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A restaurant with hanging plants, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements.
A hotel with a unique facade, multiple floors, and a rooftop bar with outdoor seating.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.
A modern lounge area with a yellow sofa, wooden chairs, and a TV screen.

1. ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Nakasero, 1.5 km from Makerere University
United States
Artak
CA $121
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a fountain, and a second-floor balcony.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

2. Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel
Nakasero, 2.4 km from Makerere University
United States
Rogelio
CA $70
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Koki Hotel
A swimming pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building in the background.
A spacious lobby with high stone pillars, a central fireplace, and a tiled floor.
A modern lobby with a glass elevator, a large wooden door with a decorative metal figure, and a marble floor.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a courtyard with water and plants, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

3. Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala Serena Hotel
Nakasero, 2.7 km from Makerere University
Canada
james
CA $257
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Kampala Serena Hotel
A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.
A hotel lobby with green seating, a bar area, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass wall, and a welcome sign.
A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options including sofas and chairs, a patterned carpet, and pendant lighting.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
Central Kampala, 1.9 km from Makerere University
United States
Keith
CA $162
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
A modern outdoor dining area with a long bench and tables, large windows, and a view of the city.
A restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables and chairs, and a view of the cityscape.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, wooden paneling, and a city view.
A modern bar area with wooden paneling, a central bar counter, and seating.

5. Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
Kololo, 2.4 km from Makerere University
United States
MIKE
CA $257
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
A restaurant interior with a wine rack, hanging lights, and a mural on the wall.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and hanging light fixtures.
A hotel corridor with a sauna access notice, wooden lockers, and a tiled floor.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a large vase.

6. Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites
Central Kampala, 1.5 km from Makerere University
United States
Sonny
CA $131
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Arcadia Suites
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a parking area in the foreground.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned floor.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a cityscape.

7. Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
Nakasero, 2 km from Makerere University
Canada
Russell
CA $238
CA $284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and balconies, a visible sign reading 'SAROVAR PORTICO,' and a view of the surrounding cityscape.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble flooring, and geometric ceiling design.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with fruit, a sofa, and a TV.

8. Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala

Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
Central Kampala, 0.9 km from Makerere University
Hong Kong SAR China
German
CA $140
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
An outdoor cafe with wicker furniture and hanging wicker lamps.
A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with seating.
A restaurant with wooden beams, wicker hanging lights, and a bar area with various bottles.
A cozy room with a blue sofa, a small table, and green chairs.

9. The Explorers Hub

The Explorers Hub
Kololo, 2.9 km from Makerere University
Canada
samsudin
CA $94
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Explorers Hub
A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor swimming pool, and a tower with a conical roof.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple levels, and a view of the outdoor area.
A hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a tower with a red roof.
A spacious room with a curved ceiling, large windows offering a city view, a blue patterned carpet, and a grand piano.

10. Golf Course Hotel

Golf Course Hotel
Kololo, 3 km from Makerere University
United Kingdom
Ayman
CA $164
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Golf Course Hotel
A traditional thatched-roof structure with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and palm trees.
A building with a red brick facade, a thatched-roof structure, and a palm tree in the foreground.
A courtyard with thatched umbrellas, green benches, and a stone wall.
A reception area with a black sofa, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase leading to an outdoor balcony.

11. Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala

Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala
Rubaga, 2.2 km from Makerere University
United Kingdom
Gordon
CA $113
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and planters.
A wooden wall with the sign "YU SHILI HOTEL & RESTAURANT" and a small indoor garden with plants and a water feature.
A room with a wooden cabinet, a beige armchair, a patterned pillow, and a red carpet with a floral design.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative rug, and a window with shutters.

12. Yushili Hotel & Restaurant

Yushili Hotel & Restaurant
Central Kampala, 2.2 km from Makerere University
United States
Mayowa
CA $121
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Yushili Hotel & Restaurant
An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A reception desk with a logo, a vase with red flowers, and a sign for the Galaxy Motel.
A hallway with a potted plant on the left, leading to a bright room with a view of a blue sky and a fence.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

13. Galaxy Motel

Galaxy Motel
Central Kampala, 2.9 km from Makerere University
United States
Caleb
CA $22
CA $26 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Galaxy Motel
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating arrangements, and a television on the wall.
A balcony with a view of a busy street, featuring a modern design with a stone floor and a wooden wall.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a central plant, and a counter area.
A bar area with a counter, stools, a television, a beverage dispenser, and a potted plant.

