Athena Hotel Kampala, Kampala ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Faraday Road Bugolobi, Plot 21, Kampala, Uganda

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“The hotel's location is perfect, with easy access to local restaurants, shops, and vibrant nightlife just a short walk away.”view full review

Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Kampala is a 4-star contemporary hotel offering luxurious accommodations and modern amenities in an upscale neighborhood. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and an on-site restaurant serving a variety of international cuisines. Guests enjoy conveniences such as 24-hour airport shuttle service from Entebbe International Airport.

Rooms & Facilities

The Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Kampala offers 50 spacious rooms, including Deluxe King and Executive Suite options. Each room features air conditioning, high-speed internet, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV, ensuring guests have a comfortable stay. The elegantly designed accommodations reflect a sophisticated style.

Dining & Amenities

Ambrosia restaurant serves African, Mediterranean, Asian, and European cuisines, providing a relaxed dining environment for guests. The pool bar offers an open-air setting for drinks while enjoying views of the garden pool. Room service is available 24 hours for in-room dining.

Leisure & Business

Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Kampala features a fitness center for guests looking to stay active and a steam room for relaxation. The hotel provides a modern conference room accommodating up to 25 attendees, ideal for business meetings. Guests can enjoy outdoor activities, including gorilla trekking, which is popular in the region.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is conveniently located near bus stops, providing access to local transportation. It is approximately 2.5 miles from Independence Monument and 3 miles from Uganda National Museum, making it accessible for sightseeing. Guests can easily visit nearby shopping options and bars at the Village Mall.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Queen Room

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Twin Room

2 persons

30 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe King Room

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Executive King Suite

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Fireplace

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kampala 4.7 km

Airports

Entebbe International (EBB) 45.1 km

Jinja (JIN) 77.1 km

Train

Kampala Railway Station 3.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Really good Service!

“The front desk team was incredibly helpful, assisting me with scanning documents and arranging local taxi services seamlessly.” view full review

Spotless Rooms!

“The rooms were impeccably clean and beautifully furnished, providing a high level of comfort that made my stay truly enjoyable.” view full review

Delicious Dining!

“The on-site restaurant offered a fantastic variety of dishes, and the food I enjoyed was absolutely great!” view full review

Excellent Shower!

“The shower pressure was fantastic, making each bathing experience refreshing and invigorating. It was a highlight of my day!” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Yoga class
Aerobics

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

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

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Sauna
Steam room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Faraday Road Bugolobi, Plot 21, Kampala, Uganda

Map view

Faraday Road Bugolobi, Plot 21, Kampala, Uganda

City landmarks

Landmark

Centenary Park

3.3 km

Market

Bugolobi Market

600 m

Museum

Uganda Museum

5.0 km

Mall

Jk Boutique Garden City

3.6 km

Landmark

Capital shoppers Kampala

1.8 km

Market

Namuwongo Market

660 m

Landmark

Liquid Silk

760 m

Landmark

Mbuya Church

820 m

Church

Pentecostal Assemblies of God

850 m

Landmark

Watoto Church at Bugolobi

990 m

Landmark

Kintale Mosque

1.1 km

Landmark

Wildplaces Africa Head Office

1.3 km

Mall

Game Store

2.1 km

Landmark

Makerere University Business School

1.6 km

Landmark

Omega healing center

1.3 km

Landmark

Church Ministries

1.3 km

Landmark

Namuwongo Revival Church

1.4 km

Church

Life Ministries Christian Center

1.4 km

Landmark

Jesus Alive Church

1.4 km

Market

Kitintale

1.4 km

Landmark

St Barnabas

1.4 km

Landmark

International Health Sciences University

1.7 km

Mosque

MUBS Mosque

1.4 km

Landmark

Sung Videos

1.5 km

Landmark

Saint John's Church

1.5 km

Market

Kitintale Market Place

1.5 km

Gallery

Afriart Gallery on 7th

1.6 km

Landmark

Solma Ministries

1.7 km

Landmark

Kisugu Market

1.7 km

Nearby

Church

Church of the Resurrection

250 m

Restaurants

The Alchemist Kitchen & Bar

460 m

31 A Bandali Rise Bugolobi

Mad Hatters Restaurant & Bar

660 m

Plot 45

Dolphin Suites

600 m

Plot 36 Princess Anne Drive Bugolobi

Gatto Matto

950 m

2 Bandali Rise

acChi

980 m

Spring road bugolobi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Athena Kampala provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Athena Hotel Kampala, Kampala

About the Hotel

Rooms & Facilities

Dining & Amenities

Leisure & Business

Location & Transportation

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Price and Room Availability Calendar

Getting around

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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