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Speke Hotel

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A hotel with multiple arched windows and a central entrance labeled "SPIKE HOTEL". - Speke Hotel (Kampala)
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A nightclub, an airport shuttle, and a rooftop terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Speke Hotel. Be sure to enjoy international cuisine and al fresco dining at the 3 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a shopping mall on site and a coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a small wooden bench.

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a vase of flowers, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table with a vase, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, a dining table with chairs, and a fruit bowl on the table.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Kampala, Speke Hotel is in the city center. Uganda Golf Course and Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kabaka's Lake and Lake Victoria. 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including safari tours. Visit our Kampala travel guide
Map
Plot 7 9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, 7036

What's nearby

  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Embassy of France
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Embassy of Sudan
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Embassy of Sweden
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Park Square in the Sheraton
    7 min walk
  • Slow Boat Resturant
    5 min walk
  • Seven Seas Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • cafe bravo
    5 min walk
  • Cafe Bravo
    7 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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Khyber Pass
  • Mammamia Pizzeria
  • Rock Bar
  • Rock Garden Cafe
  • The Piano Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (4,306 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

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: UGX 158000 per room (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Speke Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Speke Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Speke Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Speke Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Speke Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of UGX 158000 per room applies.

Where is Speke Hotel located?

Located in Nakasero, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Independence Monument, The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda, and Embassy of Belgium. Embassy of France and All Saints Cathedral are also within 15 minutes.

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

Speke Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 203 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, cold AC, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Annual trip to Kampala

Have stayed here many times , good location classic property witb excellent food
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For me Speke Hotel was nearly perfect. The location was close enough to the heart of the city but in a very quiet district. The onsite dining and food options were diverse and very entertaining, with a great ambiance. Excellent hospitality, warm, caring and eager without motive, always available and accommodating. Thank you Darshan and staff for making my stay there very memorable. I will see you again my friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful, fast wifi, accessible to everything, good people
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mangharam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is very comfortable in all terms
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Semin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable. Shower facility was good. Asked for a hair blow dryer which they provided. Provided a nice breakfast box as we had to leave very early. I would recommend the Speake hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
On the whole very pleasant. Polite and helpful staff. Except that the girl at reception always tries to give us a room that is cheaper than the one we have booked and paid for. This has happened twice in a row. On thé plus side the manager has contacted us when we had left a bag by mistake and we got it back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The managers are very happy to ensure that guests have a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and i even got a room upgrade
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

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

Great hotel to stay in Kampala

Great place for the price , the staff was amazing. In one of the best parts of town as far as location . I would recommend this hotel if you come to Kampala.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Obaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place. Great location! Good food restaurant on the side. Delicious breakfast buffet every morning!! Friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stephen

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

Overall a pleasant stay

If you stay in the apartments be prepared for a lot of early morning noise from the street
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just love staying there. such a great ambience in the middle of Kampala. Food good, staff great. It has to be experienced. Has car parking and good access for where one need. Just nice to sit even waiting for food and soak up the atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

TEWOLDEBERHAN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Too expensive for the value of the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good central location, apartments/suites are subject to external noises (2 night of loud music!) but otherwise well appointed. Staff are great, meals were lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Good

Had best experience
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very good

very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

Speke staff are like family to us!

The staff is WONDERFUL! (That’s why we continue to come to the Speke) A bag was delayed on arrival, and when it came a couple days later, the staff (Robert!) secured it for over a week until we returned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Per

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Ambiance and price friendly hotel in City Center

The hotel is very reasonably priced to nearby alternatives - and very conveniently located - in Kampala city. The hotel has a nice old ambiance .... some services are a bit run down and the breakfast is of poor quality. The staff is friendly and old school. The hotel doesn't have a gym - but its sister hotels have and you get access to those excellent facilities (a 12-minute drive). .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mustafa

Disliked: Room comfort

Ok ok

It was ok... bed not comfy as expected hotwater was scarce and no water to wash on the commode
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Birthe Loa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Almost no water in tap or shower. Whitney Houston music from early morning to 11pm from the dining area. Run down and shabby
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

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

Standard Apartment at the Speke

I booked a standard apartment for 4 nights, which was bigger than expected but pleasant. It is not in the hotel, but out the bar area and across a parking bay. Not a problem for me, and the autonomy of an apartment makes it worthwhile. The staff was friendly and helpful, the Indian food in the Khyber Pass was probably the best I've had. The kitchen in the apartment was stocked with plates and cookware, stove and fridge worked as well. I would definitely stay at the Speke again and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

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

One of the worst hotels I have stayed in

Initially I booked an apartment-it is not clear from the site that you have to walk across a muddy car park to get there. The apartments are really poor quality. So I upgrade my 2 day stay to a room, which was nicer but still not in the main hotel. I paid USD 15 for this but when I came to check out I had to pay another USD 15. There was no hot water in the room and the shower attachment leaked terribly. I was offered a room change because of the water but a friend who was staying there said he too had no hot water so there seemed little point. The reception staff are uninterested generally. The breakfast is poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024