Palace Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (161 reviews)
Boma Road , Mbarara , ug

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great value for money
Cons:
Slow kitchen service
Misleading location information

Categories

Cleanliness
7.78
Overall, cleanliness was mentioned positively, especially about the tidy and organized rooms.
Service
8.25
Service was described as amazing with friendly and attentive staff.
Location
7.79
Centrally located, but some reviews indicated that it's not as close as advertised.
Room Quality
7.74
Rooms were noted to be spacious and comfortable, contributing positively.
Amenities
7.27
General amenities were good but lacked specific mentions; average quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.23
Several reviews emphasized great value for money, service, and comfort.
Food and Beverage
6.78
Food quality was described as good, but there were complaints about slow service in the kitchen.
Overall Experience
7.75
Guests generally had a very good experience and highly recommended the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-02-16 08:49

Property Description

Luxurious Garden Oasis
Experience a stay like no other at Palace Hotel, where luxury meets tranquility in the heart of Mbarara. Garden Retreat: Unwind in our lush garden or socialize in the shared lounge. Indulge in delectable cuisines at our restaurant and bar. Convenience at Your Fingertips: Enjoy 24-hour front desk service, airport transfers, room service, and complimentary property-wide WiFi. Explore the picturesque surroundings with popular hiking trails, or opt for seamless travel arrangements with our car hire services. Your lavish getaway awaits at Palace Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 161 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.78
Service: 8.25
Location: 7.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 7.27
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 6.78
Overall Experience: 7.75
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Wim • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Asanka • extended_group • lk
6
Overall, the place was okay for the price. It offered good value, and the stay was generally comfort
Pros:

The location was excellent, and I really liked the room. It was comfortable, clean, and well maintained.

Cons:

What I didn’t like was the receptionist’s attitude. She was not greeting us or smiling, and I’m not sure why. It made the welcome feel less friendly and professional.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Chaudhari Vikas • solo_traveller • ug
10
Pros:

Calm and peaceful place. Very good and friendly staff.

Cons:

Nil

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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WOJCIECH • couple • pl
5
Pros:

No comments

Cons:

Not clean

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
5
Very relaxed staff… take that as a good or bad thing
Pros:

The location is quiet and there was a decent breakfast in the morning. In particular there was one member of staff who seemed really happy and welcoming!

Cons:

The staff were quite non-communicative - it’s like you would ask a question to them and it would seem like they’re ignoring you. The room was also not particularly comfy - very dated, and six thin windows which meant I could hear everything happening from the next building. I saw a mouse/rat come into my room from outside too. Honestly it was a bit disappointing overall.

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Miroslav • couple • cz
8
Pros:

Klidné místo blízko centra. Výborná snídaně.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Maja Kirstine • solo_traveller • ug
8
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Anton • extended_group • fi
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Vaunf • solo_traveller • za
8
Mbarara haven
Pros:

Location, facilities, willingness of staff to accommodate guest preferences.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Pasquier • solo_traveller • fr
3
Pros:

La chambre sur jardin était bien, mais il a fallu que j'insiste et menace de partir , sinon j'aurais eu la chambre "prison" , juste horrible près des cuisines.
J'ai voulu réserver une nuit de plus, hors booking et c'est presque le double.
Personnel argant.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Friederike • extended_group • ch
9
Pros:

Very nice hotel, clean rooms and a small garden space to have a drink in the afternoon. Very friendly personal. The internet connection was good as well!

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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prakasan • solo_traveller • in
7
Pros:

Location , staff and restaurant

Cons:

Restaurant opens at 7 am .
Request was made to give a take away omelette since my bus was leaving by 7-30 am. They didn't respond whereas a Busia hotel was highly helpful on the previous day.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Delali • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very good!!
Pros:

Very convenient!
The location is walking distance from town,
Shops nearby, you can pay with card. Also love that you can pay for your bill from the restaurant when you checkout transaction fees ads up when you travel for a long period. And for some reason they don't have any mosquitoes not even outdoors which I still wonder how lol. I highly recommend this place

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Delali • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great value for money!
Pros:

Great value for money, service is amazing! They really look after you here. The staff are so nice and friendly.
I kept extending my stay because of the comfort. I barely left the hotel as everything you need is at your fingertips. The food in the restaurant is delicious.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Christian • solo_traveller • ch
9
Centrally located hotel with everything you need
Pros:

Very friendly staff, big room with nice room temperature. Good food available at the restaurant.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • ca
9
Pros:

The staff was really nice.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Miguelin1972 • couple • it
10
Pros:

La struttura, lo staff gentile e disponibile e non troppo lontano dal centro anche se usano sempre il boda boda.... Breakfast discreto..... Ottimo prezzo

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Prince • couple • ug
8
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Safik • couple • pt
8
Hotel económico
Pros:

Espaço tranquilo. Quarto limpo com água quente no chuveiro. Pequeno almoço bom com café do Uganda. Staff muito atencioso, especialmente a Catherine que nos indicou um restaurante bom.

Cons:

Está a 2,5 km do centro e não a 200m. Seria bom corrigir esta informação. Para nós não foi problema porque o espaço é tranquilo. E podemos apanhar uma moto taxi para o centro.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee