Itambira Island, Bunyonyi Lake, Chabahinga, Uganda
#1 of 2 hotels in Chabahinga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 20 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.6
Free Wifi
7.5
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Reviewed: January 12, 2025
Jonas
Denmark-
The best place to stay near Kabale and Lake Bunyonyi. The facilities are great, the location is perfect and easy to reach from Kabale. The staff are very welcoming and make you feel at home all the time. Food is good and the atmosphere is very relaxed. Highly recommended!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Stijn
NetherlandsThe staff could be a bit more open and enthusiastic. This being said, they were very professional and helped when asked.
The location is beautiful situated on the edge of the lake. All around the accomodation are beautiful and well-kept gardens. The room was spacious and clean, only some flies in the shower but that was okay. Would definitely come back.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: October 30, 2024
Kim
United StatesVery beautiful location and the nights are extremely peaceful. This nice lodge is just a short boat ride from the main land.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Ani
United StatesThe hot water is a little iffy but the staff are very quick in attending to it.
Spotless rooms and facilities combined with friendly staff that bend over backwards to make guests comfortable make this an unforgettable stay. Being on an island makes this a haven of tranquility - an added plus.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Smmmohammad
IranGood place Wonderful view
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 8, 2024
Kate
AustraliaOnly the noise of the generator but that can’t be helped and is not on for long!
Absolutely everything! It is just like the photos however those can’t capture the stunning views from the island, the friendly staff or wonderful sense of peace! I stayed in a treehouse, very cosy, comfy bed, mosquito net, hot shower & lovely view from the balcony. The birds in the morning were something else! The lovely restaurant area was a great place to sit and read a book as was the « Sundowner Deck » with sun beds, a great place to swim from or have a drink as the sun sets. The food was plentiful and good. This place is absolutely magic! Just don’t come expecting western mod-cons eg: you’ll need to charge devices while the generator is on between 6-10pm, there are some insects and if you shower too long you’ll run out if hot water - this is an island in remote Uganda! Oh and be warned, there is a steep path and sone steps to most of the accommodation..
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Bianca
Austriathe boat tour we did was a little bit disapointing. we was told it take 2-3 hours. ours last 1 and a half hour and we actually saw the islands we already saw on the way to the island. maybe try to get another boat driver/tour operator.
i really liked to stay there. super hot water in the showers, the western food was surprisingly good exept the pizza. we got a free upgrade for the room since almost noone else was there what was really nice. also appreciante that the boat to the island from the parking lot is for free and is at no extra cost.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2023
Arianna
United KingdomIt's a very small thing but the generator was very close to the bar/restaurant area, making it a bit loud and somewhat disturbing the peace of the place.
Lovely peaceful place on Itambira Island on Lake Bunyonyi. Very basic and little food choice but super sweet staff and very helpful.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 7, 2023
David
CanadaVery nice location, great little cabins and friendly and helpful staff. It was fun to take the big wooden canoe for a paddle around the island.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: August 2, 2023
Roundertrooper
SpainThe location in breathing and the little hut I stayed in was really beautiful and comfortable. Breakfast was also delicious
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 18, 2023
Mevion
SwitzerlandAbsolutely nothing to complain!
One of the best breakfast I had in Uganda! Fresh, a lot of local fruits, pancakes and fresh juice. Combined with a perfect view over Lake Bunyonyi - perfect match! The cabins are absolutely lovely, warm water all the time and the price you pay for a room is really fair compared to other accomodations around the lake. Staff is absolutely lovely and you help the community with your stay and payment. If you want a 10 out of 10 go to Seeds of Hope.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: May 7, 2023
Marta
Poland- trully I loved it
+magnificent surrounding of the place,european style, clean,well-kept,with big trees +we got beautiful african style chuts with private bathrooms +great food +wonderfull staff (thank you for all) + place to put your wet clothes +additional activities to buy( birdwatching,canoe,meeting with local community) + suvenirs shop from local caraftmakers + small dock for swimming + peace,nature sounds in the morning + wifi was good however only in beautiful lobby( great view to the lake) +hot water + really nice bathroom + most of time electicity available,at least in lobby + no one bother you,isolated a little place time just for relax
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 15, 2023
Carolina
BrazilThe place is magic and the staff are very nice. They do their best for you to have a good and comfortable stay. The food is also very good.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 18, 2023
Benjamin
AustriaNothing we can think of to be honest. We really enjoyed our stay without any regrets or suggestions. Just keep in mind you are on a quiet island to relax. You can't expect street or night life.
The location is simply gorgeous if you are looking for relaxation. Far from any hustle and bustle on an island in the lake. Rarely do you hear anything other than the natural ambient sounds and automatically relax. The apartments are functional and nicely furnished. Electricity is available between 6 and 10 pm or on request. The water in the shower is nice and warm and the pressure is strong. The food in the restaurant is excellent, the selection large and reasonably priced. The included breakfast consisted of a hot drink, fruit juice, eggs, toast and honey with a choice of different preparations/juices. There was also a rich extended optional breakfast menu. The staff is very friendly and genuinely caring. We felt really comfortable and taken care of. We would really like to spend some more time there again.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: March 6, 2023
Richard
United StatesCan't think of anything.
Quite and peaceful and a really enjoyable place to stay. The staff were super and the food was really good. I had a cabin with a hot shower and a very comfortable bed. And all for a very good price. Highly recommend Seeds of Hope!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 2, 2023
Matthias
UgandaThe friendly staff The boat ride Good guides
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: February 23, 2025
Kristoffer
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: April 18, 2023
Mirbek
UgandaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: December 27, 2022
Rahul
UgandaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2022
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