Joan Kelly Close Plot 203 Kawuku Bungu , 33858 Kampala, Uganda
#25 of 120 vacation rentals in Kampala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 65 apartment reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.6
Location
8.9
Facilities
7.9
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.3
Free Wifi
5.5
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Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Victoria
Saudi ArabiaOur room had no windows that could open so that room was so hot so we had to leave the door open at night to be able to sleep. There are not enough lounge chairs around the pool for the number of guests.
The location right on Lake Victoria with a plethora of birds on the property. The pool is a great place to relax and refresh. The food options are wonderful. There are activities to do right from the lodge. They have a lovely, calm cat, who hangs around.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: January 14, 2025
Cheryl
United StatesIt’s time for softer mattresses. But other than that there is nothing
The most beautiful place to wake up to in Kampala. Beautiful grounds, good food, beautiful pool. The people are the best!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: November 11, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomThe beds were a little small.
Breakfast was fine and the staff were nice. Nice locatin and a nice alternative to geting away from kampala without a long drive.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Kristen
United StatesWe booked the unit with two separate bedrooms via booking.com that we stayed in this past Feb. However, when we arrived we discovered that unit has a long term renter in it and was not available. I was visiting with my non-biological Ugandan son, and preferred to have two bedrooms, not just two beds.
Convenience Peaceful Staff are wonderful
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Douglas
UgandaEverything was on point.
wonderful
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Garas
EgyptI know this is nature, but the noise from the insects and frogs by the lake was very loud at night. There was a minor misunderstanding about the rooms and sizes, but things got sorted out at the Lodge with the receptionist.
I liked the tranquility and the view. The food was OK, but the facility is really good. room, restaurant, pool, and pathways, everything met my expectations. The staff are very friendly and helpful all the time.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Maya
BelgiumThe manager of the hotel was so helpfull!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 8, 2024
David
United KingdomThere was no access to the balcony outside our room. We wanted somewhere to sit outside easily reached from the room. A shame as this existed in some o f the other rooms.
Very good, especially the yoghurt and brown toast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 27, 2024
Gwendolyn
SwedenNothing
Second time staying here. Lush grounds, beautiful view of the lake, and soothing sounds of frogs and birds. Feels like being out in nature even though you're technically still in Kampala. Very friendly and helpful staff. The room was comfortable and a good value for the money. Good breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 23, 2024
Prisca
GermanyNothing
Everything was 98%
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 3, 2024
Doreen
Palestinian TerritoryLovely lodge with great view. We booked the loft apartment and enjoyed the view of a spectacular sunrise from the bed through large windows. The staff is friendly and the food is good.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 1, 2024
Carolyn
United KingdomThe appartment was beautiful, especially the courtyard.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 3, 2023
Mark
UgandaVery welcoming by the lovely host Joan. The service was great! Special thanks to Sophia who arranged our meals and activities. Make sure not to miss on some of the best pizza made by chef Nancy. Great vibes in the tree house for nature lovers ! Enjoyed our anniversary weekend 💕
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 5, 2023
Ndagire
UgandaThe tree house was extremely cold so could maybe use thicker bed covers 🥹
Place is really beautiful with really nice staff (Janet in particular was so helpful)
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 3, 2023
Phillip
United KingdomThe fan in the room did not blow directly into the bedroom so it was a bit warm. Wi Fi was problamatic.
The location was incredible with beautiful views of Lake Victoria. Lovely grounds with incredible bird life.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 19, 2023
Karina
BelgiumFantastic location on the lake. A beautiful garden with trees full of birds and flowers. A quiet environment to work, read, and swim. Lovely staff!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Georgia
United KingdomBeautiful location. Friendly and attentive staff. Very relaxing.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 22, 2023
Alastair
United KingdomParts of the garden have not been cleared of trash. The kitchen is lacking some basics, such as wooden spoons and a cutting board. There was an extremely noisy group staying on one of the nights and the staff did nothing to tell them to keep the noise down. If you need internet for remote working, forget it - there is zero internet access.
Spectacular view
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 31, 2023
Doreen
Palestinian TerritoryThe rooms are rustic but absolutely charming. The view, property and garden are absolutely lovely. The staff members are super friendly, the food is good and the cocktails areyummi.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: March 8, 2023
Ekaterina
RussiaNo a/c. The only fan wasn't cooling down the room and it was extremely hot in the morning.
The location is awesome. Plenty of birds in the garden.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: June 11, 2025
Nicola
United KingdomChoice of food limited and expensive. Hardly any vegetarian or vegan choices. Not many traditional choices like matoke and gnuts. The room we stayed in by the pond was not good. The quilt was mouldy when I pulled back quilt cover. After 7pm we were in complete darkness except two tiny bedside lamps which gave off barely any light whatsoever. Walking to toilet in night in pitch darkness. Had to use torch. Asked for more lamps and was brought a very old and broken one. Plus lead not long enough to light middle of floor. Sloping floor. Nowhere to cook or store food.
Beautiful location on the edge of lake Victoria. Wonderful for bird watching, quiet and tranquil. Beautiful pool area. Fresh lemongrass tea. Lovely security guard.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: February 17, 2025
Hristina
GermanyNo door on the bathroom, broken/ non functional fan, loud - noises coming from the first floor, a bed with metal springs poking into my back. What I disliked the most is that when I asked for them to help me fix these problems I was told someone will take a look but no one did, and from the looks of the place I assume no one will in the future either.
The manager, Peter, answered my questions on booking promptly and helped me organise transport from the airport. The food was great, due to an amazing cook, especially good was the fish and the location is breathtaking.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 10, 2025
Neil
United KingdomMay have been nice 20 years ago but rooms are dated, grubby, too hot and generally run down. I found rat droppings on my window sill on my return visit (only returned as they had my luggage). The curtains were old a filthy and it smelled. Communication is difficult. They didn’t reply to messages or WhatsApp’s. Not just this but it’s also expensive. Can’t believe it’s showing a rating of over 8 on booking to be honest. The owners need to seriously up their game and invest before the place is beyond saving.
Lovely location overlooking the lake. Friendly staff They stored my bicycle and luggage. Decent food.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 19, 2025
Primrose
AfghanistanThe bed so so uncomfortable No internet provided No Value for money
Restaurant service and food
Stayed in December 2024
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