10/10 Excellent
Melanie
2 Apr 2024
Melanie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Jinja Backpackers
2.5 star property
Hotel in Jinja with free breakfast and restaurant
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- Parking includedParking included
- BarBar
- LaundryLaundry
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
- RestaurantRestaurant
Explore the area
38 Kiira Rd, Jinja, Eastern Region
- Nile River Explorers7 min walk
- Jinja Temple14 min walk
- Source of the Nile River8 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)
Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)
Highlights
Washing machine
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)
Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)
Highlights
Washing machine
2 bathrooms
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed
View all photos for Comfort Tent
Comfort Tent
Highlights
Free cots/infant beds
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
Located on the ground floor
Living room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the area
Jinja
At Jinja Backpackers you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Nile River Explorers and Jinja Temple. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Jinja hotel include Jinja Central Market and Jinja Golf Club.
What's nearby
- Nile River Explorers - 7 min walk
- Jinja Temple - 14 min walk
- Jinja Golf Club - 4 min drive
- Source of the Nile - Speke Monument - 7 min drive
- Source of the Nile River - 8 min drive
Restaurants
- Java House - 19 min walk
- The Deli - 3 min drive
- All Friends Grill Bar & Restaurant - 7 min walk
- Nile View Casino - 4 min drive
- Space Cafe - 4 min drive
About this property
Jinja Backpackers
Hotel in Jinja with free breakfast and restaurant
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.
Jinja Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Jinja hotel.
- 14 guestrooms or units
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
- Coffee in lobby
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Storage area for luggage
- Tour and ticket information
- Pool or billiards table
- Garden
- Outdoor picnic space
- Bellhop
- Smoking in designated areas
- Fridge in a common area
- Water dispenser
- Locker space
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Jinja Backpackers offers 14 accommodations with complimentary slippers. This Jinja hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Languages
English, Swahili
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
- Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 8
Things to do
- Bicycle rentals
- Billiards/pool table
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Guidebooks
- Laundry facilities
- Limited-hour front desk
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Shared refrigerator
- Water dispenser
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets on request
- Housekeeping on request
- Porter/bellhop
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Garden
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 20 accessible parking spaces
- Accessible shuttle
- Front entrance ramp
- Hardwood flooring in room
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Slippers
More
- Washing machine
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Jinja Backpackers
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 85.0 per night.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 85.0 per night
- Hosted evening meal: USD 8
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 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.
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 cash.
We should mention
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Jinja Backpackers?
Jinja Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Jinja Backpackers?
As of 7 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jinja Backpackers on 8 June 2024 start from AU$104.97, 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 Jinja Backpackers?
Yep, Jinja Backpackers has a free self car park.
Does Jinja Backpackers serve breakfast?
Yeah, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jinja Backpackers?
No, Jinja Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Jinja Backpackers?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Jinja Backpackers?
Check-in begins at 8:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Jinja Backpackers?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
Jinja Backpackers Reviews
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