HomeOnTheNile

–Excellent location – show map
+2 photos
Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: HomeOnTheNile in Jinja offers a serene garden and a spacious terrace. Guests can relax at the on-site bar and enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and lake views. Additional amenities include a dining area, refrigerator, shower, electric kettle, kitchenware, and wardrobe. Prime Location: Located 13 minutes from Jinja Golf Course, the property is 4.3 mi from Jinja Railway Station and 6.2 mi from the Source of the Nile. Nearby attractions include Mehta Golf Club at 24 mi and Iganga Station at 25 mi. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the scenic location, lakes, and attentive host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Oliverius3008
Germany Germany
“If you go for a weekend to Jinja - stay here. I had a double room and enjlyed the morning and evning views on the source of the white Nile. Staff is very friendly. Great breakfast as well.”
J
Canada Canada
“Charming place with friendly staff. Interesting view of the source of the Nile. Very good value. I really appreciated the secure parking and the upper deck / dining area.”
Gabriel
Canada Canada
“David - the owner - is very helpful, very kind. The hotel is much more beautiful than shown on the pictures, it is absolutely amazing! The rooms are big, very clean, the bar is awesome, and the staff is very helpful.”
Brigitta
Hungary Hungary
“We were amazed by this accomodation! Everything is made very comfortable and beautiful, for an affordable price. The common areas were beautifully made, clean, really nice spaces to spend some time. Nice view out to the lake. Interesting and calm...”
Ruoyi
United States United States
“Enjoyed a peaceful stay in a private room and loved the gorgeous views of the Nile from the bar/restaurant area. Main house is decorated beautifully and breakfast was incredible, owner and staff were also warm and welcoming.”
Luke
Uganda Uganda
“I liked the design of the place, the nature around it, the customer care most especially from the West Nile Lady.”
Cornelia
United States United States
“Home on the Nile is a wonderful place to stay. Good breakfast and dinner. Very friendly and helpful staff. The owner goes out of his way to help. He gave us some good tips! We definitely would recommend to stay at Home of the Nile.”
Alyssa
United States United States
“Serene location with stunning views! Our room was amazing- excellent fan to stay cool, beautiful patio, high ceilings, really nice shower, lots of outlets! Breakfast was incredible and staff was super helpful. We had a car rental but it was easy...”
Nic
Canada Canada
“From the beginning to the end everything was perfect. Accommodations are nicely decorated and have all the comfort that you need. The food is delicious, the bar is very cute ans the good atmosphere is making you wanna stay longer. David is an...”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was a lovely space to stay with a private bathroom and a fridge. We had a beautiful outside space overlooking the lake with a sofa where we could enjoy breakfast, coffee and reading. All of the staff were very friendly and welcoming and...”

Managed by David

Company review score: 9.8Based on 313 reviews from 6 properties
6 managed properties

Company info

Long established host both here in Uganda and back in the UK , David loves people from all cultures and creeds and welcomes all

Property info

Beautifully designed high ceilinged bright house set in green garden with views over looking Lake Victoria as it becomes the Nile

Neighborhood info

Quiet neighborhood just 5 mins south of Jinja town center

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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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.
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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.