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Our top choices for Makerere University hotels

A restaurant with hanging plants, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements.
A hotel with a unique facade, multiple floors, and a rooftop bar with outdoor seating.
A modern lounge area with a yellow sofa, wooden chairs, and a TV screen.
A bartender's station with a wooden counter, glasses, bottles, and a menu stand.

1. ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Nakasero, 1.5 km from Makerere University
United States
Artak
NT$3,179
NT$3,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a fountain, and a second-floor balcony.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

2. Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel
Nakasero, 2.4 km from Makerere University
Sweden
Ncuti
NT$1,569
NT$1,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Koki Hotel
A swimming pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building in the background.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a courtyard with water and plants, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, stone walls, and hanging lights.
A spacious lobby with high stone pillars, a central fireplace, and a tiled floor.

3. Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel
Nakasero, 2.7 km from Makerere University
Canada
james
NT$5,784
NT$6,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Kampala Serena Hotel
A modern outdoor dining area with a long bench and tables, large windows, and a view of the city.
A modern bar area with wooden paneling, a central bar counter, and seating.
A restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables and chairs, and a view of the cityscape.
A modern bar area with a central counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

4. Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
Kololo, 2.4 km from Makerere University
United States
MIKE
NT$5,799
NT$7,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a phone and a lamp, and a large window with a city view.
A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options including sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and pendant lighting.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass wall, and a welcome sign.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
Central Kampala, 1.9 km from Makerere University
United States
Keith
NT$3,618
NT$4,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
An outdoor cafe with wicker furniture and hanging wicker lamps.
A restaurant with wooden beams, wicker hanging lights, and a bar area with various bottles.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden shelf, and a mirror.
A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with seating.

6. The Explorers Hub

The Explorers Hub
Kololo, 2.9 km from Makerere University
Canada
samsudin
NT$1,772
NT$2,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Explorers Hub
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and balconies, a visible sign reading 'SAROVAR PORTICO,' and a view of the surrounding cityscape.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, and geometric ceiling design.
A restaurant with multiple tables, chairs, and a brick wall with decorative plates.

7. Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala

Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
Central Kampala, 0.9 km from Makerere University
Finland
Miguel Nsaka
NT$5,571
NT$6,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
A traditional thatched-roof structure with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and palm trees.
A building with a red brick facade, a thatched-roof structure, and a palm tree in the foreground.
A reception area with a black sofa, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase leading to an outdoor balcony.
A bedroom with a bed, a mosquito net, a door, and a number sign.

8. Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala

Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala
Rubaga, 2.2 km from Makerere University
United Kingdom
Gordon
NT$2,545
NT$3,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in the foreground.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned floor.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a cityscape.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a glass enclosure with lights.

9. Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
Nakasero, 2 km from Makerere University
Canada
Russell
NT$5,903
NT$7,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
A restaurant interior with a wine rack, hanging lights, and a mural on the wall.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette area.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large vase.

10. Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites
Central Kampala, 1.5 km from Makerere University
United States
Sonny
NT$3,364
NT$4,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Arcadia Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV stand, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with stationary bikes, a treadmill, and a mirror wall.
A balcony with a table and two chairs, a view of greenery, and a building in the background.

11. Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa
Nakasero, 2.2 km from Makerere University
United States
Jonathan
NT$3,711
NT$4,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Fairway Hotel & Spa
A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor swimming pool, and a tower with a conical roof.
A spacious room with a curved ceiling, large windows offering a city view, a blue patterned carpet, and a grand piano.
A hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a tower with a red roof.
A covered outdoor dining area with green chairs and tables, surrounded by large windows and lush greenery.

12. Golf Course Hotel

Golf Course Hotel
Kololo, 3 km from Makerere University
United Kingdom
Ayman
NT$3,690
NT$4,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Golf Course Hotel
A well-lit outdoor dining area with umbrellas and potted plants.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and hanging lights.
A bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a decorative elephant figurine on the nightstand.
A well-lit outdoor patio area with stone steps leading to a covered seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and large planters.

13. Villa Kololo Guest House

Villa Kololo Guest House
Central Kampala, 2.2 km from Makerere University
Australia
Martin
NT$3,106
NT$3,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Villa Kololo Guest House
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and planters.
A reception desk with a sign reading "Yuhili Beauty".
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative rug, and a window with shutters.
A room with a wooden cabinet, a beige armchair, a patterned pillow, and a red carpet with a floral design.

