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Murchison Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Budongo Central Forest Reserve
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
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Outdoor pool
Fireplace
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Point of interest

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Bobi - Masindi Rd, Masindi, Western Region
  • Budongo Central Forest Reserve
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Mparo Tombs
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, Garden View (Mixed)

Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Suite, Garden View (Mixed)

Highlights

2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Located on the ground floor
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory (Girls/Boys)

Shared Dormitory (Girls/Boys)

Highlights

2 bathrooms
Detached private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Masindi

At Murchison Backpackers, you'll be 19.3 km (12 mi) from Budongo Central Forest Reserve and 46 km (28.6 mi) from Murchison Falls National Park. Highlights at this hostel include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy access to ecotours and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Budongo Central Forest Reserve - 36 min drive
  • Mparo Tombs - 47 min drive
  • Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Masindi Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pumpkin's Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Talemwa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Travellers' Corner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪New Court View Hotel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Murchison Backpackers

Hostel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Budongo Central Forest Reserve
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Murchison Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. 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 Masindi hostel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Murchison Backpackers offers 30 accommodations. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Murchison Backpackers - Masindi Masindi
Murchison Backpackers - Masindi Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Murchison Backpackers Masindi
Murchison Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Murchison Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Masindi

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Murchison Backpackers?

Murchison Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Murchison Backpackers?

Yep, Murchison Backpackers has a free self car park.

Does Murchison Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yep, free English brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Murchison Backpackers?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Murchison Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Murchison Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

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