The Fat Cat Backpackers  

In the heart of Kampala, a short stroll from Acacia Mall and the British High Commission. About 0.6 miles from the Uganda National Museum and close to Mulago Hospital. A central backpackers hostel ideal for budget travelers exploring the city.

An unpretentious, well-kept spot with 10 guestrooms—mostly shared dorms of four to eight beds and a few private double and triple rooms. Expect clean beds, hot showers, fans and complimentary bottled water. Common spaces include a rooftop terrace and a garden, with daily housekeeping and friendly 24/7 staff who speak English, German and French.

Rooftop terrace and garden plus a library, picnic and barbecue area for laid-back hangs. Bar and on-site restaurant serve meals; complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast daily. Laundry and dry-cleaning, free on-site parking, tour desk and airport shuttle (surcharge) keep logistics simple. Concierge and car rental help you get around.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for flexible arrivals and departures.

Start your day with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast served from 7 AM to 10 AM. On-site bar and restaurant offer local flavors and easy evening meals after a day in the city.