Jinja Backpackers | Hostel in Jinja

9.1 (217 Reviews) |   6 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Jinja Hostel | Jinja Backpackers

6 Bedroom Hostel in Jinja

Comfortable Accommodations

Jinja Backpackers in Jinja offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, wardrobe, and parquet floors.

Dining and Leisure

The hostel features a family-friendly restaurant serving European cuisine and a bar. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area, terrace, or games room. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Convenient Services

Private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle service, and daily housekeeping ensure a comfortable stay. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and bicycle parking.

Activities and Surroundings

Cycling enthusiasts can explore the surrounding area with bicycle hire. The property is located on Kiira Road, offering easy access to local attractions.

Jinja Backpackers is located in Jinja.

This 6 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Designated Smoking Area, TV, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 217 reviews with the average score of 9.1 . Coming to Jinja and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 6 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this Vacation Cottage place in Jinja. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Jinja Backpackers in Jinja is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Jinja Backpackers”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Kiira Road plot 38, Jinja, Uganda

Amenities

ParkingParking
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
ViewView
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
FireplaceFireplace
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor CookingBarbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBar
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • ParkingParking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
  • Private ParkingPrivate Parking
ActivitiesActivities
  • Walking toursWalking tours
  • Game roomGame room
  • Horseback ridingHorseback riding
  • Tour or class about local cultureTour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinnersThemed dinners
  • Bike toursBike tours
  • Pool tablePool table
  • DartsDarts
  • CyclingCycling
  • FishingFishing
GeneralGeneral
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
  • Private check-in/outPrivate check-in/out
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • LockersLockers
  • Shuttle serviceShuttle service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Car rentalCar rental
  • Tour deskTour desk
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • WifiWifi
  • InternetInternet
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Picnic areaPicnic area
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Outdoor fireplaceOutdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • GardenGarden
  • BBQ facilitiesBBQ facilities
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Key accessKey access
  • Security alarmSecurity alarm
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Breakfast to-go containersBreakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securelyDelivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • Access to healthcare professionalsAccess to healthcare professionals
  • Thermometers for guests provided by propertyThermometers for guests provided by property
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Reviews

Value for money:
9.29
Location:
9.27
Staff:
9.56
Facilities:
9.07
Comfort:
9.16
Cleanliness:
9.29
Irene
Aug 27, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Kenya
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Excellent location and breakfast.
Negative: Regulating the showers is quite difficult.
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Double Room with Garden View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Garden View

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels

Living Area

Seating area, Desk

General

Mosquito net, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Key access, Lockers, Reading light, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Children's high chair, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

View

Garden view

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Quadruple Room with Balcony
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 18 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed
Quadruple Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Seating area, Desk

View

Garden view, View

General

Mosquito net, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Key access, Lockers, Reading light, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Children's high chair, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Double or Twin Room with Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Towels

Living Area

Seating area, Desk

General

Mosquito net, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Key access, Lockers, Reading light, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Children's high chair, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

View

Garden view

Accessibility

Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Drying rack for clothing, Adapter

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 26 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Towels

View

View

General

Mosquito net, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Key access, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Kitchen

Cleaning products

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Raised toilet

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Tent
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Tent

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Toilet, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Towels, Slippers

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Seating area

General

Mosquito net, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Key access, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Extra long beds (> 80 inches)

View

Garden view, View

Kitchen

Cleaning products, Electric kettle

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Raised toilet

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Family Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Family
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Toilet, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Towels, Slippers

General

Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Raised toilet

FAQ's

Is this Jinja Backpackers pet-friendly for guests? 

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Jinja Backpackers? 

Check-in time for Jinja Backpackers starts counting from 12:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Jinja Backpackers have a swimming pool? 

No, this Jinja Backpackers does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Jinja Backpackers? 

Best-rates for the Jinja Backpackers starts from $36 per night with includes Parking, Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Balcony/Terrace, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Fireplace, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry with all other facilities. Vacation Cottage™ provides a diverse array of lodging choices for every kind of traveler. We aim to pair each traveler with their ideal cabin, resort, or rental, ensuring a pleasant and satisfying stay with all necessary amenities.

Is Jinja Backpackers a family-friendly place to stay? 

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Jinja Backpackers wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests? 

Based on the information received from our partner, the Jinja Backpackers has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Jinja Backpackers? 

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Jinja Backpackers indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Jinja Backpackers? 

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Jinja Backpackers are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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