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Grassroots Cottages & Tours

3.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Murchison Falls National Park

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Property amenity
Cottage
Exterior
Cottage | Bathroom
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Gulu - Arua Rd, Purongo, Northern Region
  • Murchison Falls
  • Murchison Falls National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Pakuba (PAF)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Room options

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Cottage

Cottage

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Purongo

At Grassroots Cottages & Tours, you'll be 5.7 km (3.5 mi) from Murchison Falls National Park. Highlights at this lodge include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3-property class Purongo lodge include Murchison Falls and Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate.
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What's nearby

  • Murchison Falls National Park - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate - 54 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • Pakuba (PAF) - 91 min drive

About this property

Grassroots Cottages & Tours

Lodge with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Murchison Falls National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

Grassroots Cottages & Tours also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

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

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 5 per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 100 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (from 12 to 18 years old)
  • Pet deposit: USD 5 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 10 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Grassroots Cottages & Tours offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Yep, Grassroots Cottages & Tours has a free self car park.

What makes Grassroots Cottages & Tours a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Grassroots Cottages & Tours.

Does Grassroots Cottages & Tours serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

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 Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Grassroots Cottages & Tours?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Grassroots Cottages & Tours 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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice place and nice typical room. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019