Title: Sambiya River Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sambiya River Lodge Riverside hotel with 24-hour business centre and outdoor pool ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/92d2e5a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/1f085441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/dbd42353.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/b142891b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room service – dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/6612fbf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sambiya River Lodge offers tranquility with gardens and an outdoor pool. Guests can book ecotours or zip line adventures, then enjoy drinks at the bar or meals at the restaurant. Free WiFi in common areas and helpful concierge services are available. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Bar - Breakfast available - Room service - Housekeeping - Laundry £275 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 17 - Oct 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=21320729&PinnedHotelID=21320729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/a6ca7c87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Cabin ### Highlights Patio Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Private bathroom Free bottled water Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Royal Cottage | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21330000/21320800/21320729/75f81fc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Royal Cottage 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Patio Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Blackout curtains 2 bathrooms Free bottled water Printer In-room safe - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaruma-Hotels-Sambiya-River-Lodge.h21320729.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaruma-Hotels-Sambiya-River-Lodge.h21320729.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C2.18049%2C31.69504&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wuOb95vx3EH_nQ202_pALD8FITc=) Sambiya Village, Murchison Falls National Park, Karuma #### What's nearby - Murchison Falls National Park - 24 min drive - 12.4 miles - Murchison Falls - 38 min drive - 10.8 miles #### Getting around - Pakuba (PAF) - 68 min drive ## About this property ### Sambiya River Lodge Hotel by the river A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Sambiya River Lodge. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as ziplining and ecotours, at this hotel. 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 bar and a 24-hour business centre. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a banquet hall - A TV in reception, smoke-free property and wedding services Room features All guest rooms at Sambiya River Lodge have thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities, such as printers and safes. Extra amenities include: - Showers and free toiletries - Patios, a personal chef and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114240000/114237300/114237250/3178fc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entikko Safari Lodge Paraa - Pool - Breakfast included - Kids pool - Parking included 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £364 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=114237250&PinnedHotelID=114237250&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 20 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Ecotours - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas - Ziplining ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park - On a river - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 20 accessible parking spaces - Hand-held showerhead - No lift - Smooth flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa ### More - Banquet hall - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Chef service - Free bottled water - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Ceiling fan - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Iron/ironing board - Laundry detergent - Printer - Safe - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6 PM Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation This property is located in Murchison Falls National Park. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the national park. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Additional fee: USD 40 per person, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 25 for adults and from USD 20 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 accepts credit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Sambiya River Lodge Karuma Sambiya River Karuma Sambiya River Lodge Hotel Sambiya River Lodge Karuma Sambiya River Lodge Hotel Karuma ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sambiya River Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sambiya River Lodge? > As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sambiya River Lodge on 5 Nov 2025 start from £274.57, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karuma-Hotels-Sambiya-River-Lodge.h21320729.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Sambiya River Lodge pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Sambiya River Lodge? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sambiya River Lodge? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sambiya River Lodge? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Does Sambiya River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Sambiya River Lodge located? > Situated on a river, this hotel is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Murchison Falls and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Murchison Falls National Park. Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate is 27.8 mi (44.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sambiya River Lodge Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 7.0/10 Amenities ### 6.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 13 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Once you understand the power schedule everything is fine. Great place. ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lydia 14 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Beautiful grounds if u love nature. Staff available and have good customer care. Overall was a great stay. Highly recommend. ##### Lydia Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald 22 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Customer service is top notch. All staff were very nice. Place is clean, my daughters especially enjoyed the experience of an out side shower. Food was delicious. I will definitely recommend this place and plan to go back. ##### Gerald Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 23 Aug 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities This lodge isn't near the safari area, it's about a 45min drive to get there. The rooms are nice but lacking services, such as no hot water for half the time, smelly towels, not enough towels, etc. The food is good but it's buffet style. