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Jinja Backpackers

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Jinja hotel

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Comfort Tent | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests) | Balcony view
Comfort Tent
Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests) | Bathroom

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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38 Kiira Rd, Jinja, Eastern Region
  • Place, Jinja Temple
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Jinja Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Source of the Nile River
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Tent

Comfort Tent

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

Standard Shared Dormitory (one bed in a men or women dorm, up to 8 guests)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Jinja

In Jinja .You'll find Jinja Temple and Jinja Central Market within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Jinja Golf Club and Source of the Nile - Speke Monument are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Jinja Temple - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Jinja Central Market - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Jinja Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Source of the Nile River - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Uganda Railway Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Igar Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spot 6 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nile Village Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Laftaz Lounge - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Jinja Backpackers

Enjoy free breakfast at this Jinja hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Jinja Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Jinja hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Jinja Backpackers offers 14 accommodations with slippers. This Jinja hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 8

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Slippers

More

  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Jinja Backpackers

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 85.0 per night.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 85.0 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 8

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

Does Jinja Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Jinja Backpackers.

How much does it cost to stay at Jinja Backpackers?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jinja Backpackers on Jun 9, 2026 start from CA $80, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Jinja Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Jinja Backpackers offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Jinja Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Jinja Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Jinja Backpackers?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Jinja Backpackers have a pool?

Jinja Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Jinja Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Jinja Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Jinja Backpackers to downtown Jinja?

Jinja Backpackers is 1 mi away from Jinja.

Jinja Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

4.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was ok. The outdoors was great. The room was great but no breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024