14. Yushili Hotel & Restaurant

Yushili Hotel & Restaurant
Central Kampala, 2.2 km from Makerere University
United States
Mayowa
NT$2,825
NT$4,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Yushili Hotel & Restaurant
An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A bar area with a television, bar counter, and seating with tables and chairs.
A reception desk with a logo, a vase with red flowers, and a sign for the Galaxy Motel.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

15. Galaxy Motel

Galaxy Motel
Central Kampala, 2.9 km from Makerere University
United States
Caleb
NT$498
NT$604 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Galaxy Motel
A restaurant with booths and tables, a patterned column, and hanging lights.
A gym with stationary bikes arranged in rows, large windows, and a modern interior design.
A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage, a visible entrance, and a parking area.
A long, well-lit hallway with a tiled floor and a series of doors on one side.

16. Russel Hotel

Russel Hotel
Nakasero, 3 km from Makerere University
Australia
Angela Driver -
NT$1,609
NT$1,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Russel Hotel
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating arrangements, and a television on the wall.
A chef preparing food in a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white tiled walls.
A bar area with a counter, stools, a television, a beverage dispenser, and a potted plant.
A balcony with a view of a busy street, featuring a modern design with a stone floor and a wooden wall.

17. Victoria Mews Hotel

Victoria Mews Hotel
Central Kampala, 2.8 km from Makerere University
United States
Dorian
NT$1,446
NT$1,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Victoria Mews Hotel
A large, circular swimming pool with a central island, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A modern lobby with a central seating area, a large wall art piece, and a water feature.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a lamp.

18. Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Sheraton Kampala Hotel
Nakasero, 2.6 km from Makerere University
United States
MICHAEL
NT$6,245
NT$7,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sheraton Kampala Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A hotel courtyard with palm trees, potted plants, and a statue.
A courtyard with statues, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a dresser, and a mirror.

19. Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala

Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala
Nakasero, 2.2 km from Makerere University
Switzerland
Petr
NT$3,065
NT$3,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala
A balcony with a glass table, a bed with white linens, and a view of greenery.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the cityscape through the window.
A modern lobby with a geometric patterned wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a couch and a small table.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a vase of flowers. There is a dining area in the background with a table and chairs.

20. Speke Apartments Kitante

Speke Apartments Kitante
Central Kampala, 1.4 km from Makerere University
Norway
kristian
NT$2,603
NT$3,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Speke Apartments Kitante
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Compare popular hotels close to Makerere University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant with hanging plants, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements.
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
9.4
Exceptional
134 reviews
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A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.
Koki Hotel
8.8
Excellent
100 reviews
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A swimming pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building in the background.
Kampala Serena Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
273 reviews
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A modern outdoor dining area with a long bench and tables, large windows, and a view of the city.
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
9.4
Exceptional
74 reviews
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A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
9.0
Wonderful
197 reviews
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Top Makerere University Hotel Reviews

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

10/10 Excellent
"I was in Kampala on business and really loved my stay at Onomo. The hotel is beautiful, stylish, and clean. I enjoyed the spa on two separate occasions and appreciated their flexible hours. The food was delicious and the coffee unparalleled. I will always stay at Onomo when I visit Kampala!"
Lila 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala

Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala

8/10 Good
"Overall stay was excellent. I loved the decor, finish and practicality of the space. My only reservation is that they can do better with the food. It’s not up to the standard of the hotel."
Sebastian 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

8/10 Good
"Great place to be on a business trip. Proper amenities, clean, comfortable, very good restaurant on site and strong internet/WiFi. Staff, always polite and friendly."
Russell 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
Makerere University Guest House

Makerere University Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Good place that is near to the university venues."
Shabani Miraji 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Makerere University Guest House
Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites

10/10 Excellent
"YES"
Susane 7-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Arcadia Suites

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Makerere University?
Makerere University is located in an area of Kampala that travelers like for its shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 61 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Makerere University?
Adjacent to Makerere University, Makerere University Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include ONOMO Hotel Kampala and Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Makerere University?
Expedia has 61 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Makerere University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makerere University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Makerere University.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Makerere University?
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What can I see and do near Makerere University?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Uganda National Museum and Ndere Cultural Centre. Learn about local history at Kasubi Tombs and Independence Monument. Create some family memories at Destreet Art Gallery and Wonder World Amusement Park.