Offering garden views and free WiFi, Salem Uganda Guesthouse is located 10 km from Mbale town near Mbale-Soroti road. The daily breakfast offers homebaked bread and homemade jam, tea and coffee, eggs, fresh fruits and juice. The restaurant serves African cuisine and international dishes. Every room is self-contained with hot shower and flush toilets. Electricity is provided by solar power and a stand-by generator. Transport can be organized at a fee while a bicycle rental service is also available. A wide range of activities can be offered. Learn about Salem projects and do activities like nature walks, bird watching, a coffee tour or a visit to Sipi falls. Uganda Wildlife Authority HQ is 10 km from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.0
Free WiFi
5.8
Low score for Mbale
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sami
    Iran Iran
    Everything was good, the location is approximately 7 KM out of Mbale city center and it's quiet and so beautiful, Bingi is there for you, she is amazing and helpful. And they are doing a great job, if you have time to have a tour of the compound...
  • Ves
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Amazing hospitality, great breakfast, clean and functional rooms
  • Lea
    Uganda Uganda
    A beautiful and calm place, you can only hear birds and crickets. The staff was very friendly, helpful and they were very flexible regarding the time for breakfast. The breakfast and dinner was also very delicious! Can highly recommend staying...
  • Jan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We travelled with students for a school project. We stayed here for 5 nights. The hotel is based on a sort of campus of SALEM international. With a fence and gate. Also with a guard at the gate which made us feel safe. The staff is very friendly...
  • Jacob
    Germany Germany
    Beautiful place, and Bingi was a great host. The rice and beans were delicious! :)
  • A
    Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I liked everything at Saleem staff are fantastic Driver Abdul was absolutely amazing. The Director was amazing very knowledgable about the project he is peoples person. He wii run a mile for you as a guest.
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bingi was just amazing and made us feel very welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. This is a little oasis of calm set in beautiful surroundings and just what we needed after coming from Kampala.
  • Wies
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The hospital with the guesthouse is in a real nice peaceful environment in the shadow of old trees. Outside the compound you look out over the hills. Everybody was very kind and accomodating.
  • Sara
    Germany Germany
    Shuttle Service vom Flughafen war top! Die Duschen und Toiletten unter freiem Himmel waren originell und schön und trotz aller Wildnis sehr gepflegt und sauber. Auch die Verpflegung war top, tolle Speisekarte und es wurde trotz unserer sehr...
  • Louise
    Netherlands Netherlands
    De kamer bij Salem was fantastisch, we werden goed verzorgd ondanks dat we behoorlijk laat aankwamen. Ik zou een verblijf hier zeker aanraden.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • SALEM Guesthouse Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Salem Uganda Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Wellness
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Salem Uganda Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 12:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 06:30 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 10 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$10 per child, per night
    11 - 14 years
    Extra bed upon request
    US$12 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Salem Uganda Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Salem Uganda Guesthouse

    • Salem Uganda Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Hiking
      • Table tennis
      • Bike tours
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental
      • Tour or class about local culture

    • Salem Uganda Guesthouse is 5 miles from the centre of Mbale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Salem Uganda Guesthouse has 1 restaurant:

      • SALEM Guesthouse Restaurant

    • The prices at Salem Uganda Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Salem Uganda Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Salem Uganda Guesthouse is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.