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Buvi Lodge

3.5 star property
Family-friendly lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Buvi Lodge

Check-in/check-out kiosk
Outdoor pool, a lap pool, pool loungers
Lounge
Deluxe Double Room
Aerial view

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Plot 77 Buvi Wakiso, Entebbe
  • Kitubulu Forest and Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Sesse Islands
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Entebbe Botanical Garden
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.)
    ‪95 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • Lake view
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • 125 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Entebbe

A family-friendly stay in Entebbe awaits you at Buvi Lodge. You'll be 26.9 km (16.7 mi) from Lake Victoria and 37.5 km (23.3 mi) from Kitubulu Forest and Beach. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Entebbe lodge, you'll be 38.1 km (23.7 mi) from Entebbe Botanical Garden and 38.3 km (23.8 mi) from Sesse Islands.
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What's nearby

  • Kitubulu Forest and Beach - 51 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Sesse Islands - 53 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Entebbe Botanical Garden - 53 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Ugandan Wildlife Education Centre - 54 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Entebbe Golf Club - 55 min drive - 40.1 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crane Cafeteria - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Café Javas - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪S&S Bar & Restaurant - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪4 Points Bar and Restaurant - ‬56 min drive

About this property

Buvi Lodge

Family-friendly lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Buvi Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Buvi Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Entebbe lodge.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Buvi Lodge offers 5 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Lap pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Buvi Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Buvi Lodge Entebbe
Buvi Entebbe
Buvi
Buvi Lodge Lodge
Buvi Lodge Entebbe
Buvi Lodge Lodge Entebbe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Buvi Lodge?

Buvi Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Buvi Lodge?

As of 27 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buvi Lodge on 28 Apr 2025 start from AU$132.92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Buvi Lodge?

Yep, Buvi Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Buvi Lodge have a pool?

Take your pick from a lap pool, an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Buvi Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Buvi Lodge.

Is Buvi Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Buvi Lodge is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Buvi Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Buvi Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is offered daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Buvi Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Buvi Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Buvi Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Buvi Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Buvi Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Epiphane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property in very nice but not properly laid out. The staffs service is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Erin, Uganda

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely 5-day Christmas getaway at Buvi Lodge. The staff was kind, the place was clean, and the rooms were beautiful. Food was reasonably priced and yummy. We really enjoyed the quiet atmosphere so much. The only negative was that because of the solar power, we couldn’t get a hot bath unless the sun was shining (I was really looking forward to hot baths, but did enjoy only one). Also, upon checkout, there was some confusion around our receipt that took some time to sort out. Next time we may pay by the day to save time at the end. Just a heads up for anyone going on the holidays — Christmas Day was crowded, as the lodge serves a Christmas buffet for lunch and dinner and there were many extra people around in the pool and restaurant. Despite the few small negatives, we would definitely go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Jaap

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Buvi stay

It's a very nice lodge with good service and a talented cook. But it's to isolated for a long term stay. They also should provide more comfortable furniture. But overall a nice place for a few days.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the view and the set up of the rooms. It was a bit of a drive of a drive off the main road to get there but it was worth it for the view. I wasn’t pleased with how much loud music I had to endure though, I went for a quiet weekend away from town and left feeling less relaxed than I expected to.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

James, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Secluded hotel but disappointing

The Buvi lodge is very secluded and quiet. I can see it would be nice if you wanted a quiet getaway. The rooms are big and have lake views and the restaurant is right on the lake. However we were disappointed overall. We had booked for 3 nights but only stayed for 1. There are loads of mosquitoes in the rooms and all around the resort. The swimming pool is dirty. The food is mediocre and very small portions. The mattress is rock solid. There are some windows that only have netting on them and no option to close them so the room was very cold. The WiFi was so slow that it basically didn’t work.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

4/10 Poor

Gunnar

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sorry not to recommend

Poor food...very slow when waiting for food...could be more than an hour. From Kampala more than one hour with taxi which also makes it expensive. Just 4 sunbeds at the pool without any umbrella for shade. The best thing is the scenic view of the lake and tranquility
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place for nature lovers.

If you like bird watching and going for a walk in a pristine nature, then it is probably the best place within a short distance from Entebbe airport. The easiest way to get to Buvi Lodge is by boat from Entebbe. Ask the hotel to send a boat to pick you up at the harbour, where the ferry goes to Nakiwogo. The resort is very isolated, but you do not have to worry about being ripped for money in the restaurant. I paid 10 US$ for a big pepper steak with fries and a pint of beer. The food is tasty and the staff is friendly and competent. The views from the room and the restaurant is incredible. The architecture is a successful combination of traditional Uganda style and modern Western. I did not get any mosquito bites during the three weeks I stayed, because I went to bed, when the night fell over the resort. I highly recommend the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019