What is Kawempe like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Kampala's Kawempe neighbourhood. Are you looking for Kawempe travel tips? Make sure that you visit Baha'i House of Worship and Destreet Art Gallery while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Kawempe?

Based on our traveller data, Mestil Hotels & Residences is one of the top choices for your stay in Kawempe. This aparthotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Palm Gardens and Guest House .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Kawempe?

If you're searching for places to stay in Kampala, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 228 Kawempe hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kawempe, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Kawempe.

What is there to do in this Kampala neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Kawempe are Baha'i House of Worship and Destreet Art Gallery. Ndere Cultural Centre and Kisementi are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kampala.

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Our top choices for Kawempe hotels

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1. SamWeb Bed and Breakfast

Kawempe

David C.

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating and a well-lit courtyard.

2. Palm Gardens and Guest House

Kawempe

Kato

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "ACTUS HOTEL" and a visible entrance gate.

3. Acactus Hotel kampala

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, and a visible staircase.

4. Nyumbani Hotel

Kawempe

junghwan

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone wall.

5. Hotel La Grande

Kawempe

Derek

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor area with grass, trees, and outdoor seating.

6. Sheron Hotel Kampala

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central entrance, and a parking area.

7. Tick Hotel

Kawempe

Peter

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and two chairs. There are bottles on the table.

8. Hotel Jfrigh

Kawempe

SAMUEL

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A parking area with two cars, a brick-paved surface, and surrounding greenery.

9. Jacob's Courts Modern 2BR Apartment in Kampala

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees and a swimming pool.

10. Mestil Hotels & Residences

Kawempe

Amal

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A neatly made bed with two pillows and two rolled towels, a wooden headboard, a wall with three paintings, and two bedside lamps.

11. Kite Motel

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern living room with a green sofa, a smaller armchair, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

12. Jacob's Courts Spotless 2BR Apartment in Kampala

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A building with a paved entrance area, two parked cars, and potted plants.

13. Kabz Hotel

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A multi-level interior with a spiral staircase, metal railings, and a yellow color scheme.

14. SS Hotel

Kawempe

Yokana

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel staff member holding a tray with a bottle and a folded napkin.

15. Avesta Hotel

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern kitchen with a microwave, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a marble countertop.

16. Uptown Homes Kisaasi

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A patio area with a brick wall, wooden chairs, hanging planters, and a view of a green lawn and trees.

17. VALLEY BLOOM HOTEL KYANJA

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

18. LivLuxe Apartments 7

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A living room with a sofa set, a smaller sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a TV, and curtains.

19. Urban Oasis

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A building entrance with a glass door, a wooden wall, and a planter with green plants and red flowers.

20. Crown Jakiba Hotel

Kawempe

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Kawempe

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mestil Hotels & Residences	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 125 reviews	View
Hotel Jfrigh	3.0 star property	7.6 Good 5 reviews	View
Palm Gardens and Guest House	3.0 star property	7.2 Good 9 reviews	View
Makerere University Guest House	3.0 star property	7.2 Good 10 reviews	View
Nyumbani Hotel	3.5 star property	8.0 Very good 3 reviews	View

Where to stay in Kawempe

Find the best Kawempe areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Central Kampala

If you're spending some time in Central Kampala, Uganda Golf Course and Uganda National Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Kololo

While Kololo isn't home to many top sights, Uganda Golf Course and The Acacia Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Ntinda

When in Ntinda, you can plan a visit to Ndere Cultural Centre and The Acacia Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Nakasero

Nakasero might not have many top sights, but Uganda Golf Course and The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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