Top 10 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Entebbe, Uganda - Updated 2024

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Located in central Uganda, Entebbe is a town which sits on a peninsula in Lake Victoria. It’s a popular spot for a beach holiday, with a number of beaches dotting the town, including the popular Lido Beach. Also nearby is the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, which aims to protect native Ugandan wildlife. Other attractions include the Entebbe Botanical Gardens and the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary. There’s also a wide range of restaurants, with food from all over the world. Sounds like your perfect holiday destination? Let us help you plan your trip! We’ve compiled a list of our ten favourite Airbnb vacation rentals in Entebbe, so continue reading to explore your options.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.

1. Family-owned B&B (from USD 40)

Starting off our list is a family owned bed and breakfast. The B&B has a total of six en-suite rooms to rent, which are housed in grass thatched roofs that are 30 feet high. Amenities include Wi-Fi and a cable tv. There’s also a washing machine and dryer for you to use, as well as a communal kitchen where you can cook meals.The Airbnb is about a 20-minute drive from the most popular beaches in Entebbe so it won’t take long to explore the town’s attractions. But there’s plenty to explore in the areas as well. Nearby, you can relax in the sun at Pearl Beach, or grab a cup of coffee or a simple meal at the Banga Beach cafe. You’ll also be near Nakiwogo Market Entebbe, a farmers market which is perfect for those who prefer to cook in.

Stayed at this property?
Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
4.0 km (2.5 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
100 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire bed and breakfast 2 Beds 2 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
our room very roomy with nice deck
wi-fi available in the comfortable living and dining area
the wifi is very good and the food delicious
the breakfast was individually cooked and excellent the coffee very good :) we would definitely stay again
delicious food terrific wifi and very friendly hosts
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and nicely done
the chalet was very clean and all i needed was available
the guest house itself was spotlessly clean and tidy
secrets is clean safe and very serene
i loved the accommodation - really comfortable clean and beautifully decorated
Host:
the owners are very nice
all the staff are very friendly and the hosts super helpful
fantastic host very welcoming and helpfull
also they were very helpful with planning activities in uganda
staff and also local people very friendly
Location:
location relative to the airport and location in entebbe are great
i love the location of the guest house easily accessible but yet in a quiet area
trips to town or interesting places to visit were well arranged
good location comfortable place and great food very glad to have stayed here
we walked into town as a pleasant walk going through local houses and was approx 1 hour
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2. The Guinea Fowl - boutique hotel and restaurant (from USD 75)

The Guinea Fowl is perfect for those who like modern accommodation. This boutique hotel is full of sleek, modern furniture mixed with African prints. The hotel has a total of 6 bedrooms and offers communal living and working areas. There’s a beautiful garden to enjoy the sun, and a full breakfast is included. The hotel is located just five minutes from Entebbe airport. You’ll have food options nearby, including Maanzo Aperitif Bar & Restaurant, a sports bar where you can enjoy a meal and watch a football game. You’ll also be a 20-minute walk from the popular Lido Beach, so you won’t have to go far to relax on the warm sand or take a dip in the water.

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Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
2.26 km (1.5 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
75 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
love the design the furniture and the set up of the rooms
the wifi worked very well and it was quiet--outside noise was not a problem
the hotel itself was adorable with beautiful yet simplistic furnishings and comfortable and spacious indoor and outdoor space
we enjoyed a fabulous casual dinner on the veranda and made to order breakfast before our flight
the rooms are tidy and cheerful the common space very pleasant and tasteful
Cleanliness:
everything was super clean
the house was immaculately clean from ceiling to floor
my room was spotless and beautiful with a huge shower
the bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was also very modern and clean
the room was clean and the food available at the guesthouse was amazing
Host:
the staff was also lovely
also a great staff :-)
one feels like home and the staff is extremely nice and helpful
lizzy and her staff provide and inviting lovely place to stay in ebb
lovely ambience staff beautiful
Location:
stay every time i need to be close to the airport great place
what a gorgeous place so close to the airport and all the major sites in entebbe
second time staying lovely quiet place and ideal for the airport
great place for a relaxing break and useful location for us to base ourselves in
great place nice to have a driver collect you from the airport and good breakfast
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3. Hibis Guest House (from USD 34)

Hibis Guest House has 10 bedrooms, with accommodation available for a total of 16 guests. It can accommodate solo travellers, large groups, and everyone in between! You’ll have access to Wi-Fi so you can stay in touch, and there’s a cable TV and even a gym for you to use. Breakfast is included, but you’ll also be able to use the kitchen if you like to cook meals in. The home is located just a ten-minute drive away from the airport, and only an eight-minute walk away from the town centre. It’s very near to Lake Victoria, as well as other attractions like Entebbe Zoo and Sailors Herb Beach. You’ll also be very near the Entebbe Botanical Gardens and a number of restaurants, including Thai Garden Entebbe, a well-reviewed Thai restaurant.

