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Speke Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kampala with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Balcony view
Deluxe Double Room
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | View from room
Snack bar

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Plot 7 9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, 7036
  • The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
    8 min walk
  • Embassy of Sweden
    17 min walk
  • Uganda Golf Course
    2 min drive
  • Kampala (KLA)
    15 min walk

Room options

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Trundle Bed

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About the area

Kampala

Speke Hotel places you in the centre of Kampala, within just a 15-minute stroll of The Parliament of the Republic of Uganda and Embassy of France. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, 4 bars/lounges and a nightclub. .The café, Rock Garden Cafe, serves international cuisine. Rock Bar is the hotel's own cocktail bar. 4306 square feet (400 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Kampala hotel include Embassy of Sweden and Embassy of Sudan.

What's nearby

  • Uganda Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Makerere University - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • St. Francis Hospital - Nsambya - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Embassy of the United States - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • The Acacia Mall - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fang Fang Restaurant, Communications House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Royale - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Slow Boat Resturant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Equator Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seven Seas Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Speke Hotel

Hotel in Kampala with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges
There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business centre and 3 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4306 square feet (400 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at the business-friendly Speke Hotel. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Kampala hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • 4306 sq ft of conference space
  • 400 sq. m of conference space
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Childcare (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Coffee shop
Speke Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 35-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Kampala hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Khyber Pass
  • Mammamia Pizzeria
  • Rock Bar
  • Rock Garden Cafe
  • The Piano Bar

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (4,306 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Speke Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: UGX 158000 per room (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Speke
Speke Hotel
Speke Hotel Kampala
Speke Kampala
Speke Hotel Hotel
Speke Hotel Kampala
Speke Hotel Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Speke Hotel?

Speke Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Speke Hotel?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Speke Hotel on 25 Nov 2024 start from NZ$170.05, 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 Speke Hotel?

Yep, Speke Hotel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

What luxury perks are available at Speke Hotel?

Speke Hotel features a nightclub, 3 restaurants and 4 bars. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and room service.

What makes Speke Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Speke Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Speke Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Speke Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Speke Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Speke Hotel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Speke Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Speke Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 185 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mangharam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is very comfortable in all terms
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
On the whole very pleasant. Polite and helpful staff. Except that the girl at reception always tries to give us a room that is cheaper than the one we have booked and paid for. This has happened twice in a row. On thé plus side the manager has contacted us when we had left a bag by mistake and we got it back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the worst hotels I have stayed in
Initially I booked an apartment-it is not clear from the site that you have to walk across a muddy car park to get there. The apartments are really poor quality. So I upgrade my 2 day stay to a room, which was nicer but still not in the main hotel. I paid USD 15 for this but when I came to check out I had to pay another USD 15. There was no hot water in the room and the shower attachment leaked terribly. I was offered a room change because of the water but a friend who was staying there said he too had no hot water so there seemed little point. The reception staff are uninterested generally. The breakfast is poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mustafa

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
Ok ok
It was ok... bed not comfy as expected hotwater was scarce and no water to wash on the commode
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lianie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful, fast wifi, accessible to everything, good people
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingemar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good central location, apartments/suites are subject to external noises (2 night of loud music!) but otherwise well appointed. Staff are great, meals were lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel to stay in Kampala
Great place for the price , the staff was amazing. In one of the best parts of town as far as location . I would recommend this hotel if you come to Kampala.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Standard Apartment at the Speke
I booked a standard apartment for 4 nights, which was bigger than expected but pleasant. It is not in the hotel, but out the bar area and across a parking bay. Not a problem for me, and the autonomy of an apartment makes it worthwhile. The staff was friendly and helpful, the Indian food in the Khyber Pass was probably the best I've had. The kitchen in the apartment was stocked with plates and cookware, stove and fridge worked as well. I would definitely stay at the Speke again and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Had best experience
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Obaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place. Great location! Good food restaurant on the side. Delicious breakfast buffet every morning!! Friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a pleasant stay
If you stay in the apartments be prepared for a lot of early morning noise from the street
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Per

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Ambiance and price friendly hotel in City Center
The hotel is very reasonably priced to nearby alternatives - and very conveniently located - in Kampala city. The hotel has a nice old ambiance .... some services are a bit run down and the breakfast is of poor quality. The staff is friendly and old school. The hotel doesn't have a gym - but its sister hotels have and you get access to those excellent facilities (a 12-minute drive). .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just love staying there. such a great ambience in the middle of Kampala. Food good, staff great. It has to be experienced. Has car parking and good access for where one need. Just nice to sit even waiting for food and soak up the atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Speke staff are like family to us!
The staff is WONDERFUL! (That’s why we continue to come to the Speke) A bag was delayed on arrival, and when it came a couple days later, the staff (Robert!) secured it for over a week until we returned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Old Charm
I loved this hotel, it's old and quaint with large rooms, powerful showers and old school toilets. Its got charm and style that some of the modern hotels lack. The staff were friendly and helpful. It is right in the centre of town so it's a bit noisy with traffic going past throughout the night. Better to ask for a room at the back. The only thing I will criticise is the food, the bread and cakes at breakfast were stale, and the restaurant doesn't serve local food. Other than that, I am a happy customer and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A lot of noise outside by locals vet early mornings
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

GILLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Which Speke you choose ?
I made a mistake thinking I booked Speke resort and in fact it was thé other Speke in city center. I vé been charged 80 dollars for staying Speke resort with 2 meals and 2 breakfast. I took it. Potentially I m not alone being a kind of victim of thé confusion between thé two places. I love Speke resort AT thé point WE stayed even sunday afternoon. Globaly for this moment I spent 230 euros and not even a coffee has been offered...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Harry

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel, and where I always stay in Kampala if I'm not up for spending the amount required for one of the five star hotels. It has a nice charm, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. It is also a central location. My one concern on this trip is that the pictures are deceptive. I have always been given a room that looks like the pictures - with a sitting area that has windows. On this trip, they tried to give us all small rooms, without any sitting area. I was told that it is the same room. Of course, that is not what the pictures show though, and it is a very different type of room and experience, especially since we needed a little meeting space. Eventually they were willing to move one of the three rooms to be in one as per the pictures, but I am still not sure if the person at check-in made a mistake, or if they have deceptive pictures. Either way, this should be fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of character, several options for dining, good food. Welcoming and helpful staff. Some decor is looking tired, the toilet flush leaked when pressed, the shower could not hold even temperature. I didn’t like them charging vat on drinks prices shown in the menu when it was included in the food prices shown. Eg. 6000Ush for a beer became 7400Ush.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021