4 Star Hotels in Kampala, Uganda

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Winston Churchill, upon visiting Uganda, dubbed its beauty "The Pearl of Africa." A safari through the region highlights its rich beauty and its rich culture. As you make your considerations for your activities, Kampala offers an insightful journey.

Kampala is the capital city of Uganda that has a population in excess of 30.9 million. You may be tempted to travel via the motorcycle taxi, or the bicycle taxi known as the boda-boda, but these are very risky and lead to a lot of accidents. Traffic is hectic and it's a good idea to use the white taxi-bus or the double-decker instead.

Uganda's tropical climate will keep you young as you head out on all kinds of adventures. The exotic jungles of the nearby Ngamba Chimpanzee sanctuary, the Jinja river, and the beginning of the Nile River can provide excursions like rafting or nature walks, ape tracking, bird watching, safaris and so much more.

Kampala Serena

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The Serena Hotel is a member of Leading Hotels of the World. It is right in the heart of Kampala, a world apart from the city around it. The hotel sits on 72 acres of landscaped gardens with water as its central theme. The Imperial waters that adorn the gardens transport the traveler to a sacred savannah. The Serena Hotel is host to the arts of Uganda, with local works adorning the walls. The city is the professional, social and artistic center for Kampala. The facility is situated in central Kampala, 40 kilometres from Entebbe International Airport.

Kampala Serena
Hotel class 5.0 of 5
P. O. Box 7814, Kintu Road, Kampala 256, Uganda
serenahotels.com

The Sheraton

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With fountains in the lobby and exotic dining, The Sheraton provides all the amenities a reputable resort should offer. It sits just 45 minutes away from Entebbe International Airport, very close to the Central Business District.
The fully-equipped Kidepo health club, featuring a cardio gym and an exotic outdoor pool, will keep your heart pumping while in the city. The hotel also offers tennis, squash courts, a kids playground, and a VIP floor for its guests. Enjoy a sauna, a massage, or any of the treatments at the beauty salons after a long safari before embarking on your journey.

The Sheraton
Ternan Avenue
P. O. Box 7041
Kampala, Uganda
256-414-420000
www.starwoodhotels.com

Metropole Kampala

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Best described as "chic," the Metropole Kampala is an impressive structure of cool calm. It boasts all the amenities the modern traveler would hope to expect. Guests have the choice of a 24-hour coffee shop, just in case the jet lag gets the best of you. Two other excellent restaurants are available for guests.

Metropole Kampala
www.metropolekampala.com
Plot 51/53, Windsor Crescent,
P.O.Box 7293, Kampala, Uganda
888-790-5264

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Article Written By Amanda Abernathy

Amanda Abernathy has written professionally since 1999. She specializes in writing about people, healthy living, fashion and travel and her feature articles have appeared in several nationally recognized publications. Abernathy studied communications at a Santa Barbara college.

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