very clean. Lots of water bottles. My only problem was no shampoo… a minor detail though. Food was delicious. The buffet breakfast had dishes that were different - not the same every day which was great. And for bacon lovers…. they have bacon cooked perfectly!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Best Best Western Experience Ever!

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ivan

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Great place, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Veronica

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The staff really need an extreme awakening
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John Waugh

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Incredible staff. Wonderful service. Great food. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

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Oh yes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business hotel that is brand new, everything is shiny
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

I recommend

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Twesigye Jackson

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It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JENS

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+
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Pascal

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Belle hôtel, tres propre, personnels courtois et attentionés
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Flavio

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Colazione ottima
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025