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Hillside Plaza Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly 3-star hotel with free WiFi

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An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by tropical plants and a glass enclosure.
A hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a sign for "The Hillside Plaza Hotel."
A hotel room with two armchairs, a small round table, and a wooden wardrobe.
A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.
A breakfast setup with toast, waffles, and a fruit plate on a tray, a coffee pot, and a glass of orange juice on a table by a window.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plot 1A Ntinda Road, Kampala
  • Place, Ndere Cultural Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Acacia Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rubaga Cathedral
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, Hill View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of palm trees.

Deluxe Single Room, Hill View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

Family Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a magazine.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • City view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE MOUNTAIN VIEW

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Naguru stay.Your stay at this Naguru hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Ndere Cultural Centre and Kisementi. The Acacia Mall and Baha'i House of Worship are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ndere Cultural Centre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Makerere University - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taste Budz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mask Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Villa - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Generous Pork Joint - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chillies - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hillside Plaza Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel with free WiFi
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Hillside Plaza Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kampala hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hillside Plaza Hotel offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Free secured extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 9 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100.00 per person (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hillside Plaza Hotel to the airport?

Hillside Plaza Hotel is 31.2 mi (63-min drive) away from the Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Plaza Hotel?

As of Sep 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Plaza Hotel on Oct 5, 2026 start from $104, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hillside Plaza Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Hillside Plaza Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 100.00 per person, roundtrip.

Does Hillside Plaza Hotel offer free breakfast?

Hillside Plaza Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hillside Plaza Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hillside Plaza Hotel?

Check-in begins at 9 AM.

Is there free parking at Hillside Plaza Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking, valet parking, and extended parking.

Does Hillside Plaza Hotel have a pool?

Hillside Plaza Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Hillside Plaza Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hillside Plaza Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hillside Plaza Hotel to downtown Kampala?

Hillside Plaza Hotel is 1.7 mi away from Kampala.

Hillside Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very kind, nice and big room, excellent food in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mr. maple

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and clean hotel.

Breakfast is very good and new cafe space is very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hannet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average

Hotel needs a major upgrade to its finishes.Lounge area is very depressing.Breakfast is average and not up to standard in terms if food freshness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

John Mbah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The online pictures of this property do not reflect the reality on the ground. I will give it a 2/10 rating in terms of facilities.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
En el hotel todo bien, he reservado varias veces el mismo hotel, en mi ultima reserva, ( # de reserva: 9195620697190) me cobraron la reserva por la app y en el hotel me tocó pagar de nuevo, porque dijeron que no recibieron confirmación de hotels.com o expedia, sobre la reserva, quien me reembolsa el doble pago?
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charity

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hannet

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Noorul Hameed

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

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