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Featuring a garden and views of lake, Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo is a recently renovated guest house located in Kampala, 14 km from Kampala Wonder World Amusement Park. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a shared kitchen and luggage storage for guests. At the guest house, units are equipped with a patio. With a private bathroom equipped with bathrobes, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the guest house, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a buffet or an à la carte breakfast. Guests can relax in the in-house bar, while a minimarket is also available. For guests with children, Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo features an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and babysitting service. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Pope Paul Memorial is 18 km from Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo, while Rubaga Cathedral is 18 km away. Entebbe International Airport is 32 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

    • Breakfast info

    • Buffet

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
6.3
High score for Kampala
Low score for Kampala

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emmanuela
    United States United States
    I was in Kampala for a conference and stayed at Residence 256 for a week. The rooms/facilities look even nicer in person, and the Superior room was excellent and had all the amenities I needed and more! The breakfast (fresh and delicious) was my...
  • 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
    United Arab Emirates 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
    United Kingdom 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
    United Kingdom 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...
  • John
    Uganda Uganda
    It's a lovely place with great people. We had a weekend staycation for the entire family. The place is beautiful, homely, and warm. They have six rooms, so they can handle a large family. The furnishings and accessories are quite captivating. It...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Solomon & Moses

Company review score: 9.9Based on 26 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

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 information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen

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 sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Nightclub/DJ
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
    Additional charge
  • Restaurant

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

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

    Transport

    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge

    Reception services

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

    Entertainment and family services

    • Strollers
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser 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
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Minimarket on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Allergy-free room
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock

    Wellness

    • Kids' pool
      Additional charge
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Languages spoken

    • English

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

    Check-in
    From 06:00 to 00:00
    Check-out
    From 10:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

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

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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