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About this property

Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Bushpig Backpacker Hostel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Kampala, 800 metres from the German Embassy. Free private parking is available on site. Some rooms are furnished with a private bathroom. The rooms feature lined and towels as extras. Guests can enjoy a meal and a drink at the on-site restaurant and bar. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. An airport shuttle is available at a fee. The Irish Embassy is 1 km from Bushpig Backpacker Hostel, while Uganda National Museum is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport, 42 km from Bushpig Backpacker Hostel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were so understanding, especially Gloria and so welcoming. They really made me feel at home, felt safe and very comfortable Will definitely go back if I am back in the country. I definitely recommend it
  • Michal
    Poland Poland
    Social atmosphere, easy to meet other travels, nice bar where locals are coming in the evening, nice and helpful staff
  • Laura
    Rwanda Rwanda
    I loved staying at Bushpig so much that I came back a second time. The location is central, the private rooms were very clean, and the reception can help to organize exciting activities during your stay. I especially enjoyed the free walking tour...
  • Himanshu
    India India
    The location, atmosphere and positivity of Gloria & team.
  • Elias
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The hostel is at a great location, has a cozy common area and super friendly staff! The private rooms are big and clean.
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gloria was amazing. And all the other staff were good. Felt safe.
  • Hyeonjin
    United States United States
    Safe location, staff helps you figure out things to do in Kampala
  • Tony
    Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
    A very nice place located in the most convenient location imaginable. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will most likely visit again. Gloria and the team were super helpful from the time the booking was confirmed.
  • Khalid
    Kenya Kenya
    Bushpig Backpackers — the perfect spot to rest, recharge, and meet fellow wanderers in the heart of Kampala.
  • Uusitalo
    Finland Finland
    We travel a lot. I have visited 127 countries and my wife 101. With our travelling experiences i can recommend this place. The manager of the hostel is so helpful and warm She helped us to arrange the safari and helped us in everything. The...

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Bushpig Bar
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
Available 24 hours
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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