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Villa Kololo Guest House

Property class: 3.5

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A well-lit outdoor dining area with umbrellas and potted plants. - Villa Kololo Guest House (Kampala)
A restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and hanging lights. - Villa Kololo Guest House (Kampala)
A well-lit outdoor patio area with stone steps leading to a covered seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and large planters. - Villa Kololo Guest House (Kampala)
A house with a patio, a large terracotta pot, and hanging flower baskets. - Villa Kololo Guest House (Kampala)
A bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a decorative elephant figurine on the nightstand. - Villa Kololo Guest House (Kampala)
Take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Villa Kololo Guest House. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a telephone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a decorative elephant figurine on the nightstand.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kampala, Villa Kololo Guest House is in the city center. Uganda National Museum and Destreet Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Independence Monument and Kasubi Tombs. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Mandela National Stadium, or consider a night out at Speke Resort and Conference Centre. Visit our Kampala travel guide
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42 Windsor Crescent, Kampala, Central Region

What's nearby

  • Uganda Golf Course
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Acacia Mall
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kisementi
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • British High Commission
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Uganda National Museum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fairway Hotel
    11 min walk
  • Café Javas
    14 min walk
  • Bight of Benin
    17 min walk
  • Cafe Javas
    14 min walk
  • Tamarai Thai Restaurant
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

5 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Kololo Guest House 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 Villa Kololo Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Kololo Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Kololo Guest House located?

Located in Central Kampala, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall. British High Commission and Kisementi are also within 1 mi (2 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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Reviews

Villa Kololo Guest House Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a gem. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Super clean room's and great food. Location is very good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, pleasant and welcoming staff. The breakfast was pretty good and made to order.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

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

Comfortable bed; delicious food!

I have stayed here many times and always enjoy my stay. In particular, the bed and pillows are so comfortable. And the restaurant is fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maimouna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hôtel conveniently located near the city center. Perfect for short stays. Staff was very helpful and provided great service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shayne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property for those looking for a nice boutique hotel attached to a amazing Italian restaurant. All the Staff were wonderful! Definitely will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gisselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was nice but the owner’s attention was on point the BEST attention to all guests staying and also dining at the restaurant! I would recommend this hotel if your staying in uganda.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious and a very lovely room with a big bathroom. Charming interior design with a colonial vibe. The hotel is right next to a very good Italian restaurant. The only thing missing is a garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My feedback comes in two parts. A) The restaurant was excellent, serving very good quality meals by efficient and friendly waiters in a very pleasant atmosphere. The prices are a bit above those for top end restaurants in Kampala. B) My room, being billed as a "Deluxe Double" was small as was the bathroom. The furnishing was not "boutique" style. It was not even quiet as the hotel hosts parties and live music fairly often. For breakfast there was no menu, limited choice one had to remember. Overall, in this price class (£ 95 / night) there are hotels giving better value for money, such as the Fairway. I stayed there a few days earlier and had a very large and comfortable room with excellent sleep quality.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Opubo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, comfortable bed, nice hot shower, very helpful staff (special thanks to Joanne), nice green surroundings, nicely decorated restaurant, good breakfast albeit not varied. On to the things that were not so great, the restaurant food is a bit overpriced/over hyped... my lamb shank wasn't fall of the bone and the vegetables were bland, far too many unnecessary small tapestry/rugs on the floor that aren't glued in place and look like they need a clean, lighting inside the bedroom and bathroom were inadequate, it felt like some of the installations in the room were an afterthought that weren't skillfully executed (e.g. the electrical sockets, light fixtures, faucets and shower heads), no room numbers on the room door exterior, one of the rooms in the hotel suffers from noise pollution.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Amenities
Our go to place in Kampala.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ingemar

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

Quiet luxury

Quiet luxury in a curated environment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room with modern touches. Great Wifi. Wonderful restaurant on-site with great Italian/Mediterranean including awesome wood-fired pizza. Located near downtown Kampala, Arcadia Mall, and MUJHU hospital and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is smaller than l thought it would be. The room definitely has some colonial character, but was smaller than expected. The restaurant was nice, but pricey though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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

An excellent option

This is a brilliant option if you want peace, quiet, a little style and great food. The restaurant (Mediterraneo) is one of the best in Kampala so I tried the accommodation as well. Pretty good and very good value. Would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gisselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the guest house on two separate occasions in two separate double rooms. Both rooms were very clean and well appointed. They each had enormous closet space, which was convenient. Hot water and Wi-Fi were reliable. The staff were pleasant and professional. Breakfast was included and was a generous portion of delicious food. The adjacent restaurant has an excellent Italian menu, albeit a bit pricey. This guesthouse is terrific value for the money. It’s in a convenient location, walkable distance to the Acacia Mall area that has plenty of affordable restaurants. The grounds are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Oranges and Lemons

We have stayed at Villa Kololo many times yet recently, the vibe has changed. It used to be a beautiful garden setting - very natural and authentic Italian style restaurant, and well maintained. Now, there are plastic oranges and lemons everywhere, fake flowers, and the real garden is overgrown and not maintained well. We feel the standard is slipping away, which is very sad. It used to be my favourite place to stay in Kampala. The breakfast service was disappointing - servers not very friendly, food very slow and average. Beds are still very comfortable though. If you like plastic oranges and lemons - you’ll love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Not as good as it looks

The villa is located in the bar and party area Kololo which makes it a noisy place at some nights. It has a very good Italian restaurant. It's a one-floor building so that people (workers, gardeners, cooks) were walking during the day in front of my window, looking inside. The staff doesn't show the level of friendliness I'm used from other hotels in Kampala. My overall impression was surprisingly negative.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Joohyun

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing Hotel Experience

I stayed for one night and had to check out at 6:00 AM. I asked the front desk staff if breakfast could be packed to go. She assured me that the meals would be prepared after the restaurant closed that evening. Upon entering the room, I found it smaller than expected. There was no door knob for the room or the restroom, which was quite unusual. Additionally, there was no place to put the soap except on the floor, which was inconvenient. The room's furniture was outdated. The hotel has a restaurant called Mediterraneo. I ordered pasta, but it was disappointing in flavor. The price was disproportionate to the quality. At checkout, I asked the front desk staff if the meals were ready. After checking the refrigerator, he informed me that no meals were prepared. I was deeply disappointed and left the hotel hungry. I left a message for the hotel through the app but received no response after a week. I don’t recommend this hotel and would not return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ihan kiva

Kivalla sijainnilla oleva pieni hotelli. Palvelu aika olematonta. Huoneessa kaikki tarpeellinen ja siisti. Huoneella oma terassi, kiva lisä. Sänky aika kova. Aamupala viereisessä Mediterriano ravintolassa, ihan ok kokonaisuus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrik

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

UGANDA. A REAL PEARL

Myckettrevligt hotell m bra läge. Bra restaurang
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very charming decor and spaces. It felt unique and interesting, and cozy at the same time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mensah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and welcoming. That's perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

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

Comfortable and great value for money

Stayed overnight to not be impacted by the curfew, fast and efficient checkin and quiet and comfortable room, shower was excellent and the whole property is beautiful and inviting! Breakfast could have been a little more interesting given the excellent restaurant on premises, but all in all great value for the price! Convenient location for acacia mall and a lot of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

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

Hidden Gem

A very hidden Gem and Sadiq the gentleman who never stops attending to any one was amazing as well as the bartender who quickly grasped my taste of the old-fashioned and did it perfectly to my taste. Absolute tidiness and great old character at the venue.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021