Masaka Backpackers provides hostel accommodations, both dormitaries and private rooms, and a campground. We have a 24-hour front desk, restaurant and bar, terrace, barbecue facilities, and a big green garden. At the hostel, the majority of the rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while a few rooms have shared bathrooms for our guests to choose from. Guests at the accommodations can enjoy a breakfast, lunch and dinner in our restaurant. Masaka is a popular stopover on the way to Tanzania, Rwanda, or Kampala for both tourist groups and independent travelers. Lake Nabugabo Wetland System is 13 mi from Masaka Backpackers.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Masaka

See what guests loved the most:

  • Susana
    Portugal Portugal
    Amazing experience with Masaka Backpacks! Excelent reception, we really felt like home. Food is so great! We are gonna miss everyone.
  • Sandra
    Germany Germany
    Joseph was such a kind and attentive host and helped me get settled in Uganda in the nicest way. It is a lovely, tranquil place to relax and sort of your travel itinerary. I would have loved to stay longer just because they were so lovely but had...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • British • Grill/BBQ
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and charges apply.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Mosquito net
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Spa
  • Locker rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

FAQs about Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite

  • Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The prices at Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite is from 7:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Locker rooms
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/Performance

  • Masaka Backpackers, Tourists Cottage & Campsite is 2.3 miles from the center of Masaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.