Meilin International Hotel

Hotels
Independent
9.2 (10 reviews)
Plot 15 Mackinnon Rd, Kampala, Central Region , Kampala , UG

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Health or beauty spa nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Casino
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Rude service
Unclean rooms
Missing amenities
Bad breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
3
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a major concern, with multiple reviews indicating the rooms were not clean.
Service
2
Service was severely criticized by guests, with complaints about rude behavior from the General Manager and missing room amenities.
Location
5
Mixed feedback on the location, with no specific positive or negative trends mentioned.
Room Quality
3.5
While rooms were described as spacious, concerns about cleanliness and missing amenities impacted the overall rating.
Amenities
2
Multiple amenities reported missing in the rooms, such as a kettle and iron, contributing to a low rating in this category.
Value for Money
2.5
Guests felt that the high price was not justified by the poor service, cleanliness, and missing amenities.
Food and Beverage
1.5
The breakfast was specifically mentioned as very bad, impacting this category rating significantly.
Overall Experience
2
The overall experience was rated very low, with guests expressing a desire to never return to this hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-29 04:39

Property Description

Luxurious Spa and Recreation
Indulge in rejuvenating body treatments at our full-service spa and stay active in the fitness center before trying your luck at the on-site casino.

Dining and Entertainment
Experience exquisite dining options at our restaurant or grab a quick bite at the snack bar/deli. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge and start your day right with a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in individually decorated guestrooms featuring fully equipped kitchens, Tempur-Pedic beds, and private balconies. Enjoy entertainment with smart televisions and stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access.

Immerse yourself in luxury and convenience at Meilin International Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Covid

    Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 10 reviews
Cleanliness: 3
Service: 2
Location: 5
Room Quality: 3.5
Amenities: 2
Value for Money: 2.5
Food and Beverage: 1.5
Overall Experience: 2
R
raissau2025 Business
2
Terrible service
Pros:

Worst experience I have ever had. The room is spacious but not clean for real. Some amenities missing in the room….no kettle, no iron, very bad breakfast. Also, the General Manager is very rude as if he is not from hospitality🤮 Never going back.

2025-03-27 via Tripadvisor
D
drx2025 Business
6
Not for Non-smokers
Pros:

Staff has great hospitality, location is great. Smoking is unbearable. This is not a hotel for non-smoker, the smell radiates throughout. Standards are definitely not for Africa or U.S., even parts of Europe who have more strict accommodating standards for non-smokers. Much potential, but the smoking is a huge a downfall.

2025-02-09 via Tripadvisor
I
Immaculate
10
Pros:

I enjoyed my stay though the TV had an issue

2025-01-29 via Nuitee
P
P
2
Could be a whole lot better
Pros:

Firstly the staff were very helpful and the room was nice, however the WiFi was intermittent at best I could not even watch TV for 4 of the five nights, they gave us a router that worked from a SIMM but it ran out of credit after one day, the towels in the bathroom were grey, not white.

Breakfast was ok nothing special, overall it had not been for the staff I would have left the hotel and went somewhere else. Disappointing experience all round.

2024-10-25 via Nuitee
Y
Young jong
2
Pros:

I would never recommend this hotel. For the following reasons, I tried to move to another hotel. I wonder what you guys are thinking when recommending staying at a hotel like this. Also, it is suspected that the people who post false reviews are probably hired by the hotel.
bad review
1. Power outages more than 20 times a day
2. Breakfast is a mess
3. Wi-Fi is too slow and interferes with work
4. Nothing to do around
5. I couldn't watch TV, so I requested several times and was able to watch it in 5 days.
6. Staff is friendly but everything else is a mess
7. The window is broken and I have to use all my might to open it.

Good reviews
1. Staff is friendly and does their best.

2024-08-22 via Nuitee
M
MR PATRICK
10
Pros:

Meilin International hotel is a decent place to stay when you are looking for a convenient and comfortable property around town. I thought the ground floor was a little stuffy and the hallways could’ve been a little better aerated. The gym is simply functional but could serve the purpose, especially for somebody looking for a quick workout. Handsdown, the staff at the property are very polite and friendly. I could’ve given it a five star, but for the poorly aerated hallways and the rug on the ground floor.

2024-07-19 via Nuitee
6
661cliftoni Business
10
Hospitablenand responsive
Pros:

Fantastic reception by Peter at front office
Very responsive when there's need
And the meals are good, all varieties.
The washrooms are very clean and the ambiance, ooh my God, just lovely.
I'll come back here.

Had a very calm uninterrupted meeting.
Thank you

2023-11-22 via Tripadvisor
G
Getaway27853732830 Business
10
I GIVE THIS HOTEL EXCELLENT
Pros:

I am a tourist and I recently stayed at the Meilin International Hotel in Kampala, Uganda. The hotel is located on Nakasero Hill and is connected by Mackinnon Road and Ssezibwa Road, making it easily accessible to the Kampala CBD and other vital services such as corporate business offices, government ministries/departments, shopping centers, banking facilities, and leisure destinations such as the Kampala Golf Club. The hotel is renowned for its strategic location and is considered one of the best hotels in Kampala . It offers unparalleled luxury, comfort, and style to discerning travelers.

The hotel provides a variety of elegantly furnished accommodation facilities, including Studio Suites, Deluxe Family Suites, and Executive Suites, all equipped with modern amenities such as a kitchen, air conditioning, smart TVs, high-speed internet, and more.

The Seafood Restaurant at the hotel serves delicious seafood dishes prepared by international professionals who have a passion for creating dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

The Sky Bar is a trendy lounge that features ambient music for guests to enjoy while sipping on premium cocktails, wine, and other beverages.

The hotel also has private meeting rooms that are perfect for intimate gatherings, professional business meetings, and special events. With state-of-the-art technology and elegant decor, these rooms provide a stylish and comfortable environment for your next event .”

2023-10-04 via Tripadvisor
J
Jet51503772413 Business ug
10
Beautiful Meilin International
Pros:

I m so love it.The is the best Hotel in Uganda.nice environment and good service.and I Know that this is the number 1 Chinese hotel in Kampala also.The first one I m really love it.The price also friendly. If you d like to travel uganda.Meilin international it’s your Choice.

2023-07-31 via Tripadvisor
0
01mjm Business az
10
Great value. Great staff. A good business hotel.
Pros:

First, I booked for three weeks and then decided that I would stay another two since I was getting work done and the Meilin was a great place for me to work.

The staff were excellent and super friendly. It was like coming to my home away from home every time I went out and came back. Everyone greeted me like I was family.

Breakfast is served in the room. It was so easy to manage and I did not even have to leave the room.

The room itself, on the sixth floor, had a nice view of the golf course area. It was a nice suite - king bedroom, large bath and shower room, great living room and desk space for getting work done, the the kitchen was highly functional.

Internet worked well for my business activities.

The hotel is close - within walking distance - to the center of town. Every day I walked to the Garden City Mall which was a perfect distance for me to get some exercise. To and back were about 6500 steps.

This was a great hotel experience from someone who has already spent 3/4 of 2023 in hotels.

The room rate was very good value for money.

2023-05-08 via Tripadvisor