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The Athena Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Kampala with safari and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 7 PM, sun loungers
Interior entrance
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby sitting area
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel offers a tranquil retreat near Uganda National Museum. Unwind at the sauna or steam room, indulge in a massage, and enjoy pool views from the Cambodian cuisine restaurant. With an outdoor pool with sun loungers, free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Childcare
  • Spa
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Babysitting
  • Conference center

For families (6)

  • Babysitting services
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$150 nightly
The total price is $177
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Plot 21, Farady Road Bugolobi Kampala, Central Region

What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Makerere University - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Uganda National Museum - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 77 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Thrones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Banana Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Nest Bar and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafesserie - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Athena Hotel

The Athena Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Kampala. Guests can indulge in spa services and enjoy Cambodian cuisine at Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club.

Languages

English, French, Swahili

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Safari
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Health club
  • Golf driving range on site
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 59
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps) and free wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Kitchenette
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Dining

Restaurant - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in Cambodian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open 24 hours.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per person (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 17 costs EUR 20 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7 PM

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

Athena Hotel Kampala
Athena Kampala
The Athena Hotel Hotel
The Athena Hotel Kampala
The Athena Hotel Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Athena Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:30 AM to 7 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Athena Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Athena Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Athena Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Athena Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Athena Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities such as horseback riding, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes a safari. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near The Athena Hotel?

Yes, Restaurant offers Cambodian cuisine and pool views.

Does The Athena Hotel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker.

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The Athena Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Room
Service staff

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Roger, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in Kampala. Fantastic staff, always immediately helpful. Home away from home. Nice rooms, great location but the staff are the highlight - friendly, welcoming, efficient and facilitating.
John, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Delicious Food. Great Service. Clean!

Lovely hotel. Very clean. Excellent service. Staff really helped us out with a few things. Free baby cot which was very comfortable. Room was very clean. Lots of water bottles. My only problem was no shampoo… a minor detail though. Food was delicious. The buffet breakfast had dishes that were different - not the same every day which was great. And for bacon lovers…. they have bacon cooked perfectly!!
Angela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Warm welcome on arrival.. Check in staff were kind and helpful. Room amenities top notch.. thank you!
Geffry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Jean, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend

Nothing really to complain about, great hotel and service. Good location. One thing that could be improved is the breakfast choices - buffet.
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Experiencing the epitome of Ugandan hospitality, our stay was elevated by the genuine warmth of the staff, notably Jessie. His unwavering friendliness and attentive service left an indelible mark, ensuring our time there was not just comfortable but truly unforgettable.
Vincent, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was good
Twesigye Jackson, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

11-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dr. Jacob, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

TOLGA, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Best Western Experience Ever!

This was the best visit at any Best Western Hotel. The team makes it such a great experience. From check-in to check-out and in between. I know I will forget someone but starting with Prima and the ladies at front desk, to Charles (during his first week in the job showed more poise and care than anyone I have interacted), to Ms. Grace, Emanuel, Louis, Fred and the Chef who made sure my meals was exactly what I was hoping for. I never had the pleasure of actually talking to the young lady from housekeeping but she showed initiative and care that was unbelievable. The security guards out front and the garage - thank you. To the management - you have a gem of a team.
9-night trip

8/10 Very good

5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Onesmo, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is clean and the rooms immaculately presented and maintained. Staff are courteous and helpful. The location is busy and the roads a little bumpy but overall a nice hotel to stay in.
Eyitayo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Taylor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was swift with warm welcome. Everything was perfect. Looking forward to another visit.
Geffry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Neil Edward, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kristoffer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vincent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was here with family for a birthday celebration. This team really understands how to take care of a guest right from check in to check out. Everything in the hotel is modern and updated. The room had some nice personal care items for guests. The location was perfect as we were able to have a night out in bugolobi which is buzzing with restaurants, bars and clubs. The breakfast buffet is a large spread of everything you can think of to eat from western items to African items. Thanks to the team we left with great memories and very relaxed.
Geraldine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10/10 Exceptional

4/10 Fair

DECEPCIONANTE

El precio que tiene este hotel es altísimo para lo que realmente es el hotel. Acabados de las habitaciones malas, aire acondicionado con mucho ruido, la música de los pasillos a un nivel alto a las 2am donde parece que estés en una discoteca... Para nada recomendable Experiencia decepcionante.
HECTOR, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great cost/performance ratio. Very friendly and competent staff
Markus, 7-night trip