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Banda Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Masaka lodge

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View
Property grounds
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | In-room dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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26,BAINES TERRACE, KATWE, MASAKA MUNICIPALITY, Masaka
  • Place, Masaka Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Masaka Regional Referral Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Muteesa I Royal University
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Pool View

Double Room, Pool View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Pool View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Pool View

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View | Living area

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room Single Use, Garden View

Double Room Single Use, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Villa | Terrace/patio

Villa

  • Valley view
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 King Bed, 8 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Room

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double Room Single Use

Basic Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room Single Use

Basic Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Deluxe Cottage, 3 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Masaka

In Masaka .Stay at this Masaka lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Masaka Golf Course and 2 miles (3 km) of Masaka Regional Referral Hospital. Muteesa I Royal University is within 2 miles (3 km) and Lake Victoria is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Masaka Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Masaka Regional Referral Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Muteesa I Royal University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Golf Lane Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪New Highway Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tabula Byansi Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Elite Backpackers Services Masaka - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Highway Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Banda Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Masaka lodge
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Banda Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Masaka lodge.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Banda Lodge offers 12 accommodations with safes and slippers. This Masaka lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one way)

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 credit cards
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 Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Banda Masaka
Banda Lodge Lodge
Banda Lodge Masaka
Banda Lodge Lodge Masaka

Frequently asked questions

Does Banda Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Banda Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 75 per vehicle, one way.

How much does it cost to stay at Banda Lodge?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banda Lodge on Apr 28, 2026 start from CA $39, 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 Banda Lodge offer free breakfast?

Banda Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Banda Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Banda Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Banda Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Banda Lodge have a pool?

Banda Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Banda Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Banda Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Banda Lodge to downtown Masaka?

Banda Lodge is 1.4 mi away from Masaka.

Banda Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet place with a nice vieuw from the restaurant up. Staff was very friendly and polite.We liked the Pool.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie, Glenview

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay on our way to our school near the Tanzania border. The staff are attentive to their guests needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ready to receive me on arrival. Patient and helpful staff. Good food. Clean pool. Clean room and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nambooze

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nambooze

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

An upward trajectory

I last stayed here more than 4 years ago and it was okay. Since then they have improved beyond measure. Extensive expansion, a new restaurant and much more professional. It is at the highest end of budget, delivers fantastic value in a good but quiet location and the service was brilliant - especially from Shakira and Angel. If I am ever in the area I would definitely choose Banda Lodge for value, ambience and service. And the Swedish beef/potato/egg thing on the menu is delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Allison

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Would be nice to have a fan for the nighttime but otherwise great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

bo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hopefully this was just an off day. We checked in late. The room is very, very nice, especially the two bedroom. The plug for the TV was not working. The internet was also not working. So we were essentially forced to go to bed. The power was out most of the morning. When we arrived to breakfast all of the food was finished. We waited for them to bring more pancakes and eggs but that was all they brought. None of the other food was replaced, and we only arrived at breakfast at 9 am. It was disappointing that everything we expected from our reservation (cable TV, wifi, breakfast) were missing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice relaxing escape in a unique experience. The staff are attentive and friendly. The view from the restaurant is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Banda Lodge. It was quiet and relaxing - just what we needed. Our cottage was very clean and had everything we required. The shower especially was excellent - the best we have ever had in Uganda. Every meal we had did not disappoint - the food was very good indeed. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful and saw to our every need. We would highly recommend staying at Banda Lodge. We stayed 5 nights and were sorry to leave!

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine, Anderson

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stella is amazing! The beds are less than wonderful but the swimming pool is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the go-to place to stay in Masaka! Banda Lodge was a perfect respite after a week in what I call the 'hard bush' working at a rural clinic. I stayed in one of the rooms that isn't 'self-contained' but that is a tiny distinction& a good bargain. The sparkling clean toilets and showers were right next door. The staff was great, the food very good (though a bit limited as to be expected in a small hotel) and the accommodations very reasonably priced. The view and quieter location is exceptional. Wish I'd stayed longer and had had time to use the wonderful pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easy and Pleasant

Clean room with 4 beds! Only thing was tv/wifi wasn’t working great. But enjoyed our stay, and swimming and the service was so great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Jonathan, Spain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value, great service, exceptional food.

I really liked this property and would definitely stay again. It´s relatively basic and located away from anything else but that makes it fairly quiet and very peaceful. The staff are excellent and the food was exceptional which I didn´t expect. Good value, great service and surprisingly good food. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good break on a journey from/to Entebbe

Perfect for the first or last couple of nights in Uganda - about three hours' drive from Entebbe. Entebbe-Kampala Expressway is open, and has very little traffic. Quality rooms and good food at bargain prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the look of it and the location. It's beautiful and the staff is wonderful! I didn't like that cars had to beep to have the gate opened.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Stylishly designed and very well equipped lodges with indoor relaxation space and kitchen. Excellent breakfast in outdoor communal area. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastisk sted. Kan kun varmt anbefales.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Skøn banda

Det var skønt at bo i en stor banda med megen plads. Høj til loftet, så der ikke er så varmt
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025