Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Residence 256 Kampala in Kampala offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and lake views. Each room features soundproofing, tiled floors, and modern amenities. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional facilities include a shared kitchen, minimarket, and indoor and outdoor play areas. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves a buffet and à la carte breakfast with halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Evening entertainment and cultural classes enhance the stay. Convenient Location: Located 20 mi from Entebbe International Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Kampala Wonder World Amusement Park (8.7 mi) and Kabaka's Palace (11 mi). Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Tonghai
Canada Canada
“It’s located in a very safe and gated community. The breakfast is great. And they serve pretty delicious lunch and dinner as well. I had consecutive three dinners at there. The service is excellent. Esther helped me conduct the tour company and...”
Akello
Uganda Uganda
“The location is perfect, the staff are very welcoming and friendly. Food is so fresh and delicious.”
Tibugwisa
“Stayed here with my family and we loved the exceptionally friendly and thoughtful hospitality from the staff, they anticipated all our needs and catered to them. The rooms were cozy, clean and comfortable.Set in the exclusive Mirembe villas we...”
Sophie
Uganda Uganda
“The host was very friendly. The interior decor was great and clean. The bed was comfortable”
Laura
Italy Italy
“The stay at Residence 256 have been great! We loved the room and enjoyed to walk around the compound; a big thanks to Esther who since the very beginning made us feel like home and supported us in each request.”
Mario
Netherlands Netherlands
“A safe, quiet and very well designed place between Entebbe and the crowded centre of Kampala. Within a sort of secured compound area. Everything in the room was there. Very clean too. They know their job very well. You can also have dinner there....”
Coen
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very friendly and helpful people, food is good and affordable. Property was clean and beds were comfortable. Location is in an apartment building in Mirembe villas (compound). Not too much around. We arrived in the night (from the airport) and...”
Faith
Uganda Uganda
“Residence 256 is an unassuming hidden gem. You walk through the doors into a little, tastefully decorated oasis. The rooms are exactly as pictured and very comfortable, the staff are wonderful and so friendly - shout out to Esther - and the...”
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...”

Managed by Grace & Moses

Company review score: 9.4Based on 50 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Hi there! We are a Ugandan couple, Grace 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 info

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.

Neighborhood info

Residence 256 Kampala is located in Mirembe Villas, an affluent estate overlooking Lake Victoria and Serena Golf Course. It's within walking distance from Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, as well as Speke Resort Munyonyo, and Munyonyo Martyrs shrine.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

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

Amenities of Residence 256 Kampala, Kigo

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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