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Jinja Backpackers

Property class: 2.5

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A series of dome-shaped tents with wooden furniture and a garden area.
A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with railings, surrounded by greenery and a building structure.
A two-story building with a green roof and a wooden structure with a thatched roof.
A narrow hallway with a wooden door, a wooden shelf unit, and a colorful curtain.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

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38 Kiira Rd, Jinja, Eastern Region
  • Place, Jinja Temple
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Jinja Central Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jinja Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Tent

A cozy interior with a wooden floor, two cushioned chairs, a small wooden stool, and a bed with a white cover.

Comfort Tent

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and mosquito netting.

Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

A wooden bunk bed room with mosquito netting, a wooden floor, and a small stool.

Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Jinja

At Jinja Backpackers you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Jinja Temple and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Jinja Central Market. 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. .With a stay at this Jinja hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Jinja Golf Club and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Jinja Sailing Club.

What's nearby

  • Jinja Temple - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Jinja Central Market - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Jinja Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Source of the Nile River - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Bujagali Falls - 22 min drive - 11.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nile Village Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Igar Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪All Friends Grill Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Spot 6 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Jinja Backpackers

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.

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  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
3.6 out of 5, Good, 35 reviews
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • Banquet hall
  • 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 staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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 5 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jinja Backpackers on 6 Nov 2026 start from AU$98, 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

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

4.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was ok. The outdoors was great. The room was great but no breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024