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Banda Lodge

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Property grounds
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a lamp. Large windows with curtains provide natural light and views of greenery outside.
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$64
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

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

Room options

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A dormitory room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, a green trash bin, and a couch.

Double Room, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, Pool View

Double Room, Pool View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a bed, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Pool View

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A traditional thatched-roof hut with a stone pathway leading to it, surrounded by greenery.

Double Room Single Use, Garden View

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

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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 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Villa | Terrace/patio

Villa

  • Valley view
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 King Bed, 8 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Room

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Double Room Single Use

Basic Double Room Single Use

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Double Room Single Use

Basic Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room Single Use

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Masaka

At Banda Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Masaka Golf Course and Masaka Regional Referral Hospital. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .This lodge has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Masaka lodge, you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Muteesa I Royal University and 29.3 km (18.2 mi) from Lake Victoria.
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What's nearby

  • Masaka Golf Course - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Muteesa I Royal University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪New Highway Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Elite Backpackers Services Masaka - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Highway Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tabula Byansi Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Plot 99 - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Banda 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
  • Conference 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 a safe and complimentary slippers. This Masaka lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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.

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 all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Banda Lodge?

Banda Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Banda Lodge?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banda Lodge on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$64, 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 Banda Lodge?

Yep, Banda Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Banda Lodge have a pool?

Banda Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Banda Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet brekkie is served daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Banda Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Banda Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Banda Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Banda Lodge?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Banda Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Banda Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Masaka Golf Course is a short 10-minute walk away.

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

Verified

8/10 Good

Allison

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julius

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Alma

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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!
Verified

8/10 Good

Dirk

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

8/10 Good

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Banda Lodge is good in the quality of the place. It is in good shape and the Banda's have a good living quality. The staff is there when someone ask for them. What has to get better with the staff is that the proactively behaviour needs to improve. Service needs good prediction of the customers needs so the customers feels cared. All in all a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Banda Lodge is good in the quality of the place. It is in good shape and the Banda's have a good living quality. The staff is there when someone ask for them. What has to get better with the staff is that the proactively behaviour needs to improve. Service needs good prediction of the customers needs so the customers feels cared.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Catherine

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

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

Kig forbi

Et sted der til en hver tid kan anbefales 🤗 God service. Skønne medarbejdere og dejlig ren swimmingpool 😎
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Banda Lodge is good in the quality of the place. It is in good shape and the Banda's have a good living quality. The staff is there when someone ask for them. What has to get better with the staff is that the proactively behaviour needs to improve. Service needs good prediction of the customers needs so the customers feels cared.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

marc yves m

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

Sin baño privado pero un lugar lindo

El problema es la ausencia de pieza con baño privado. Ese es el mayor inconveniente ya que para ir a hacer sus necesidades o tomar una ducha, es necesario salir de la pieza. Aparte de esto, la vista desde el restaurante es muy linda, la comida que se sirve es buena y bien presentada. El servicio, así como la amabilidad del personal, es excelente.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

crystal

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good food and really friendly staff. Comfortable room and quiet at nighttime. All in all a very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

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
Verified

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