Athena Hotel Kampala

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Free Wifi

9.3

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Athena Hotel Kampala in Kampala offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Guests enjoy garden or pool views, ensuring a relaxing stay. Exceptional Facilities: The hotel features a swimming pool with a view, sauna, fitness center, and a lush garden. Additional facilities include a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi, catering to all guest needs. Dining Experience: A variety of dining options are available, including continental, buffet, and à la carte breakfasts. The restaurant serves international cuisine in a family-friendly, modern, or romantic ambiance, accommodating special dietary requirements. Prime Location: Located 27 mi from Entebbe International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Uganda Golf Club (3.1 mi) and Independence Monument (3.7 mi). Guests appreciate the room comfort, attentive staff, and excellent value for money.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Kosher, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Connie
Kenya Kenya
“Check in was easy. Location superb! Just that the foyer was very small and could only fit 2 cars so drop off was rushed. The staff are ALL awesome. Jesse (our waiter) totally totally exceeded expectations at handling us. He was very...”
Jaber
Kenya Kenya
“Excellent staff. Excellent breakfast. Sizable gym for business travellers.”
Hicks
United States United States
“Breakfast was better than expected. Omlettes and cappuccinos are made to order, no extra charge. Good variety on the breakfast bar.”
Roland
United States United States
“Athena never disappoints. This hotel is one of the few hotels in Kampala with the best customer service and value for your money. The amenities are a bit limited, but the overall care, cleanliness, and room size are very generous. I always enjoy...”
Syrus
Kenya Kenya
“The ambience, the location and cleanliness of the facility”
Aayush
India India
“The hotel room was really nice and big. The staff members were really kind and helped me with some good restaurant suggestions. The in-house restaurant was also really good, the breakfast was especially great. I would look forward to stay here again.”
Yonas
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The Rooms are spacious and very clean. The staffs are amazing, helpful. especially the manager.”
Mimipel
United States United States
“Best Western exceeded my expectations. Quiet environment, clean room, and great food. I like the fact that security was top notch and the entire staff was very warm and welcoming 🙏”
Joshua
United States United States
“The entire staff made me feel at home, everyone was very helpful. The main Host was especially helpful, even going far beyond the call of her duty to make sure as I traversed the city, that I was aware of all the places to visit and one not to visit”
Roland
United States United States
“The Best Western Athena Hotel offers a superb blend of comfort, convenience, and top-notch service, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers. The rooms are impeccably clean and well-appointed, ensuring a restful stay....”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Ambrosia Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Athena Hotel Kampala takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

1 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Athena Hotel Kampala of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.