Title: Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6343449&destination=Nkuringo%2C+Western+Region%2C+Uganda&selected=15703074&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge Travelers plan their next adventures from the picturesque garden or sunny terrace at this nature retreat, where tranquility sets the perfect mood ## Photo gallery for Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge ![Free breakfast - Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge (Nkuringo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15703100/15703074/a5456e85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge (Nkuringo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15703100/15703074/f7c39599.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Slippers - Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge (Nkuringo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15703100/15703074/da43e482.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room amenity - Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge (Nkuringo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15703100/15703074/f620991b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge (Nkuringo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15703100/15703074/ef56069b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge offers adventure seekers a natural home. Enjoy breakfast on the sun-filled terrace or relax in the garden. Practical laundry facilities and helpful concierge services ensure travelers can focus on exploring the wilderness. ## Reviews 4.0 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Apr. 8 - Apr. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Apr. 9 - Apr. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr. 10 - Apr. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 17 - Apr. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=15703074&PinnedHotelID=15703074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds 1 bed Showing 11 of 11 rooms ### Standard Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 8 Twin Beds ### Standard Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Beds ### Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Beds ### Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Beds ### Standard Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Beds ### Standard Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Room, 1 Bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Campsite 1 - Sleeps 10 - 3 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - RV/bus/truck parking, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage - Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge include comforts such as free WiFi and room service. ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20810000/20804200/20804140/9f9c908f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rushaga Gorilla Lodge Bugambira - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 21 reviews CA $52 CA $61 total includes taxes & fees Apr 9 - Apr 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=20804140&PinnedHotelID=20804140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101286900/101286882/d7f8c6ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise Eco Hub Itambira Island - 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Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours - Free self parking on site - RV/bus/truck parking on site ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Slippers ### Food and drink - Room service ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 300 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 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 ### Property is also known as Bwindi Backpackers Lodge Kisoro Bwindi Backpackers Kisoro Bwindi Backpackers Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge Nkuringo Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge? ### Does Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Bwindi Hostel/Backpackers Lodge Reviews 4.0 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 2.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Dec 17, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Staff was great but there is no wifi but they will say it's broken do not do the barwa experience fake and stupid ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Dec 17, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities There is no wifi existing but they tell you it is not working just a lie amso no power in your room and no power after 8 pm. No hot water for 3 days u til we complained over and over finally on the last day they had it. Not near the gate of nikorongo you have to hire a car to get there and the gorilla's can't get anywhere near the campsite so that is a lie and the batwa experience is fake and stupid don't pay for it ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Hive Entebbe Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Entebbe-Hotels-The-Hive-Entebbe-Guesthouse.h42534468.Hotel-Information) > - [Global Village Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pakwach-Hotels-Global-Village-Hotel.h42134500.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Santa Maria](https://www.expedia.ca/Arua-Hotels-Hotel-Santa-Maria.h83390775.Hotel-Information) > - [Roots Retreat and Camping Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Entebbe-Hotels-Roots-Retreat-And-Camping-Resort.h17151283.Hotel-Information) > - [Angel Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Angel-Motel.h32712818.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Eliana Kampala](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Hotel-Eliana.h42274690.Hotel-Information) > - [ngirisi hill silverback lodge-bwindi](https://www.expedia.ca/Ngirisi-Hill-Silverback-Lodge-Bwindi.h111313457.Hotel-Information) > - [Katurum Lodge Kidepo ](https://www.expedia.ca/Katurum-Lodge-Kidepo.h102072434.Hotel-Information) > - [Lira Tasha Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Lira-Hotels-Lira-Tasha-Hotel.h37954320.Hotel-Information) > - [Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Entebbe-Hotels-Imperial-Botanical-Beach-Hotel.h4235927.Hotel-Information) > - [Bunyonyi Inn Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Bunyonyi-Inn-Hotel.h33756835.Hotel-Information) > - [Dream Palace Hotel Mbale](https://www.expedia.ca/Mbale-Hotels-Dream-Palace-Hotel-Mbale.h19732383.Hotel-Information) > - [Miika Eco Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Hoima-Hotels-Miika-Eco-Resort-Hotel.h18981254.Hotel-Information) > - [Blue Pearl Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Blue-Pearl-Apartments.h44270137.Hotel-Information) > - [Kabalega Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Masindi-Hotels-Kabalega-Resort.h21110528.Hotel-Information) > - [A'lure Hotel & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Alure-Hotel-Residences.h106098608.Hotel-Information) > - [SamWeb Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-SamWeb-Motel.h46123789.Hotel-Information) > - [Lake George View Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kasese-Hotels-Lake-George-View-Resort.h106254168.Hotel-Information) > - [Sand Grains Residences 005](https://www.expedia.ca/Entebbe-Hotels-Sand-Grains-Residences-005.h109370908.Hotel-Information) > - [Admiral hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Admiral-Hotel.h99794105.Hotel-Information) > - [Tilenga Safari Lodge ](https://www.expedia.ca/Pakwach-Hotels-Tilenga-Safari-Lodge.h100650884.Hotel-Information) > - [Dubai Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adjumani-Hotels-Dubai-Resort-Hotel.h42242839.Hotel-Information) > - [Thames Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Entebbe-Hotels-Thames-Hotel.h7222060.Hotel-Information) > - [GAF Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Nebbi-Hotels-GAF-Apartments.h42134106.Hotel-Information) > - [Golden monkey guest house ](https://www.expedia.ca/Kisoro-Hotels-Golden-Monkey-Guest-House.h91339242.Hotel-Information) > - [Tabebuia Spa and Safari Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Portal-Hotels-Tabebuia-Spa-And-Safari-Resort.h100257279.Hotel-Information) > - [Rosama Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Hotels-Rosama-Guest-House.h23198318.Hotel-Information) > - [Green Garden Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mbale-Hotels-Green-Garden-Hotel.h38517812.Hotel-Information) > - [Bunyonyi Overland Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kabale-Hotels-Bunyonyi-Overland-Resort.h31783884.Hotel-Information)