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Grassroots Cottages & Tours

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Purongo lodge

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Experience the rustic charm of this cozy retreat with a thatched roof ceiling and a window for natural light.
Traditional thatched-roof structure stands against a serene backdrop.
En-suite bathroom features a pedestal sink, toilet, and mirror.
Sit around the round table in this cozy space, surrounded by six comfortable chairs.
Rest in comfort on a four-poster bed with a floral-patterned bedspread and enjoy a quiet moment at a nearby table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Gulu - Arua Rd, Purongo, Northern Region
  • Murchison Falls
  • Murchison Falls National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Pakuba (PAF)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, rollaway beds

Cottage

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Purongo

In Purongo .You'll be 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Murchison Falls National Park with a stay at this Purongo lodge.
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What's nearby

  • Murchison Falls National Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate - 54 min drive - 36.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pakuba (PAF) - 91 min drive

About this property

Grassroots Cottages & Tours

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Purongo lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

Grassroots Cottages & Tours also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Purongo lodge.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 5 per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (from 12 to 18 years old)
  • Pet deposit: USD 5 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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 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 rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grassroots Cottages & Tours to the airport?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours is 43.6 mi (91-min drive) away from the Pakuba (PAF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours have an airport shuttle?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 100 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours offer free breakfast?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours have a pool?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours does not have a pool.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Grassroots Cottages & Tours to downtown Purongo?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours is 1 mi away from Purongo.

Grassroots Cottages & Tours Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice place and nice typical room. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019