Ten quaint, upscale rooms set in tropical gardens in a quiet Entebbe suburb, on the shores of Lake Victoria — the ideal first or last stop on a Uganda journey.
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Overview
A Tranquil Stop on the Shores of Lake Victoria
Set in a quiet, walled garden suburb of Entebbe, Hotel No.5 offers an intimate, boutique alternative to the city’s larger hotels — just ten minutes from the airport.
Whether it's a short layover or a longer stay, Hotel No.5 makes an easy, unhurried case for Entebbe over Kampala as a Uganda base. All ten rooms open onto the hotel's tropical gardens and swimming pool, with large windows filling each space with natural light. Beyond the walled gardens, Entebbe offers the shores of Lake Victoria, the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre and the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary — all easily explored on foot or by local boda-boda, making the hotel a comfortable base for the start or end of a Uganda safari.
10
Upscale Rooms
10min
From Entebbe Airport
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Cooling Outdoor Pool
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On-Site Spa
Rooms
Garden Rooms, Bathed in Light
Ten upscale rooms, several split across two levels, each opening onto the hotel’s lush garden and swimming pool.
Room — Garden & Pool View
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Large windows & natural lightLarge windows fill every room with natural light, with a balcony or sitting area overlooking the garden and pool.
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Four-poster bedRooms feature a four-poster bed and flatscreen TV, finished in a calm, boutique aesthetic.
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Split-level apartment roomsSome of the larger rooms are split across two levels, with a bedroom upstairs and an open-plan kitchenette and living space below.
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The ResidenceA private, standalone two-bedroom Residence offers extra space to spread out, ideal for families.
Experiences
Entebbe, at Your Own Pace
Hotel No.5’s garden setting and easy access to Entebbe’s lakeside attractions make it a relaxed stop before or after a Uganda safari.
Wellness
Spa & Gym
A small on-site spa offers an array of relaxing treatments, alongside a gym with weights and cardio equipment.
Pool
Outdoor Swimming Pool
A cooling outdoor pool set in tropical gardens is the centrepiece of a stay at Hotel No.5.
Nearby
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre
A short drive away, the UWEC offers a chance to see many of Uganda’s native species before heading out on safari.
Nearby
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary
A boat excursion on Lake Victoria reaches Ngamba Island, home to orphaned and rescued chimpanzees.
Nearby
Lake Victoria Shoreline
The shores of Lake Victoria are within easy reach on foot or by boda-boda, alongside Entebbe’s craft markets and shops.
Onward Travel
Gateway to Uganda’s Parks
Just ten minutes from the airport, Hotel No.5 is an easy first or last-night base for onward safari connections.
Dining
Garden Dining, International Menu
Carefully planned menus are paired with an international wine list at the hotel’s restaurant, with a balcony overlooking the pool for outdoor dining.
01The main restaurant, garden views
02The pool balcony, outdoor dining
03The cocktail bar, gin & tonics and Belgian beer
04The garden terrace, for breakfast
05In-room dining, on request
Restaurant — Garden Views
Location
Entebbe, on Lake Victoria’s Shores
Hotel No.5 sits in a quiet, leafy suburb of Entebbe, on the shores of Lake Victoria and just ten minutes by road from Entebbe International Airport.
Entebbe offers a calmer alternative to Kampala as a base, with the airport, lake and wildlife attractions all close by.
The Uganda Wildlife Education Centre and Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary are both easily reached from the hotel.
Entebbe’s craft markets, tailor shops and local restaurants are walkable or a short boda-boda ride from the hotel.
The hotel’s proximity to the airport makes it a popular choice for overnight layovers between international flights.
Fly
Entebbe International Airport is approximately 10 minutes by road from the hotel.
Drive
Kampala city centre is roughly 45 minutes to an hour’s drive, depending on traffic.
Arrive
Airport transfers can be arranged directly through the hotel for arriving and departing guests.
Layover Offer
The Perfect Stopover
Book a night at Hotel No.5 before or after your Uganda safari for an easy, relaxed transition to or from the airport.