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About the Hotel

Plot 1215 Kabowa Road, Kampala, Uganda
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Near Lake Kabaka
Guest rating
4.5
/10

Rooms

Tristar Hotel Kampala offers rooms with private entrances and soundproof walls. Some rooms include a seating area. The spacious twin room features a balcony with city views and a private bathroom with a shower. The spacious double room includes a sofa, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, air conditioning, and ironing facilities. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and free toiletries. Slippers are also provided.

Dining

The hotel features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Onsite restaurants include one restaurant. Breakfast and other dining options are available.

Leisure & Entertainment

Guests can play darts at the hotel. The hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access for web surfing. A garden is available. Some area landmarks are located nearby.

Location & Transportation

Tristar Hotel Kampala is 6 km from Kampala and 40 km from Entebbe International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Namirembe Cathedral (3.5 km), Batwa Cultural Heritage (1.5 km), M-Lisada (3 km), Kabaka's Lake (1.5 km), Kabaka's Palace (2.5 km), Kampala Clock Tower (1.5 km), Kabusu (2 km), Owino Market (3 km), Rubaga Cathedral (2 km), and Old Kampala (3.5 km).

Services

The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and a business center. Guests can take advantage of a roundtrip airport shuttle and dry cleaning/laundry services. An AM/FM alarm clock is available.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Double Room
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
Shower
Bathtub
Budget Twin Room
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
Shower
Balcony
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
Shower
Balcony
Family Room Balcony
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Darts
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Plot 1215 Kabowa Road, Kampala, Uganda
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Plot 1215 Kabowa Road, Kampala, Uganda
Nearby
Jesus Christ of Later Saints
400 ft
Restaurants
Explorer
600 ft
20 Kintu Road Plot 16
Explore Kampala
Local Highlights Near Tristar Hotel Kampala
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Kabaka's Palace
10-minute drive
Historical site showcasing Buganda Kingdom heritage with guided tours available. Free admission days attract many visitors.
Gaddafi National Mosque
10-minute drive
One of the largest mosques in Africa, known for its stunning architecture and panoramic views from its minaret.
Rubaga Cathedral
5-minute drive
An impressive Roman Catholic church with beautiful stained-glass windows and rich history located on a hilltop.
Old Kampala
10-minute drive
Historical area with notable colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and cultural significance, perfect for a walking tour.
Adonai Adventure Gardens
5-minute drive
Outdoor space for families featuring playgrounds and gardens, ideal for a relaxing picnic or casual stroll.
Budongo Forest
10-minute drive
Thrilling hiking and birdwatching opportunities in a lush forest, with guided walks available for nature enthusiasts.
Explorer
5-minute walk
Casual dining spot specializing in local Ugandan dishes and international cuisine, ideal for lunch or dinner.
Nyondo Club
10-minute walk
Vibrant atmosphere offering local drinks and food, perfect for socializing with friends or unwinding after a day.
Freedom City Shopping Mall
5-minute drive
A hub for shopping, dining, and cinema, with events like weekly live music to enjoy with family or friends.
Owino Market
10-minute drive
Bustling local market filled with stalls selling crafts, foods, and clothing, providing a great cultural experience.
Getting around
City Centre
Kampala6 min  ·  2.4 mi
Airports
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)55 min  ·  22.7 mi
Jinja (JIN)125 min  ·  51.7 mi
Train
Kampala Railway Station7 min  ·  2.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Tristar Kampala guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
30

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