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Our top choices for Central Kampala cheap hotels

A lush garden with a large tree covered in ivy, a thatched-roof structure, and a statue of an elephant.

1. Hotel Ruch

Hotel Ruch
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
7.8 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"A friendly and pleasant experience, very conveniently located in the city centre."
Australia
John
The price is AU$75
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel Ruch
A hotel entrance with a paved walkway, glass doors, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

2. Hotel 33 Kampala

Hotel 33 Kampala
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The price of this hotel is not justified by the facilities and services it offers. I stayed here for 10 days, but unfortunately the quality and variety of the breakfast got worse every single day. By the end of my stay, the breakfast was below the standard of even a 2-star hotel. Just the staff was very helpful and nice. For this reason, I decided to move to another hotel. I found a higher-rated hotel that was $25 per night cheaper and offered much better facilities, including a swimming...
Canada
Behrouz
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel 33 Kampala
An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

3. Galaxy Motel

Galaxy Motel
3.5 star property
Central Kampala
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (34 reviews)
"Staff & service were great! Geoffrey was very helpful & nice. All the women staff there were absolutely great! I would highly recommend anyone staying at the Galaxy motel. Thank you all for your hospitality."
United States
Caleb
The price is AU$24
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Galaxy Motel
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and lush greenery.

4. G-ONE

G-ONE
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
The price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
G-ONE
A reception desk with a monitor, telephone, and a floral arrangement.

5. Hotel Barbados International

Hotel Barbados International
2.5 star property
Central Kampala
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hotel Barbados International
A man sitting on a red chair with a laptop, a red cushioned chair, and two wooden statues in a room with a window and curtains.

6. Diamonds Hotel

Diamonds Hotel
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
4.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"It was very hard to get parking. There was no really no accommodation. There were roaches in the hotel room, bed, bathroom. Everywhere you look they were roaches. Very bad experience"
United Kingdom
Kenneth
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Diamonds Hotel
A dining area with a table set for two, a menu, and a waiter serving wine.

7. KK Trust Hotel

KK Trust Hotel
3.0 star property
Central Kampala
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Personeel is vriendelijk. Hotel is gelegen op de meest vervuilende stek van Kampala. Uitlaatgassen komen kamer binnen en bezorgen permanent slechte smaak in de mond. Altijd luid lawaai, zelfs tot 2h in de nacht. Ging er weg na 1 nacht, had er 3 betaald. Eigenaar zou contact opnemen met agentschap maar deed dat blijkbaar niet."
Belgium
Geert
The price is AU$68
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
KK Trust Hotel
A spacious lobby with leather seating, a reception desk, and a dining area.

8. BUDDIEZ PLATINUM HOTEL

BUDDIEZ PLATINUM HOTEL
3.0 star property
Makindye
6.8 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Good service. Nice family owned hotel "
Denmark
A
The price is AU$41
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
BUDDIEZ PLATINUM HOTEL
A restaurant interior with wooden furniture and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Chello Suites

Chello Suites
3.0 star property
Nakawa
The price is AU$29
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Chello Suites
A hotel with a prominent sign reading "ACTUS HOTEL" and a visible entrance gate.

10. Acactus Hotel kampala

Acactus Hotel kampala
2.5 star property
Kawempe
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is AU$45
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Acactus Hotel kampala
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Central Kampala?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Central Kampala, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Central Kampala are April, November, May and March, with each month seeing an average of 185 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Central Kampala?
You don't have to spend big to find places to visit in Central Kampala. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then plan some activities that cost very little. Check out the area's cultural spots like Uganda National Museum and Ndere Cultural Centre, or get outdoors at Lake Victoria.
How can I get to Central Kampala and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Central Kampala can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.), situated 21.5 mi (34.6 km) away. Central Kampala might not have very many public transport choices so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.