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mary 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities There was an incident of theft unfortunately conducted by the staff. After the manager was informed, he took proactive measures to correct the mistakes and restore our lost money. The lodge offered two free meals to compensate, and the staff was fired. Unfortunately, we also had another incident where two bats flew into our room and mosquitos nets, tried calling the reception desk via what’s app but nobody replied for two hours, then the power was out, the internet was cut. We couldn’t go out to the lobby to ask for help due to wild animals active at night, while having a fever in the middle of the night. It wasn’t a pleasant experience. ##### Mary Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 16 Aug 2018 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Non avevano la prenotazione L’hotel non aveva contezza della prenotazione da me effettuata con expedia all’inizio di maggio per agosto, cioè 3 mesi prima. Arrivata nella struttura dopo un lungo viaggio, alla reception sono cascati dalle nuvole! Nessuna prenotazione a suo nome signora!! Hanno detto che expedia non ha mai comunicato loro del mio arrivo! È colpa del sambyia river lodge o di expedia? Ancora oggi non lo so! Certo che d’ora in avanti non potro più fidarmi di expedia! Per fortuna alla struttura avevano posto e dunque la stanza mi è stata data lo stesso, se no non so che fine avrei fatto, nel mezzo di nulla. Per il resto l’hotel è piuttosto “run out” si vede che ha conosciuto tempi migliori, comunque passabile. Personale gentile, buona la cena ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 6 May 2018 #### Midden in Murchison Falls NP mooi Lodge Park. De eigenaresse bleek er niet te zijn waardoor het personeel wat minder hard en enthousiast aan het werk was (voetbal was interessanter dan ons naar onze lodge brengen; ivm veiligheid vanwege wild in het park). Het is absoluut een mooi park op een prachtige locatie (al zit je aan de "verkeerde kant" van de Nijl voor een Safari. Als je het pontje wilt halen dus extra vroeg uit de veren ;-) Eten is er redelijk goed maar wel aan de prijs. Vlak bij de Nijl zit Camping Red Chilli; heerlijk eten voor weinig (zowel lunch als diner). Leuk hip gezellig personeel. Sambiya River Lodge is mooi en goed maar wel heel erg duur! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter 4 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Best value for a wilderness lodge! Blows the similar competition away for price when booked with Expedia. Comfortable and quiet, and great staff. Three complaints, but not deal breakers. The solar showers only provide hot water around midday. Morning showers are cool. The internet only comes on at meal times - and then off the rest of the day and night. Not necessarily a bad thing though. But last week, for the first time the water smelled strongly of iron rust. Probably the solar heater needs to be cleaned. ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Esplanade Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-The-Esplanade-Hotel.h2101757.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fleece Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Halifax-Hotels-The-Fleece-Inn.h4328744.Hotel-Information) > > [Latitude 0 Degrees](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kampala-Hotels-Latitude-0-Degrees.h36624341.Hotel-Information) > > [Demar Residence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zadar-Hotels-Demar-Residence.h31704245.Hotel-Information) > > [Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kabale-Hotels-Lake-Bunyonyi-Rock-Resort.h17955003.Hotel-Information) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Lanzarote](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lanzarote-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d282-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Vatersay Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vatersay-Beach-Hotels.0-l6089031-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Tenerife](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenerife-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6047194-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Kassiopi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kassiopi-Hotels.d6051481.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Papyrus Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Entebbe-Hotels-Papyrus-Guest-House.h35815542.Hotel-Information) > > [Kampala Nile Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeta-Hotels-Kampala-Nile-Resort.h57353273.Hotel-Information) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Banbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banbury-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d4558--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Coral Sea Water World Resort - All inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sharm-El-Sheikh-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Water-World-Resort-All-Inclusive.h11081953.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Hamburg Horner Rennbahn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamburg-Hotels-NH-Hamburg-Horner-Rennbahn.h888921.Hotel-Information) > > [Kingfisher Safaris Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jinja-Hotels-Kingfisher-Safaris-Resort-Hotel.h34478086.Hotel-Information) > > [Mariners Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Villa-Hotels-Mariners-Hotel.h10152628.Hotel-Information) > > [Pakuba Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pakuba-Hotels-Pakuba-Safari-Lodge.h37796831.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Rayanne House Guest Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belfast-Hotels-Rayanne-House.h7848926.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Cambridge (CBG) to Southampton (SOU)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cbg/sou/cambridge-to-southampton) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Carcassonne (CCF)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/ccf/edinburgh-to-carcassonne) > > [Flights from Aberdeen to LON-All Airports](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/abz/lon/aberdeen-to-london) > > [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/yul/birmingham-to-montreal) ### Activities > [Things to do in Agios Georgios Pagon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Agios-Georgios-Pagon.d6321593.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Ashton Court Mansion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Court-Mansion-Bristol.d6084161.Attraction) > > [Cardiff Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Attraction) > > [Lake Como](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Como.d6024900.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [PATH Underground Shopping Mall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/PATH-Underground-Shopping-Mall-Downtown-Toronto.d6200046.Attraction) > > [Alicante Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alicante-Harbour-Alicante-City-Centre.d6067239.Attraction)