What's the area like around Makerere University?

Makerere University is located in an area of Kampala that travellers like for its shopping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 57 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Makerere University?

Adjacent to Makerere University, Jarin Hotels is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include ONOMO Hotel Kampala and Makerere University Guest House .

How many hotels will I find near Makerere University?

Expedia has 57 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Makerere University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makerere University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Makerere University.

What can I see and do near Makerere University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Uganda National Museum and Ndere Cultural Centre. Kabaka's Palace, Kasubi Tombs and Independence Monument are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Makerere University. Looking for a little shopping break? A trip to The Acacia Mall, Kisementi and Owino Market might be just the ticket while you're in the area around Makerere University.

Top 10 Hotels Near Makerere University in Kampala for 2025

Recommended

Price (low to high)

Distance

Property class

Top 10 Hotels Near Makerere University

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

3.0 star property

Nakasero, 1.5 km from Makerere University

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(67)

"Love this hotel! Outdoor dining, excellent food, live music on Sunday, helpful staff. Rooms are average but comfortable. "

Bindi

The price is RM472

RM472

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

ONOMO Hotel Kampala

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

4.0 star property

Kyebando, 1.9 km from Makerere University

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153)

8.8/10

Excellent

(153)

"A very good place to stay in. Staff were very friendly and always ready to help. I enjoyed my stay and I will definitely make another booking for stay!"

Kennedy

The price is RM506

RM506

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Hilton Garden Inn Kampala

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Arcadia Suites

4.0 star property

Kyebando, 1.5 km from Makerere University

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (163)

8.8/10

Excellent

(163)

"very comfortable rooms with separate sitting room and bedroom, with excellent kitchen facilities. "

David A

Arcadia Suites

Villa Kololo Guest House

3.5 star property

2.1 km from Makerere University

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(36)

"Great property for those looking for a nice boutique hotel attached to a amazing Italian restaurant. All the Staff were wonderful! Definitely will be back soon!"

shayne

Villa Kololo Guest House

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Koki Hotel

4.5 star property

Nakasero, 2.4 km from Makerere University

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79)

8.8/10

Excellent

(79)

"Great place"

Darryl

The price is RM252

RM252

RM299 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

Koki Hotel

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Daily buffet breakfast (USD 20 per person)

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

4.0 star property

Nakasero, 2 km from Makerere University

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (94)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(94)

"Very good comfortable stay "

Mirza

The price is RM797

RM797

RM949 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

Golden Tulip Canaan Kampala

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

3.5 star property

Kololo, 2.4 km from Makerere University

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(45)

"New, clean & comfortable I enjoyed my time at this location, close to everything I need and a walk from my favorite Açacia Mall, I will be back next year."

Kevin C

The price is RM810

RM810

RM997 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

Four Points by Sheraton Kampala

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

6 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine

Kampala Serena Hotel

5.0 star property

Nakasero, 2.7 km from Makerere University

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (222)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(222)

"Simply the best place to stay in Kampala"

Momodou

The price is RM687

RM687

RM819 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

Kampala Serena Hotel

Makerere University Guest House

3.0 star property

Makerere, 0.5 km from Makerere University

7.0 out of 10, Good, (9)

7.0/10

Good

(9)

"The Guest house needs total renovation. "

Mercy

Makerere University Guest House

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

The Explorers Hub

3.0 star property

Kololo, 2.9 km from Makerere University

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (64)

8.8/10

Excellent

(64)

"I have stayed at this hotel multiple times and they seem to be getting better every time. "

ricardo

The price is RM226

RM226

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

The Explorers Hub

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Hotel Jfrigh

3.0 star property

Makerere, 1 km from Makerere University

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)

8.0/10

Very good

(4)

"Nothing "

SAMUEL

Hotel Jfrigh

2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Speke Apartments Kitante

3.0 star property

1.4 km from Makerere University

7.8 out of 10, Good, (29)

7.8/10

Good

(29)

"It was a good stay indeed. Good customer service I must add. "

Amanya

Speke Apartments Kitante

Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala

3.5 star property

Nakasero, 2.2 km from Makerere University

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (56)

8.4/10

Very good

(56)

"The service was efficient and friendly. Rooms were clean. Bonus is its proximity to the market amd restaurant. "

Anonymous traveller

The price is RM404

RM404

RM478 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

Prestige Hotel Suites Kampala

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Fairway Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property

Nakasero, 2.2 km from Makerere University

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (185)

8.4/10

Very good

(185)

"Wonderful place to stay with excellent staff and very nice restaurant. I lovely oasis in the middle of bustling Kampala"

Martha

Fairway Hotel & Spa

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa, CityBlue Collection

3.5 star property

Nakasero, 1.8 km from Makerere University

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (23)

8.0/10

Very good

(23)

"Lovely hotel with plenty of greenery and areas to relax. Staff were helpful and friendly, great location too."

Jacqueline

The price is RM558

RM558

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

The Emin Pasha Hotel & Spa, CityBlue Collection

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Yushili Hotel & Restaurant

4.0 star property

2.2 km from Makerere University

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(4)

"Staff were great and highy professional plus good meal. My stay was however not enjoyable due to poor internet connection.terrible internet service. The hotel should get this sorted. Travelers shouldn't have to worry about internet when lodged in a hotel costing nearly $120 "

Mayowa

The price is RM435

RM435

RM648 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

Yushili Hotel & Restaurant

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Protea Hotel by Marriott Kampala

4.0 star property

Kololo, 2.5 km from Makerere University

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (119)

8.0/10

Very good

(119)

"When i checked in I was not happy about the size of the bed because it was not the standard queen size bed. However the manager on duty Nicholas was very helpful in getting me another room. In the morning i had to leave @9am leaving my partner sleeping. When she was leaving at around 11am the lady Joan at the reception told her that I had not paid for the room. This was a big embarrasment.She went on and paid and called me. I went to the hotel and spoke to Joan who immediately apologised and...

francis

The price is RM585

RM585

RM728 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Protea Hotel by Marriott Kampala

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Sheraton Kampala Hotel

4.0 star property

Nakasero, 2.6 km from Makerere University

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (209)

8.2/10

Very good

(209)

"Super nice hotel in Kampala. The breakfast buffet was amazing!"

Mike

The price is RM750

RM750

RM893 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

Sheraton Kampala Hotel

Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala

3.0 star property

2.2 km from Makerere University

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)

8.6/10

Excellent

(7)

"the bathroom is always the problem. it is build to local, not international standards."

michael

Namirembe Guesthouse Kampala

Namayiba Park Hotel

3.0 star property

1.8 km from Makerere University

7.4 out of 10, Good, (20)

7.4/10

Good

(20)

"The stay was good. I needed to get on an early morning bus so it served the purpose. Staff were friendly and accommodating."

Omaduore

Namayiba Park Hotel

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