Hotel Africana stands on one of Kampala’s seven hills, enjoying stunning views over Kampala and Lake Victoria. Surrounded by gardens, it features a charming lobby leading to outdoor coffee terraces overlooking the large swimming pool. Built in 1967, Hotel Africana offers 233 rooms, conference facilities, a selection of dining and bar options, shopping malls, a health club and golfing facilities. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, shuttle bus services, WiFi throughout, health club, car hire, and hair and beauty salon.

Location 

Hotel Africana is located just two minutes from Kampala city centre and 40 minutes drive from Entebbbe Airport. Kampala International Airport is located at Entebbe, 35 km (22 miles) away, while Port Bell on the shore of Lake Victoria is 10 km (7 miles) away.

Accommodation 

Hotel Africana offers 233 rooms (5 suites, 103 deluxe rooms and 117 twin bed rooms and 8 two-bedroom apartments). All rooms are ensuite and air-conditioned with private panoramic balconies, satellite television, music centers, minibars, WiFi and access to shuttle bus services.

Dining and bars 

Hotel Africana offers the ‘Ngeye’ restaurant (capacity 120 guests), which is air-conditioned and offers a selection of local and international dishes (themed throughout the week). ‘Kibs Restaurant’ is essentially a coffee shop and patisserie, while the ‘Garden and Terrace’ offer alfresco dining options. There is also a panoramic ‘Lounge Bar’. 

Conference and event facilities 

This sophisticated city hotel has over 14 fully furnished air-conditioned conference halls with seating capacities ranging from 20 - 3000 participants. All feature WiFi, full conference service, audio visual, teleconferencing, translation booths, satellite TV, intercom, conference catering and business support. The hotel also has its own dedicated business centre and a wide range of indoor and outdoor banqueting and reception spaces. The hotel also offers a full wedding reception and honeymoon service. 

Child-friendly Uganda Travel

Children are welcome at Hotel Africana. 

What to see and do on your Uganda safari

Hotel Africana offers weekend entertainment featuring live popular bands and traditional dance music shows. The hotel also has a modern health club with sauna, massage, steam bath, gym and aerobics. Access to nearby golf facilities is also offered.