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Colonial Residence

2.5 star property
Suburban guesthouse within easy reach of Entebbe Botanical Garden

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Experience a tranquil retreat at Colonial Residence, near Kitubulu Forest and Beach. Start your day with cooked-to-order breakfast on the sun-drenched terrace or unwind in the serene garden. Guests can also explore the library, connect to free WiFi, and appreciate helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free airport pick-up
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Single Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Deep soaking bathtub
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free bottled water
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Ssese View Road Plot 20, Entebbe

What's nearby

  • Entebbe Botanical Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kitubulu Forest and Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sesse Islands - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Entebbe Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ugandan Wildlife Education Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 11 min drive
  • Free airport pick-up

Restaurants

  • ‪Crane Cafeteria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Café Javas - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪S&S Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪4 Points Bar and Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Colonial Residence

Colonial Residence is just 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from the airport and offers free pick-up service (available 24 hours). Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 6 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights at this Colonial guest house include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Free airport pick-up (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height bed
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Colonial Residence Guesthouse Entebbe
Colonial Residence Guesthouse
Colonial Residence Entebbe
Colonial Residence Entebbe
Colonial Residence Guesthouse
Colonial Residence Guesthouse Entebbe

Frequently asked questions

Does Colonial Residence offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Colonial Residence does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Colonial Residence?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Colonial Residence?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Colonial Residence?

Yes, a free shuttle from the airport is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Colonial Residence?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Colonial Residence and nearby?

Colonial Residence has a garden.

Does Colonial Residence have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Colonial Residence like?

Colonial Residence is a short 12-minute walk from Entebbe Botanical Garden and 17 minutes' walk from Kitubulu Forest and Beach.

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Colonial Residence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Bird lovers should flock here
Waking up from a quiet night's sleep on a comfortable mattress with spotless sheets and walking out to sit on Claire's veranda to bird watch each morning was the highlight of my day. A hamerkop, bulbuls and mousebirds (among 10+ other types) came to visit while storks, pied kingfishers and even African greys flew by. A monkey on a neighboring roof was seen too. All this nature, yet five minutes walk to the lakeshore lined with restaurants and less than 15 minutes walk to the Carrefour.
Ann, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing introduction to Uganda (again). Free and convenient transport to the hotel and I would recommend this place to anyone arriving at Entebbe. Claire was gracious and very helpful. I am looking forward to going back there and explore the area.
Gordon, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Edochie William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

2/10 Poor

NO AIRPORT PICKUP
There is no airport collection. As this is probably the only reason you would choose it over anywhere else, best to avoid this place. I hate these liars
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was the best hospitality. I had a lot of luggage and I couldn't speak English well, but madam helped me the most. And free wifi helps travelers. The garden is large and the sounds of various birds are pleasant. Thank you so much Madam! I was able to travel safely with your cooperation. I recommend Colonial Residence♪
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay in Entebbe
Very nice hostel in Entebbe. Clean, best service, beautiful garden and centrally located.
Selamawit T., 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Claire was an incredible host, very warm and welcoming. The house was very comfortable with a kitchen to use, a main living room to hang out in, and a lovely veranda and garden. The location is also really good, at just a few minutes walk from the beach, many restaurants, and the Victoria mall. I would definitely stay here again!
Mikayla, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The garden is lovely. Lots of birds and home grown avocados for breakfast.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place.
Jens Odgaard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly host and very nice atmosphere.
I was very satisfied with my stay at the Colonial Residence. My host, Claire, was very helpful with all the things I wanted help with. For example, booking of taxi, tours and show me the directions to different places in the nearby area. The breakfast was homemade and excellent. The atmosphere is very nice and staying here you will feel like home. Recommended!
Kevin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Helpful airport shuttle service that the host contracts. She ensures her guests are taken care of.
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Guest House for a peaceful Stay
This is a real gem. Its very colonial. The garden is beautiful and the area is very quiet. Only 2 minutes walk if that to the beach where I had a wonderful Thai meal. Close to the airport and the mall, Claire the host was warm and friendly. I can recommend this guest house and will definitely be staying here on my next trip
C, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very quiet place with wonderful staff.I had a pleasant time there
14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cheryl from Seattle
This guesthouse is a gem - beautiful backyard gardens, very relaxing. Claire- owner was absolutely delightful & extremely accommodating. The guest house is 2-3 minute walk to Lake Victoria. Literally right around the corner. Several excellent restaurants within 5 minute walk - i can recommend garden thai. Delicious.