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Philo Leisure Gardens

3.0 star property
Hotel in Bugala Island with free breakfast and free local area shuttle

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Exterior
Superior Double Room, Garden View | View from room
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Garden
Philo Leisure Gardens, set on a golf course, offers made-to-order breakfast, a nightclub, and beautiful gardens. Guests can sunbathe on the tranquil terrace or use the free self-parking and area shuttle to explore nearby attractions. Past guests love the property's amenities.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Cottage, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Cottage, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 236 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Kalangala, Bugala Island

What's nearby

  • Ssese Islands - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kalangala Golf Course - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kalangala Ferry Dock - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kalangala Beach - 7 min drive - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Kibembe Island Pork Joint - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Philo Leisure Gardens

Hotel next to a golf course
Free cooked-to-order breakfast, a nightclub and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Philo Leisure Gardens. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, bike hire and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, barbecues and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Philo Leisure Gardens include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as safes and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; 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 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 26 December and 30 January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Philo Leisure Gardens Hotel Bugala Island
Philo Leisure Gardens Hotel
Philo Leisure Gardens Bugala Island
Philo Leisure Garns Bugala
Philo Leisure Gardens Hotel
Philo Leisure Gardens Bugala Island
Philo Leisure Gardens Hotel Bugala Island

Frequently asked questions

Is Philo Leisure Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Philo Leisure Gardens?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Philo Leisure Gardens?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Philo Leisure Gardens?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Philo Leisure Gardens located?

Situated in Bugala Island, this golf hotel is steps away from Lake Victoria and Ssese Islands. Kalangala Golf Course and Kalangala Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Philo Leisure Gardens Reviews

Reviews

5.0
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Monica Namara

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sara Mirembe

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

Very cute and cosy

The staff welcomed us by the ferry where they came to pick us up. They were warm and nice. The rooms were cute and cosy. Food was made by order. They would always ask if we wanted to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner and asked what time we wanted it to be ready. They were very polite and helpful when we wanted to find out where town was and where we could go for swimming. When leaving the place we had to leave early due to the ferry, where the staff had packed a small breakfast for us to take with us on the ferry. All in all a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018