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A recently renovated guest house in Kampala, Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo offers children's playground, private parking, and sports facilities. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and a shared kitchen, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Parking on-site is available, and the guest house provides bike rental for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. At the guest house, all units come with a patio. Every unit includes a private bathroom and bathrobes, and certain units at the guest house have a balcony. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The guest house offers a buffet or à la carte breakfast. A mini-market is available at the guest house. For guests with children, Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo features an indoor play area and babysitting service. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Kampala Wonder World Amusement Park is 8.9 miles from Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo, while Pope Paul Memorial is 11 miles away. Entebbe International Airport is 20 miles from the property.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.3
Free Wifi
6.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Akello
    Uganda Uganda
    The location is perfect, the staff are very welcoming and friendly. Food is so fresh and delicious.
  • Tibugwisa
    Stayed here with my family and we loved the exceptionally friendly and thoughtful hospitality from the staff, they anticipated all our needs and catered to them. The rooms were cozy, clean and comfortable.Set in the exclusive Mirembe villas we...
  • Francis
    Kenya Kenya
    Amazing resident chef, never expected this, top notch security and my bedroom was so so awesome, I really enjoyed my stay...
  • Miriam
    Uganda Uganda
    I loved the interior decor and general arrangement of lounge area. The staff are friendly and make you feel welcome, always available to help. The area is great for evening walks which I enjoy.
  • Bakrawi
    the United Arab Emirates the United Arab Emirates
    The staff are very friendly and dedicated and the food in the restaurant is amazing. I liked the decoration and the whole set-up very much as it feels very cozy and like home.
  • Ozash
    Nepal Nepal
    The rooms are nicely decorated, cozy and comfortable. Toni and the team were extremely hospitable. Food is delicious.
  • Hobbs
    Ireland Ireland
    Esther welcomed us to the beautiful Hotel 256. The room was beautiful and very clean. The dining and are were also lovely. The food prepared by the chef was the best we've had in Uganda. The hospitality really was wonderful. We really enjoyed our...
  • Louise
    France France
    We spent two nights at this fantastic location! It's the ideal spot to stay before and after traveling around the country. The staff is incredibly friendly (special thanks to Tony!!), and the chef is highly skilled-the food was outstanding. The...
  • Adit
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The place was really amazing, people are really amazing (nice,friendly,sweet) Everything was really super cool,I had the best stay and I would love to come back again next time
  • Alan
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    This is a cool and unique little spot, I can't talk enough about the interior and staff who were amazing. The accommodation is located in safe neighbourhood that is very secure, also I had two meals that were outstanding 👌🏿.... I would be...

Managed by Solomon & Moses

Company review score: 9.9Based on 21 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Hi there! We are two Ugandan brothers, Solomon and Moses. We've been living here in Kampala, for the last 25 years. We enjoy meeting new people and familiarizing ourselves with other cultures. This is, essentially, why we've decided to become full-time hosts.

Property info

A cozy gem with heartwarming service and breathtaking views of Lake Victoria & Serena Golf course. Located within 20 minutes drive from Entebbe airport, and easy accessibility to most of Kampala's attractions. Personalized touch across the board, with great attention to detail. Comfortable bedding and interior designs with an eco-friendly touch.

Neighborhood info

Hotel 256 Kampala is located in Mirembe Villas, an affluent estate overlooking Lake Victoria and Serena Golf Course. Its within walking distance from Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, as well as Speke Resort Munyonyo, and Munyonyo Martyrs shrine.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
    Additional charge
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Transportation

    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Lockers
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Strollers
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Babysitting/Child services

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
    • Dry cleaning
    • Laundry

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Convenience store on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

    Spa

    • Kids' pool
      Additional charge
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo

    • Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo is 7.5 miles from the center of Kampala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Playground
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Evening entertainment
      • Kids' club
      • Horseback riding
      • Bike tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Walking tours
      • Entertainment staff
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Live music/Performance
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
      • Themed dinners
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
      • Cooking class
      • Nightclub/DJ
    • Check-in at Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo is from 6:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Room options at Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double
      • Twin
    • The prices at Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1