Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel in Kampala offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and modern amenities. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax in the garden, terrace, or bar. The property features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Additional services include a shared kitchen, picnic area, and free on-site parking. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, including juice, pancakes, and fruits. Private check-in and check-out, a paid airport shuttle, and a 24-hour front desk ensure a comfortable stay. Prime Location: Located 37 km from Entebbe International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Kampala Wonder World Amusement Park (3 km) and Kabaka's Palace (6 km). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and excellent breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Anwar
Uganda Uganda
“Breakfast was healthy and affordable clean and beautifully presented.Chef was so hospitable.Room are beautiful and clean the hot water is everything for me so yeah 👍”
Robin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is the second time I have stayed at the hotel. Once again it surprised me by by the oasis of calm and quiet in which it resides in a city which you can only describe as manic and a cacophony of noise. The staff work so hard to make your...”
Christian
Germany Germany
“Nice remote location with a good view. Room had garden view and was big. Staff was helpful and friendly.”
Robin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was excellent, better than any I have had in Uganda in the 30+ plus years I have been going there. It was set in a very quiet location near the summit of one of Kampala's hills. The garden was an oasis of peace and relaxation, so...”
S
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location - we felt like we were at one with nature. Also as we had occupied majority of the rooms there it felt like the whole place was like our own. Breakfast - was brilliant especially as they had a good variety of food to cater for us...”
Margaret
Uganda Uganda
“this is my second time here i love the property the place is quite clean with amazing views breakfast super good stuff friendly”
Margaret
Uganda Uganda
“this is place is amazing very quite the room is sooooo homely the bathroom is real home settings loved the food the view at the balcony is to die for”
Elizabeth
Kenya Kenya
“The staff were really friendly and accommodated my requests. Food portions were large and they served it Ugandan-style, which is rare in comparable hotels. Amazing views, especially as it was Diwali when I stayed there.”
Esther
Kenya Kenya
“The hotel is excellent and the images are an accurate representation. The breakfast and meals in general are always superb. The only downside is the location as it is a little bit off road but the road is mostly accessible.”
Abdulrahman
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“Staff is friendly,generous and very welcoming Property is refreshing, clean with a neat breeze View is magical day and night”

Managed by Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel

Company review score: 9.3Based on 41 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Well experienced hospitality professional with a large experience in EasT Africa. Very welcoming personality, hands on and well groomed, The General Manager shall ensure and go out of his ways to make you have the experience of a life time. He is very observant and will endavour to deliver a very personalized service, reflecting the Boutique Hotel image of exception and uniqueness.

Property information

Serenity and Bliss in the heart of Kampala, Uganda Discover the captivating Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel, nestled in all green atop one of Kampala’s oldest hills, Makindye. Pangolin was named after the endangered spec “The Pangolin.” It is 2mins away from Latitude 0 degrees Hotel and in close proximity to the city center. Our quiet heaven accommodation is surrounded by beautiful trees, flowers with two terrace gardens, it is very quiet and one can hear the chirpping sounds of the birds. Uniquely appreciated for its personalized service, Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel is composed of 10 rooms with spectacular views overlooking Kampala City. Chill-out near the "al fresco" bar area. All rooms offer fast and reliable internet connection/Wi-Fi, Smart TV (Netflix, you-tube) and our Deluxe rooms have split air conditioning. Our Chef will spoil you with a delightful and exquisite continental breakfast with tropical flavors. Share a privileged moment around our bonfire in a relaxing atmosphere or stroll along our perfectly manicured green grass terraces.

Neighbourhood information

Makindye hill is largely residential with a number of boutique hotels tucked in between homes, it offers a magnificent view of Murchison bay a part of L.Victoria in the southeast, arena mall Nsambya with major restaurants, a Cinemax showing movies throughout the week is just 15 minutes away, there are other hospitality hubs close by like La Chateau, American recreational center among others.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 09:00 to 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
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.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 20:00 and 23:30
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Pangolin Nest Boutique Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

A damage deposit of US$20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.