Bushpig Backpacker Hostel

–Excellent location - show map
+87 photos
Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

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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 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

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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Availability

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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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Guests who stayed here loved

Philippa
Canada Canada
“Great place to stay. Not at all sterile like a hotel. Very homey, interesting, lovely staff who are super helpful, very comfortable single bed in a single room, very clean and very affordable. I felt very welcome at bushpig.”
Suzanne
New Zealand New Zealand
“Honestly, it's one of the very best hostels I've ever stayed in & I've travelled in 89 countries. The facilities are tailored to a comfortable experience with attention to detail, even where facilities are shared. The common areas are really...”
Jonas
Germany Germany
“The hostel is in the middle of downtown action. It also includes a nice bar & restaurant with great food and drinks.”
Danny
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“It's very good stay for the group, Nice lawn and pub services 🙂”
Fritz
Germany Germany
“Chill and laid back vibe, rooms super clean, staff nice and restaurant very good”
Charles
Australia Australia
“Good location. The bar and restaurant are good and the wifi is good.”
Sussie
Uganda Uganda
“The location was optimal. It was nice for our short stay.”
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...”

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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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.