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Athena Hotel Kampala

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool surrounded by a beautifully maintained garden.
Bar (on property)
Experience the warm and inviting atmosphere of our lobby, featuring a sleek ceiling design, polished floors, and lush greenery.
Stunning hotel with a symmetrical facade and beautifully landscaped gardens.
Relax in a spacious room with a comfortable seating area, large flat-screen TV, and a unique chair.
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel offers a tranquil retreat near Uganda National Museum. Unwind at the sauna or steam room, indulge in a massage, and enjoy pool views from the Cambodian cuisine restaurant. With an outdoor pool with sun loungers, free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 322.9 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 322.9 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Plot 21, Farady Road Bugolobi Kampala, Kampala

What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Makerere University - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Uganda National Museum - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Thrones - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Banana Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Nest Bar and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafesserie - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Athena Hotel Kampala

Upscale family-friendly hotel near The Acacia Mall
Located close to Uganda National Museum, Athena Hotel Kampala provides a free breakfast buffet, an airport shuttle, and a free daily manager's reception. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site Cambodian cuisine restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like horseback riding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A safari, tennis courts, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms feature amenities such as free WiFi and safes, in addition to sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, Swahili

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (59 inch wide door)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 20 (one-way), (from 1 to 17 years old)

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Athena Hotel Kampala
Athena Kampala
The Athena Hotel Hotel
The Athena Hotel Kampala
The Athena Hotel Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Does Athena Hotel Kampala have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–7 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Hotel Kampala?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Hotel Kampala on Jul 23, 2025 start from CA $154.59, excluding 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Athena Hotel Kampala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Athena Hotel Kampala?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Athena Hotel Kampala?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Athena Hotel Kampala?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Athena Hotel Kampala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per person applies.

Where is Athena Hotel Kampala located?

Set in Kampala, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Acacia Mall, Ndere Cultural Centre, and Uganda National Museum. Mulago National Specialized Hospital and Makerere University are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Athena Hotel Kampala Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Best hotel in Kampala. Fantastic staff, always immediately helpful. Home away from home. Nice rooms, great location but the staff are the highlight - friendly, welcoming, efficient and facilitating.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Business hotel that is brand new, everything is shiny
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10

Warm welcome on arrival.. Check in staff were kind and helpful. Room amenities top notch.. thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Nothing really to complain about, great hotel and service. Good location. One thing that could be improved is the breakfast choices - buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Experiencing the epitome of Ugandan hospitality, our stay was elevated by the genuine warmth of the staff, notably Jessie. His unwavering friendliness and attentive service left an indelible mark, ensuring our time there was not just comfortable but truly unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This was the best visit at any Best Western Hotel. The team makes it such a great experience. From check-in to check-out and in between. I know I will forget someone but starting with Prima and the ladies at front desk, to Charles (during his first week in the job showed more poise and care than anyone I have interacted), to Ms. Grace, Emanuel, Louis, Fred and the Chef who made sure my meals was exactly what I was hoping for. I never had the pleasure of actually talking to the young lady from housekeeping but she showed initiative and care that was unbelievable. The security guards out front and the garage - thank you. To the management - you have a gem of a team.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

The hotel is clean and the rooms immaculately presented and maintained. Staff are courteous and helpful. The location is busy and the roads a little bumpy but overall a nice hotel to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Check in was swift with warm welcome. Everything was perfect. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

I was here with family for a birthday celebration. This team really understands how to take care of a guest right from check in to check out. Everything in the hotel is modern and updated. The room had some nice personal care items for guests. The location was perfect as we were able to have a night out in bugolobi which is buzzing with restaurants, bars and clubs. The breakfast buffet is a large spread of everything you can think of to eat from western items to African items. Thanks to the team we left with great memories and very relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10

10/10

4/10

El precio que tiene este hotel es altísimo para lo que realmente es el hotel. Acabados de las habitaciones malas, aire acondicionado con mucho ruido, la música de los pasillos a un nivel alto a las 2am donde parece que estés en una discoteca... Para nada recomendable Experiencia decepcionante.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Great cost/performance ratio. Very friendly and competent staff
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022