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Colonial Residence

2.5 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
View from property
Property grounds
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Twin Room

Highlights

Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Triple Room

Highlights

Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Electric kettle
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Ssese View Road Plot 20, Entebbe

What's nearby

  • Entebbe Botanical Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kitubulu Forest and Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sesse Islands - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Entebbe Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ugandan Wildlife Education Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crane Cafeteria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Café Javas - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪S&S Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪4 Points Bar and Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Colonial Residence

Guest house near Entebbe Botanical Garden
Located close to Kitubulu Forest and Beach and Sesse Islands, Colonial Residence provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, free airport pick-up and a terrace. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Colonial Residence boast perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, electric kettles and portable fans

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Colonial Residence Guesthouse Entebbe
Colonial Residence Guesthouse
Colonial Residence Entebbe
Colonial Residence Entebbe
Colonial Residence Guesthouse
Colonial Residence Guesthouse Entebbe

Frequently asked questions

Is Colonial Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Colonial Residence?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Residence?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Colonial Residence?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Colonial Residence provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel.

Where is Colonial Residence located?

Situated in the suburbs, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Entebbe Botanical Garden, Kitubulu Forest and Beach and Sesse Islands. Entebbe Golf Club and Lake Victoria are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Colonial Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

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

Cheryl from Seattle

This guesthouse is a gem - beautiful backyard gardens, very relaxing. Claire- owner was absolutely delightful & extremely accommodating. The guest house is 2-3 minute walk to Lake Victoria. Literally right around the corner. Several excellent restaurants within 5 minute walk - i can recommend garden thai. Delicious.

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

Bird lovers should flock here

Waking up from a quiet night's sleep on a comfortable mattress with spotless sheets and walking out to sit on Claire's veranda to bird watch each morning was the highlight of my day. A hamerkop, bulbuls and mousebirds (among 10+ other types) came to visit while storks, pied kingfishers and even African greys flew by. A monkey on a neighboring roof was seen too. All this nature, yet five minutes walk to the lakeshore lined with restaurants and less than 15 minutes walk to the Carrefour.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing introduction to Uganda (again). Free and convenient transport to the hotel and I would recommend this place to anyone arriving at Entebbe. Claire was gracious and very helpful. I am looking forward to going back there and explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Edochie William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

NO AIRPORT PICKUP

There is no airport collection. As this is probably the only reason you would choose it over anywhere else, best to avoid this place. I hate these liars
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best hospitality. I had a lot of luggage and I couldn't speak English well, but madam helped me the most. And free wifi helps travelers. The garden is large and the sounds of various birds are pleasant. Thank you so much Madam! I was able to travel safely with your cooperation. I recommend Colonial Residence♪
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Selamawit T.

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

Wonderful place to stay in Entebbe

Very nice hostel in Entebbe. Clean, best service, beautiful garden and centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Claire was an incredible host, very warm and welcoming. The house was very comfortable with a kitchen to use, a main living room to hang out in, and a lovely veranda and garden. The location is also really good, at just a few minutes walk from the beach, many restaurants, and the Victoria mall. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The garden is lovely. Lots of birds and home grown avocados for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jens Odgaard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Very friendly host and very nice atmosphere.

I was very satisfied with my stay at the Colonial Residence. My host, Claire, was very helpful with all the things I wanted help with. For example, booking of taxi, tours and show me the directions to different places in the nearby area. The breakfast was homemade and excellent. The atmosphere is very nice and staying here you will feel like home. Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful airport shuttle service that the host contracts. She ensures her guests are taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

C, UK

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

Great Guest House for a peaceful Stay

This is a real gem. Its very colonial. The garden is beautiful and the area is very quiet. Only 2 minutes walk if that to the beach where I had a wonderful Thai meal. Close to the airport and the mall, Claire the host was warm and friendly. I can recommend this guest house and will definitely be staying here on my next trip
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quiet place with wonderful staff.I had a pleasant time there
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018