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Murchison Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Budongo Central Forest Reserve
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Outdoor pool
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Fireplace
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Point of interest

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Suite, Garden View (Mixed)

Highlights

2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Located on the ground floor
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory (Girls/Boys)

Shared Dormitory (Girls/Boys)

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Detached private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
Bobi - Masindi Rd, Masindi, Western Region

What's nearby

  • Budongo Central Forest Reserve - 36 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Mparo Tombs - 47 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - 53 min drive - 52.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Masindi Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pumpkin's Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Talemwa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Travellers' Corner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪New Court View Hotel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Murchison Backpackers

Property highlights
At Murchison Backpackers, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and coffee/tea in reception
  • Luggage storage, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); 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 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Murchison Backpackers - Masindi Masindi
Murchison Backpackers - Masindi Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Murchison Backpackers Masindi
Murchison Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Murchison Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Masindi

Frequently asked questions

Does Murchison Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Murchison Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Murchison Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Murchison Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Murchison Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Murchison Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Murchison Backpackers located?

Situated in Masindi, this hostel is 12 mi (19.3 km) from Budongo Central Forest Reserve and 28.6 mi (46 km) from Murchison Falls National Park.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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