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Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
2.15 km (1.4 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
18 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in bed and breakfast 16 Beds 16 Guests 16 Bedrooms 8 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 16

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the rooms were clean and spacious
Host:
staff was very friendly
marvin and company are such great hosts
comfortable and the host and staff are wonderful
thank you so much to marvin and all of the staff at hibis got an amazing two weeks
i got to chat with the host before leaving and was impressed with his professionalism and kindness
Location:
this is a very nice house safe walking distance to the beach
marvins place is perfectly situated just off lake victoria
if you wanna stay close to entebbe's major entertainment facilities hibis guesthouse is your answer
great place comfortable accessible and very flexible
a new great place in entebbe
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4. Private room in a chalet (from USD 60)

Coming up next is Secrets Chalet Three, which offers a private room in an apartment. It’s located right near Banga Beach, so you won’t have to go far to enjoy the sun and sand. You can also relax at a cafe called Banga Beach: it’s the perfect place to enjoy a meal and look out over the water. You’ll only be a 15-minute drive from other attractions in Entebbe, including the Entebbe Botanical Gardens and the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre. The apartment offers a wide range of amenities, including wireless internet and a cable tv. You’ll be provided with essential linens, and there’s a washing machine and dryer for you to use. Breakfast is provided, and the hosts can set you up with family equipment like a high chair if needed.

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Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
4.19 km (2.6 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
5 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN RENTAL UNIT 4 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the breakfast was fantastic
we were four and felt comfortable in the space
Cleanliness:
the living space was pleasant clean and just what they described on the airnb site
Host:
derek and angella were excellent hosts
the people there in charge were so wonderful and helpful
Location:
lovely and close to the airport
it’s just a wonderful place to be
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5. La Nest guesthouse (from USD 34)

La Nest is a guesthouse with three bedrooms, accommodating up to seven guests. You’ll wake up to breakfast each morning, and have access to the full kitchen to cook other meals if you’d like. The guesthouse has Wi-Fi, as well as a TV. Guests have access to a shared living room and dining rooms. There are also beautiful gardens to relax in, and a balcony to sit on.The space is perfectly located for enjoying all that Entebbe has to offer. In just five minutes, you can arrive at the Entebbe Wildlife Education Center and the Entebbe Zoo. You’ll also be near Victoria Mall, so you can shop til you drop! When you’re feeling hungry, stop by De’Bar for a meal and a cold beer.

Stayed at this property?
Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
411 meters (0.3 ft) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
40 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in guesthouse 4 Beds 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
her bnb is very clean with comfortable beds
the beds are comfortable and clean
her place is sparkling clean breakfast delicious and place is located well near everything important in entebbe
home is very serene clean comfortable and we felt very welcome
very clean quiet neighborhood but perfect walking to restaurants and botanical garden and zoo
Host:
mariam is a excellent host
mariam is a super host
she is very pleasant and accommodating
mariam is a very good host
mariam is a gracious host with a very welcoming personality
Location:
first of all the location is perfect walking distance to the botanical garden and the pier
the location is great breakfast was great and we loved playing with the puppy
good stay location is in a good spot for seeing attractions of entebbe (botanical gardens beach areas etc)
great location peaceful great breakfast and i felt completely at home
mariam's place is the best place to stay in entebbe
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6. Serene flat (from USD 69)

This entire flat is available for larger groups or families. It can accommodate eight guests in four bedrooms. This rental sits on the edge of Lake Victoria, so you’ll be surrounded by stunning views. There’s convenient free parking on site, and an anti-burglar electric fencing to help you feel safe. There’s a fully functional kitchen, and a TV to relax in front of after a full day of exploring Entebbe. The flat is located just 15 minutes from Entebbe Airport and is only a seven-minute drive from the town centre. You’ll be very near to Entebbe Zoo, so you can spend the day admiring animals local to Uganda. You can also relax on Lido Beach, or enjoy the foliage at the Botanical Gardens.

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Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
4.2 km (2.7 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
4 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Location:
great place to be at
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7. Private room in bungalow

Finishing up our list is a private room in a bungalow. Your room will have a single bed and a workspace, and you’ll have access to a communal kitchen and living room. There’s a free parking spot on site, and you’ll be provided with essential linens.The bungalow is located just a ten-minute drive from most of Entebbe’s attractions, including Lido Beach and Entebbe Botanical Gardens. It’s about 15 minutes from Entebbe Airport, so it won’t be long before you can set your bags down and relax. You’ll also be near Lake Victoria and the popular Carpe Diem, a restaurant with views of the lake.

