Victoria Forest Resort

Hotels
7.4 (85 reviews)
Kalangala , Kalangala , ug

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Hospitable staff
Calm environment
Cons:
Broken outdoor furniture
Limited amenities
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.48
Some cleanliness issues mentioned, such as broken furniture and insects.
Service
8.45
Staff were described as hospitable and welcoming, providing good service despite some inefficiencies.
Location
8.49
The location is praised for its gorgeous views and peaceful environment.
Room Quality
6.94
While the rooms are comfortable, some furniture is aged and could use improvement.
Amenities
6.97
Limited amenities were noted, with issues regarding the bar and outdoor furniture.
Value for Money
7.43
Overall, a fair price for the experience, though some inconsistencies in food quality were mentioned.
Food and Beverage
6.98
Breakfast was good, but the quality of cocktails and dinner options was poor.
Overall Experience
7.45
The stay was enjoyable with mentioned drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:04

Property Description

Beachfront Location and Outdoor Amenities:
Experience a relaxing stay at Victoria Forest Resort with its stunning beachfront location, outdoor swimming pool, and private beach area.

Comfortable Rooms with Lake Views:
Enjoy well-appointed rooms with a terrace offering picturesque lake views, along with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bed linens.

Convenient Services and Activities:
Benefit from services like a 24-hour front desk fluent in English and Swahili, and activities like cycling with bike hire available. Plus, take advantage of the free airport shuttle service for a hassle-free stay.

Book now for an unforgettable getaway at Victoria Forest Resort!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public 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 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 8 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 9 years old and over stay for US$50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 85 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.48
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.49
Room Quality: 6.94
Amenities: 6.97
Value for Money: 7.43
Food and Beverage: 6.98
Overall Experience: 7.45
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Sarah • solo_traveller • de
7
Toller Ort zum Entspannen Hi
Pros:

Die Hotelanlage liegt direkt am Wasser. Man hat einen wunderbaren Blick über die sehr schöne Umgebung.
Vor Ort gibt es ugandisches Essen und eine Bar sowie ein gemütliches Restaurant.
Das Hotel ist ein wenig außerhalb des Ortes, denOet kann man gut zu Fuß oder auch mit dem Shuttle des Hotels erreichen.
Zur Anlage gehören auch ein Pool und viele Sitzecken.
Wer Lust hat die Gegend zu Fuß zu erkunden, kann an der kostenlosen Walking-Tour teilnehmen.
Insgesamt ein passender Ort um sich vom städtischen Trubel zu erholen und ein wenig Entspannung zu bekommen.

Cons:

Die Anlage wirkt recht alt und hat schon viele Jahre gesehen.
Man sollte sich auf häufige Stromausfälle, kein W-Lan und ein bisschen langsames Personal einstellen.
Extraleistungen werden zu übertrieben hohen Preisen angeboten.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • ug
6
Pros:

De dame bij de recepties was behulpzaam we kregen een vervallen kamer na contact werden we meteen geholpen naar een beter kamer

Cons:

Het eten en de accomdatie is tie aan renovatue ondanks de mooi locatue

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • ug
1
Cons:

The food is too expensive and not worth the money asked and they don't care about people's allergies

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Christian • family_with_children • it
10
Pros:

Tutto

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Sumayyah • couple • ug
8
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • family_with_children • ug
2
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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jayne • couple • gb
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • ug
3
Overall very disappointing, old and smelly furniture and bedsheets, uneducated staff
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Old and smelly , plus no coffee and water for breakfast. They charged us extra for Water.
Food on the menu was not available, tv was not working, phone in the room was not working. Plus price on the booking website was different from the one they charged- they charged more.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jill • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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kim • family_with_children • ug
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Marjut • couple • fi
6
Pros:

Sijainti kiva, mutta Victoriajärvessä ei voi uida loisriskin vuoksi.
Rauhaisa alue, kaunista luontoa. Hotellilta voi tilata opastetun sademetsäkävelyn.

Cons:

Ruoka ei ollut erityisen hyvää. Uima-allas sijaitsi aivan ruokailualueen yhteydessä.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Jagdeep • couple • ug
3
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Philibert • couple • fr
4
Pros:

Le petit-déjeuner était bon, l'endroit est très sympathique.
Le personnel est gentil.

Cons:

L'établissement Victoria Resort Hotel se veut établissement prisé et "luxueux" sur l'île, mais ne remplit pas les conditions pour...
Les activités proposées ne sont pas du tout au niveau (vélo, massage, canoë...).
Le personnel ne se coordonne pas et cela engendre des lenteurs, des dysfonctionnements...

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sentamu • family_with_children • ug
5
A lot can get better
Pros:

There is a very hardworking gentleman in house keeping who came. The receptionists were very professional

Cons:

Internet and TV services plus the water heater

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Anna Marie • solo_traveller • no
7
Pros:

A gorgeous location and worth the ferry ride. While the hotel itself could use some work, the views and location more than make up for it. Great for bird watchers and those keen on a quiet getaway.

Cons:

The hotel needs to replace much of the furniture outside of the hotel rooms. The suit beds by the pool were all broken and the plastic chairs by the lake were cracked - one collapsed under my small frame.

For a few nights I was the only guest at the hotel. While this had its unique perks, it was also a bit overwhelming how often male staff members would sit down to apparently have a drink with me - when I wasn’t drinking.

2025-12-23 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • ug
9
Pros:

Hospitable and welcoming staff

Cons:

There was no WiFi and TV in the lover cottages

2025-12-11 • via Nuitee
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Charity • family_with_children • nl
4
2025-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Mathabo • couple • ss
5
The resort offers a serene and relaxing environment with comfortable rooms and exceptionally kind st
Pros:

The resort is beautifully located, surrounded by lush greenery and close to the lake, making it a peaceful and scenic getaway. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall environment felt calm and relaxing — perfect for anyone looking to unwind away from the city. The property has great potential for an even more enjoyable stay with a few small improvements.

Cons:

The resort could really benefit from more regular fumigation. Given its location near water and dense forestry, there are quite a lot of insects, crawlies, and even frogs around — and because the doors are slightly raised off the ground, frogs often make their way into the rooms. Additionally, the bar was quite understocked, with many common beverages and alcoholic options unavailable, which was disappointing, especially considering advance guest bookings.

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Arnoldo67 • solo_traveller • de
8
für 2-3 Tage vor allem über ein Wochenende sehr zu empfehlen
Pros:

Pick up service von und zurück zur der Fähre hat reibungslos funktioniert, sehr ruhige Umgebung mit toller Aussicht,
gute Zusatzangebote, gutes umfangreiches Frühstück. Sehr gutes candle light dinner Samstag Abend für fairen Preis.
Personal ist sehr freundlich, Anlage ist sauber und gepflegt, aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen.

Cons:

Auswahl der Gerichte am Abend sehr begrenzt und Qualität sehr wechselhaft, bei den Cocktails an der Bar ist die Qualität
leider mangelhaft. Bezahlung mit Karte möglich, es wird aber ein sehr schlechter Kurs UGX/€ angeboten. Bezahlung in US$
ist zu empfehle. Häufig Stromausfall

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • nl
9
2025-09-12 • via Nuitee