14. Victoria Mews Hotel

Victoria Mews Hotel
Central Kampala, 2.8 km from Makerere University
United States
Dorian
CA $57
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Victoria Mews Hotel
A restaurant with booths and tables, a patterned column, and hanging lights.
A spacious room with large windows, leather sofas, and a glass table.
A gym with stationary bikes arranged in rows, large windows, and a modern interior design.
A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage, a visible entrance, and a parking area.

15. Russel Hotel

Russel Hotel
Nakasero, 3 km from Makerere University
Australia
Angela Driver -
CA $59
CA $72 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Russel Hotel
A large, circular swimming pool with a central island, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the corner, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and palm trees.
A modern lobby with a central seating area, a large wall art piece, and a water feature.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

16. Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Sheraton Kampala Hotel
Nakasero, 2.6 km from Makerere University
United States
MICHAEL
CA $264
CA $315 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Sheraton Kampala Hotel
A well-lit outdoor dining area with umbrellas and potted plants.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and hanging lights.
A house with a patio, a large terracotta pot, and hanging flower baskets.
A bed with a canopy, two bedside lamps, and a decorative elephant figurine on the nightstand.

17. Villa Kololo Guest House

Villa Kololo Guest House
Central Kampala, 2.2 km from Makerere University
Australia
Martin
CA $142
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Villa Kololo Guest House
Property grounds
Exterior
Garden
Bar (on property)

18. The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa, CityBlue Collection

The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa, CityBlue Collection
Nakasero, 1.8 km from Makerere University
United States
Leslie
CA $122
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa, CityBlue Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel with a modern design, a prominent sign, and a well-lit entrance.
A balcony with a table and two chairs, a view of greenery, and a building in the background.
A gym with weightlifting equipment, a punching bag, and a bench.

19. Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa
Nakasero, 2.2 km from Makerere University
United States
Mothuloe
CA $195
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Fairway Hotel & Spa
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a dresser, and a mirror.
A buffet with various fruits and beverages.
A hotel courtyard with palm trees, potted plants, and a statue.

20. Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala

Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala
Nakasero, 2.2 km from Makerere University
Switzerland
Petr
CA $127
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala
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Compare popular hotels close to Makerere University

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant with hanging plants, exposed brick walls, and a variety of seating arrangements.
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
9.2
Wonderful
140 reviews
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A modern lobby with a marble floor, a vertical garden, and a glass door.
Koki Hotel
8.8
Excellent
102 reviews
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A swimming pool with a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building in the background.
Kampala Serena Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
273 reviews
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A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.
Hilton Garden Inn Kampala
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews
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A modern outdoor dining area with a long bench and tables, large windows, and a view of the city.
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
9.4
Exceptional
74 reviews
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Top Makerere University Hotel Reviews

Koki Hotel

Koki Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staff. Thanks, be back soon"
robert 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Koki Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Kampala

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

10/10 Excellent
"We came from US, me and my husband stayed we stayed at the hotel for almost 11 days, the staff at the hotel were so nice, everything was great. we love it and coming back next year. The food was awesome the setup of the hotel lobby is beautiful and all the stuff that we came across were the best. Thank you Esther. T"
Charles 10-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ONOMO Hotel Kampala
Fairway Hotel & Spa

Fairway Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful"
Mothuloe 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Fairway Hotel & Spa
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala

Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala

8/10 Good
"Overall stay was excellent. I loved the decor, finish and practicality of the space. My only reservation is that they can do better with the food. It’s not up to the standard of the hotel."
Sebastian 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

8/10 Good
"Great place to be on a business trip. Proper amenities, clean, comfortable, very good restaurant on site and strong internet/WiFi. Staff, always polite and friendly."
Russell 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala
Makerere University Guest House

Makerere University Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Good place that is near to the university venues."
Shabani Miraji 3-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Makerere University Guest House
Arcadia Suites

Arcadia Suites

10/10 Excellent
"YES"
Susane 7-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Arcadia Suites

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Makerere University?
Makerere University is located in an area of Kampala that travelers like for its shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 61 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Makerere University?
Adjacent to Makerere University, Makerere University Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include ONOMO Hotel Kampala and Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Makerere University?
Expedia has 61 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Makerere University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makerere University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Makerere University.
What can I see and do near Makerere University?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Uganda National Museum and Ndere Cultural Centre. Learn about local history at Kasubi Tombs and Independence Monument. Create some family memories at Destreet Art Gallery and Wonder World Amusement Park.