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Kampala Serena Hotel

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 6 restaurants

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Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
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Indoor wedding
2 bars/lounges, Champagne bar
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Kintu Road, Kampala, 256
  • Place, Uganda Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Makerere University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Acacia Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Club Room

  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite, Garden View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, Garden View

  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kampala

Central Kampala getaway .Within a 15-minute walk of this Nakasero hotel, you'll find Uganda Golf Course and Independence Monument. The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda and Embassy of Belgium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Uganda Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Makerere University - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Embassy of the United States - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yujo Izakaya - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fairway Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Mist - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Park Square in the Sheraton - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Kampala Serena Hotel

Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 6 restaurants
Kampala Serena Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There are 6 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center, 16 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 10290 square feet (956 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Kampala Serena Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 5-star Kampala hotel is smoke free.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 6 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 10290 sq ft of conference space
  • 956 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2003
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Kampala Serena Hotel offers 152 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Kampala hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Serena Maisha Spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Winery release events
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for UGX 150.0 per day.

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: UGX 242750 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: UGX 150.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 61491

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kampala Serena Hotel to the airport?

Kampala Serena Hotel is 26.1 mi (39-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 Kampala Serena Hotel?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kampala Serena Hotel on Nov 16, 2025 start from $157.49, excluding 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 Kampala Serena Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Kampala Serena Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of UGX 242750 per person, one-way.

Does Kampala Serena Hotel offer free breakfast?

Kampala Serena Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kampala Serena Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kampala Serena Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kampala Serena Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Kampala Serena Hotel have a pool?

Kampala Serena Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Kampala Serena Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 6 onsite restaurants, offering options like French cuisine, garden views, and a poolside location.

Does Kampala Serena Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Serena Maisha Spa, where you can enjoy body wraps, body treatments, and body scrubs.

How close is Kampala Serena Hotel to downtown Kampala?

Kampala Serena Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Central Kampala.

Kampala Serena Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 222 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devendra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Decolby

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Serena! The property, amenities, staff and services were all top tier. Whenever we return to Kampala, we will be staying at Serena
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Decolby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to be
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfort, ambiance, staff- amazing! The personalized welcome letter and fruit basket was really appreciated! I hadn’t stayed at the Serena for many years and was happy to see that the good standards has been maintained. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

irene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast isn’t included
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

David K

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milly

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

QUENTIN

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Park like property in nice district. Helpful staff. Buffet dinner was fair- I was sickened, possibly by warm food at the buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Momodou

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kampala Serena never dissapoints. Great service, nice, comfortable and wide rooms and great food served by very friendly professionals.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice building

Clean hotel. Nice pool.Good food $$$ Service is excellent. Don't use hotel's transportation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gulf Glass

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

ADAM

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honest Review of This Hotel I want to share my honest experience at this hotel. From the moment I stepped in, I was met with a strong unpleasant odor in the lobby, which was extremely hot because they don’t turn on the AC. The price was outrageous—$280 per night—which is completely overcharged for what this hotel offers. The power went out, the furniture and facilities are outdated, and it feels like a hotel from the 1970s or 1980s, not 2025. One major issue was mosquitoes in the lobby, likely due to open doors and lack of air conditioning. I stayed for a week and ended up paying over $3,000 USD. On top of that, when I had a guest who wanted to use the swimming pool, the hotel refused, saying I had to pay $29—which they never informed me about in advance. The carpet smelled awful, giving off a haunted house vibe, and the bathroom was old and in serious need of renovation. The worst part? I found a cockroach on the buffet one morning. When I asked a waiter about it, they simply dismissed my concern. Overall, this hotel was dirty, outdated, overpriced, and had terrible service. I would never recommend staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nassim, Zurich

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely upscale property in the city centre of Kampala. It is within a short drive from the town's business centre and nicest international standard restaurants. The hotel itself is very nice, with top notch security, good food and nice rooms. We really enjoyed the Swimming Pool which is well above anything we expected, with its waterfall and greenery.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

beautiful hotel

so comfortable and clean. Shower was wonderful. Plan on coming back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bikramjit

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Business traveler
I had a good experience but the room I got had no reliable access to WiFi . The food is ok and most of the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

FARUK, ISTANBUL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The steam bath too old
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and quiet environment!. Room service is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025