Stayed at this property?
Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
2.72 km (1.7 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
Private room in bungalow 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

8. Papyrus Guesthouse

Next up is Papyrus Guesthouse, a bed and breakfast with ten bedrooms. It’s located just ten minutes away from the airport, from which the hosts offer complimentary pickup. The B&B is located near Lake Victoria. In the immediate area, there’s a pickup spot for Wild Frontiers Uganda Safaris, which offers a variety of wildlife tours and trips in Uganda. You’ll also be only a ten-minute drive from other attractions in Uganda, including Lido Beach and the Botanical Gardens. The B&B offers free parking and wireless internet. There’s a full kitchen for you to use, and cable tv to relax in front of. You’ll be provided with essential linens and a hairdryer. In the mornings, a cooked breakfast will be provided.

Stayed at this property?
Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
2.72 km (1.7 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
Private room in bed and breakfast 16 Beds 10 Bedrooms 8 Bathrooms

9. Private room and bath at the Leadership Institute

Next on our list is a private room at the Leadership Institute, an education centre in Uganda. Proceeds from your stay will help pay for the interns’ academic needs. The Leadership Institute is ten minutes from Entebbe Airport, so you can quickly relax after your arrival. There are a number of food options near the Airbnb. Head to La’ Cafe for a coffee in the morning, or grab a meal at Carpe Diem, a popular restaurant which overlooks Lake Victoria. You’ll also be near Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, a great place to view Ugandan wildlife.The rooms at the Leadership Institute have private bathrooms, and there’s Wi-Fi available so you can stay connected. There is a library which you’re welcome to use, as well as gardens to relax in. There’s also free parking on site.

Stayed at this property?
Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
2.06 km (1.3 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
123 reviews  
ROOM IN BED AND BREAKFAST 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room has a kettle and the complimentary coffee was a bonus
i enjoyed the delicious coffee and a nice breakfast
flowers in the room were nice
great room great bathroom very helpful friendly students generous fruit coffee water etc
there was decorations with fresh flowers int he bathroom
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and spaciuos
a very clean and welcoming place to stay
highly recommended the space is big spotless and clean dr
cozy clean and comfortable room
everything was very clean and well taken care of
Host:
kids are sooo kind and welcoming
the hosts go above and beyond to help in every way
the residents and staff were very welcoming and even played a little tune in their music room
interns were lovely hosts and delightful to meet
the interns were very kind and showed us around the property
Location:
perfect place to stay near the airport
ali was a beautiful place very close to the airport
the neighborhood is fantastic - walking distance from eateries and a quick drive from the airport
great location coming from the airport the interns were very helpful and welcoming
such a great experience to close my vacation in uganda
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10. Lake Breeze Villa

Lake Breeze Villa is a great choice for those who are travelling in larger groups. With five bedrooms, this townhouse can accommodate up to nine guests. You’ll have access to conveniences like free parking on site, wireless internet, and cable TV. There’s also a full kitchen to cook in, and a washing machine to use. The townhouse is a 20-minute drive from Entebbe Airport, and the town centre is just a 15-minute drive away. Head to the popular Lido Beach to enjoy the sunshine and cool off in the water. Golfers will want to spend some time at Entebbe Club, a golf course with a bar and restaurant. Enjoy walking around Entebbe Botanical Gardens before devouring a delicious meal at Ramzi Hijjawi, a well-reviewed Lebanese restaurant.

Stayed at this property?
Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
14 reviews  
Entire townhouse 5 Beds 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
absolutely beautiful setting lovely spacious house very comfortable
beds and blankets were comfortable too
Cleanliness:
big plenty of space really clean
the place is very spacious clean and affordable and the onsite caretaker robert is wonderfully kind and helpful
Host:
the host is perfect
amazing place with great caretakers
very clean and spacious home with a kind/helpful host named robert
jennifer was very helpful and answered all questions i asked
Location:
it’s a great location for rest and relaxation very quiet
if you are looking for a pocket-friendly but superb place to stay then this is it
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Enjoy Entebbe

Entebbe, Uganda offers a wide variety of attractions to explore. Whether you like to spend your holiday relaxing on the beach or you’d rather spend your time exploring Uganda’s wildlife, you’re sure to find something to keep you occupied! And there’s plenty to chose from on Airbnb as well. Go for a sleek hotel or enjoy the community at a guest house. Pick your favourite and book your trip today!

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Nicole is an American expat living in London, England. When she moved from the midwest to London in 2012, it was her first time leaving the US. She has traveled steadily since then, making trips...Read more

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