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Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel

4.0 star property
Find serenity by indulging your senses with wellness treatments or enjoying stunning views of the surroundings.

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Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 7 PM, sun loungers
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 7 PM, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
The current price is AED 502
AED 600 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Plot 21 Faraday Road, Kampala

What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 7 min drive
  • Embassy of the United States - 8 min drive
  • Makerere University - 8 min drive
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 8 min drive
  • Rubaga Cathedral - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Thrones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Banana Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Nest Bar and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafesserie - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel

Upscale hotel near The Acacia Mall
Located close to Uganda National Museum, Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a Swedish massage. The on-site Cambodian cuisine restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 50 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa services
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • Pool sun loungers

Spa

  • Massage - Swedish

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Local meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Individually furnished
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (from 1 to 17 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 7 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Athena Hotel Kampala
Athena Kampala
The Athena Hotel
Plus The Athena Hotel Kampala
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Kampala
Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Hotel Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–7 PM.

Is Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per person applies.

Where is Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel located?

Located in Bugolobi, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Acacia Mall, Ndere Cultural Centre, and Uganda National Museum. Mulago National Specialized Hospital and Makerere University are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eyitayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean and the rooms immaculately presented and maintained. Staff are courteous and helpful. The location is busy and the roads a little bumpy but overall a nice hotel to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geffry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was swift with warm welcome. Everything was perfect. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geffry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome on arrival.. Check in staff were kind and helpful. Room amenities top notch.. thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in Kampala. Fantastic staff, always immediately helpful. Home away from home. Nice rooms, great location but the staff are the highlight - friendly, welcoming, efficient and facilitating.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I recommend
Nothing really to complain about, great hotel and service. Good location. One thing that could be improved is the breakfast choices - buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Experiencing the epitome of Ugandan hospitality, our stay was elevated by the genuine warmth of the staff, notably Jessie. His unwavering friendliness and attentive service left an indelible mark, ensuring our time there was not just comfortable but truly unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Twesigye Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was here with family for a birthday celebration. This team really understands how to take care of a guest right from check in to check out. Everything in the hotel is modern and updated. The room had some nice personal care items for guests. The location was perfect as we were able to have a night out in bugolobi which is buzzing with restaurants, bars and clubs. The breakfast buffet is a large spread of everything you can think of to eat from western items to African items. Thanks to the team we left with great memories and very relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Onesmo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristoffer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mebble

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Charmane

4/10 Poor

HECTOR

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DECEPCIONANTE
El precio que tiene este hotel es altísimo para lo que realmente es el hotel. Acabados de las habitaciones malas, aire acondicionado con mucho ruido, la música de los pasillos a un nivel alto a las 2am donde parece que estés en una discoteca... Para nada recomendable Experiencia decepcionante.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cost/performance ratio. Very friendly and competent staff
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
Very nice hotel. Room was in perfect condition, including the bathroom. All the necessary toiletries were provided as well as hot beverages . Only wish that the room had a fridge . Internet worked perfectly but have to factor that the hotel has minimal occupancy . Will definitely stay here again .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yousuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a nice new and maintained hotel. The swiming pool is there but its too small.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. I did not know that it was a new hotel (opened only a few months ago). Everything was to a high standard. The food and service was great too. It was on sale on hotels.com and I believe that I got a four star experience for a three star price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business hotel that is brand new, everything is shiny
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018