Title: Grassroots Cottages & Tours - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Grassroots Cottages & Tours Lodge with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Murchison Falls National Park ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31866800/31866778/68b8feeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31866800/31866778/bc4f609e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31866800/31866778/c9483aea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31866800/31866778/cb785ab3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31866800/31866778/d2f15496.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Grassroots Cottages & Tours welcomes visitors with breakfast and a restaurant serving local cuisine near Murchison Falls. 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Other perks at this lodge include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage - Barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free bottled water. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Daily housekeeping and desks ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Family friendly - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 7 buildings - Built in 2017 - Designated smoking areas - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability An early check-in fee will be charged Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 5 per stay ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (from 12 to 18 years old) - Pet deposit: USD 5 per stay - Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per stay - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight - 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 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Grassroots Cottages Tours Lodge Purongo Grassroots Cottages Tours Lodge Grassroots Cottages Tours Purongo Grassroots Cottages Tours Grassroots Cottages & Tours Lodge Grassroots Cottages & Tours Purongo Grassroots Cottages & Tours Lodge Purongo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grassroots Cottages & Tours pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 5 per stay and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per stay. ### How much is parking at Grassroots Cottages & Tours? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Grassroots Cottages & Tours? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– midnight for a fee of USD 10. ### What time is check-out at Grassroots Cottages & Tours? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 100 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Grassroots Cottages & Tours located? > Situated in Purongo, this lodge is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Murchison Falls National Park. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grassroots Cottages & Tours Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 13, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super nice place and nice typical room. 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