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Jinja Backpackers

Property class: 2.5

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May

Explore the area

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38 Kiira Rd, Jinja, Eastern Region
  • Place, Jinja Temple
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Jinja Central Market
    ‪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

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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 Single Bed

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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 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Jinja

At Jinja Backpackers you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Jinja Temple and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Jinja Central Market. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Jinja hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Jinja Golf Club and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Source of the Nile - Speke Monument.

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
  • Bujagali Falls - 20 min drive - 10.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Igar Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spot 6 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jinja City Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Laftaz Lounge - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Jinja Backpackers

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
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Jinja Backpackers offers 14 accommodations with complimentary 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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Jinja Backpackers?

Jinja Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Jinja Backpackers?

As of 29 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jinja Backpackers on 30 Apr 2026 start from NZ$116, including 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.

Is parking available at Jinja Backpackers?

Yep, Jinja Backpackers has a free self car park.

Does Jinja Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jinja Backpackers?

No, Jinja Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Jinja Backpackers?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Jinja Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 8:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jinja Backpackers?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Jinja Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024