Title: Rates Motel 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) # Rates Motel Hotel in Mbale with 24-hour front desk and restaurant ![House | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/61bea561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/1bbc1e72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | Living room | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/1757bf3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/e2078049.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/d957519e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers at Rates Motel receive a warm welcome along with practical amenities like WiFi and an on-site restaurant. The property streamlines the travel experience with convenient services including dry cleaning, expert tour assistance, and time-saving express check-in. 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Room service - Laundry - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 21 - Sept 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 22 - Sept 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=36283661&PinnedHotelID=36283661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/b1559186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Fan Private bathroom Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead Free bottled water Electric kettle Satellite channels - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36290000/36283700/36283661/c49d543a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### House ### Highlights Kitchen Flat-screen TV 3 bedrooms Fan Private bathroom Bathrobes Rainfall showerhead Cookware/dishes/utensils - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMbale-Hotels-Rates-Motel.h36283661.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMbale-Hotels-Rates-Motel.h36283661.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Mbale is home to Rates Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mt Elgon Waterfall and Sipi Falls. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Mbale travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mbale.dx6206481) ![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%7C1.07844%2C34.18101&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BAE-2NFNqIxNK6Ud7Myn61uQJ0E=) Plot 9 Crab Tree, Industrial Division Offices, Mbale, Eastern Region ### What's nearby - LivingStone International University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Sipi Falls - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles - Wanale Cliff - 26 min drive - 9.3 miles - Sipi Falls - 56 min drive - 37.1 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Cosmos - ‬10 min walk - ‪Chicken Papa - ‬8 min walk - ‪Endiro Coffee - Mbale - ‬11 min walk - ‪Sport Club Mbale - ‬19 min walk - ‪Case Del Turista - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Rates Motel Property highlights A terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Rates Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out - Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Rates Motel boast thoughtful touches, such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles, fans and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 per person - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not 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 ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 7 per person 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; cash is not accepted 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 ### Property is also known as Hotel Rates Motel Mbale Rates Motel Mbale Hotel Rates Motel Mbale Mbale Rates Motel Hotel Rates Mbale Rates Hotel Rates Motel Rates Motel Hotel Rates Motel Mbale Rates Motel Mbale Mbale Rates Motel Hotel Rates Mbale Rates Rates Motel Hotel Mbale ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rates Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Rates Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rates Motel? > Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Rates Motel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Rates Motel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Rates Motel located? > Situated in Mbale, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from LivingStone International University and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mt Elgon Waterfall and Sipi Falls. Wanale Cliff is 10.6 mi (17 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rates Motel Reviews 6.0 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) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### jack 21 Aug 2022 Liked: Staff & service The staff were pleasant and helpful. ##### jack Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Kicking Dickey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunmow-Hotels-The-Kicking-Dickey.h11686834.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Guelph](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guelph-Hotels.d8237.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Delhi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Delhi-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d180000-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Carreg Bran Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llanfairpwllgwyngyll-Hotels-Carreg-Bran-Hotel.h29331392.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Holyhead Harbour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holyhead-Harbour-Hotels.0-l6086451-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Barceló Emperatriz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Barcelo-Emperatriz.h54497.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Lake Como](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Lake-Como-Hotels.s50-0-d6024900.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kabale-Hotels-Lake-Bunyonyi-Rock-Resort.h17955003.Hotel-Information) > > [Kampala Nile Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seeta-Hotels-Kampala-Nile-Resort.h57353273.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Torrington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torrington-Hotels.d6084570.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Pakuba Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pakuba-Hotels-Pakuba-Safari-Lodge.h37796831.Hotel-Information) > > [Papyrus Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Entebbe-Hotels-Papyrus-Guest-House.h35815542.Hotel-Information) > > [Kingfisher Safaris Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jinja-Hotels-Kingfisher-Safaris-Resort-Hotel.h34478086.Hotel-Information) > > [Latitude 0 Degrees](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kampala-Hotels-Latitude-0-Degrees.h36624341.Hotel-Information) > > [Tilal Jabal Alkabah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mecca-Hotels-Shaza-Makkah.h22812504.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Southampton (SOU) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sou/dub/southampton-to-dublin) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Gdansk (GDN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/gdn/edinburgh-to-gdansk) > > [Flights from Memphis (MEM) to Boston (BOS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/mem/bos/memphis-to-boston) > > [Flights from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Skiathos (JSI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/jsi/newcastle-to-skiathos) > > [Flights from Elche (ALC) to Palma de Mallorca (PMI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/alc/pmi/alicante-to-palma-de-mallorca) ### Cars > [Car hire in Iceland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Iceland.d79.Car-Hire-Destinations) ### Activities > [Things to do in Aix-en-Provence](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Aix-En-Provence.d601680.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Aitutaki Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aitutaki.d6055270.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Jomtien Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jomtien-Beach-Jomtien.d6056232.Attraction) ### General > [Visit Memmingen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Memmingen.dx6049321) > > [Visit Mdina Old City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mdina-Old-City.dx6338205) > > [Visit Pacific Palisades](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pacific-Palisades.dx142906)