Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd - Kampala

$$$$||View on mapKampala, Uganda7/9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, Uganda, 0|
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Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd - Kampala
7/9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, Uganda, 0·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.7
Cleanliness8.2
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.9
Free WiFi7.7
Facilities7.6
Who stays here
Solo38%
Families22%
Couples16%
Groups14%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.8Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.9
Staff8.7
Cleanliness8.2
Comfort8.0
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.9
Free WiFi7.7
Facilities7.6
Who stays here
Solo38%
Families22%
Couples16%
Groups14%

Heritage hotel in central Kampala with three restaurants and the Rock Bar

Dining

Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd operates three specialty restaurants. Rock Garden Cafe serves a daily à la carte menu of Continental and African dishes. Khyber Pass Restaurant focuses on Indian cuisine, and a separate pizzeria offers additional options.

Entertainment

The hotel's Rock Bar is known as the Number One hotspot in Kampala. Guests have access to nightly entertainment including live music and events. Additional activities include billiards, a nightclub with DJ, and a happy hour.

Rooms

The hotel has 50 ensuite rooms equipped with TV, air conditioning, and a seating area. Many rooms include a balcony offering city views. Each room provides tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom.

Location

Speke Hotel is located opposite Sheraton Gardens in the heart of Kampala. The Uganda Golf Club is 1 km away, and Entebbe International Airport is 44 km from the hotel. Nearby attractions include the Independence Monument, Centenary Park, and the Uganda National Museum.

Services

Guests can use on-site spa services and business facilities including meeting rooms and a business centre. The hotel offers free parking, airport shuttle, and a 24-hour front desk with concierge and currency exchange. Additional amenities include a garden, barbecue facilities, and a sun terrace.

  • Dining: 3 restaurants - Rock Garden Cafe, Khyber Pass Indian, pizzeria
  • Entertainment: Rock Bar - Kampala's #1 hotspot with live music
  • Rooms: 50 ensuite rooms with balconies and city views
  • Location: Opposite Sheraton Gardens, 1 km from Uganda Golf Club
  • Services: Spa, business centre, airport shuttle, free parking
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:30
from 11:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 13.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of rooms:38
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Rooms and availability

Standard Apartment
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Deluxe Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 King-size bed1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd

💵 Lowest room price 48 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
✈️ Distance to airport 41.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Entebbe International, EBB

Location

7/9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, Uganda, 0
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7/9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, Uganda, 0
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7/9 Nile Avenue, Kampala, Uganda, 0
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Monument
Independence Monument
250 m
Luteete-Gayaza road
Gallery antique
550 m
Central Kampala
430 m
Restaurant
Rock Garden Cafe
250 m
Restaurant
Paradise Terrace Restaurant in Sheraton Hotel
550 m
Restaurant
Fang Fang Chinese Ltd
320 m
Restaurant
Amagara Cafe Bistro
320 m
Restaurant
Spectrum
320 m
Restaurant
Fang Fang Chinese Restaurant
420 m
Restaurant
Legends Sports Bar & Restaurant
1.4 km

Reviews of Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd

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FAQ about Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd

What popular attractions are closest to the 4-star Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd?
Guests of the 4-star Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd can visit Central Kampala (6 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Independence Monument placed 5 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd?
Entebbe International airport lies within 45 km of Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd and is reachable with a 36-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd?
Shuttle which will take you to the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd with a 36-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Yes, guests of the hotel can take advantage of a free private car park on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the 4-star Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel?
Unfortunately, the 4-star Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel does not have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit restaurant Piato Restaurant for the taste of international cuisine (550 meters from the property) or Faze 2, which is popular for its Indian dishes (600 meters away).
Does Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel?
Guests of the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:30 and check out from 11:00.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $68.
What payment methods are available in the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel?
At the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd?
The Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd provides such room types as Standard Apartment, Deluxe Queen Room, and Deluxe Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel?
Most rooms at the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel include free wireless internet and a cable flat-screen TV and feature private bathrooms with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. At the same time, all suites boast a stone fireplace and sound-proofed windows as well as a work desk.
Which facilities does the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel provide?
Top locations of the Speke Hotel 1996 Ltd hotel include a gift shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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