See all properties

Thames Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly Entebbe hotel with water park, connected to a shopping centre

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Thames Hotel

Bar (on property)
Front of property
View from room
Room amenity
Property grounds

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Water park
  • Free babysitting
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | Room service – dining

Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Single Room

Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Single Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Map
17 Mile Entebbe Road Off Mpala Trading, Centre, Entebbe, 00256

What's nearby

  • Kitubulu Forest and Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Sesse Islands - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Victoria Mall - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Entebbe Botanical Garden - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Imperial Shopping Mall - 11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 17 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Javas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gaucho Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪S&S Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪4 Points Bar and Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Thames Hotel

Adjacent to a golf course, Thames Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Entebbe. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the water park, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A free airport shuttle, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 75 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
  • Express check-in available
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Up to 10 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Free babysitting

Pets

  • Pets stay for free

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site extended parking
  • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Free off-site parking nearby

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle (available on request)*

Off-site

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • Playground
  • Free babysitting

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 2002
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Water park access (surcharge)

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for UGX 100000 per stay

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December.

Also known as

Thames Entebbe
Thames Hotel
Thames Hotel Entebbe

Frequently asked questions

Does Thames Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thames Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Thames Hotel?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Thames Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Parking spaces may be limited. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Thames Hotel?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thames Hotel?
Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Thames Hotel and nearby?
Thames Hotel has a water park and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Thames Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Thames Hotel like?
Thames Hotel puts you in the heart of Entebbe. Popular attractions include Kitubulu Forest and Beach, which is 4 minutes away by car.

Thames Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The gal named Brenda was capable excellent cook n hostess very friendly n helpful
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Interesting location in Entebbe
The hotel had engaged a driver to pick us up from the airport and he was there despite the fact that the 'plane was delayed which we appreciated - interesting vehicle but it went. Hotel was not what we expected as it had no ac and the rooms were airless and stuffy and when we got there there was no power. The most helpful person was the driver who took us to the Zoological Park (well worth an visit) and then suggested where we ate supper (really good food and fab view of Lake Victoria) and picked us up afterwards. Overall disappointed in the hotel as it looked nothing like the 'photo on Expedia.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Not Happy!
Management failed to provide staff that I needed transportation from airport. There was no hot water. There was only one cable channel. The electricity was turn off during the day.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Bed was uncomfortable, no hot water as advertised, the hotel was much farther from the airport than other similarly priced hotels, and the other guests in the hotel were loud all night.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

hotel was very bad
it was the worst of my life I( want all my money back
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Comfortable hotel with friendly staff
This is my go-to hotel to stay in when I am passing through Entebbe. Staff here are very accommodating. They will pick you up at the airport free of charge, and drop you off. Hot water is abundant and the breakfast is great. I highly recommend Thames!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Pleasant quiet hotel
I booked online and then phoned the hotel from Ireland to check I was to be collected from the airport and gave the flight I was coming in on which was late in the evening. I confirmed that I was to be collected and that they had my name. I did not give the arrival time first because if they advertised a collection service the London flight is one they should know and also there could be a delay so they should routinely check before expected arrival. I was not collected and had to take a taxi which substantially increased the cost of my stay and to which they made the most minimal contribution. So although I was well looked after by the staff when I arrived the the owner was never there and was unhelpful. This is the first time that I have been seriously disappointed at my treatment in Uganda which in general is a country I would highly recommend
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

great stopover
Responsive staff, good food. In a major expansion but it didn't affect service. Grew airport shuttle is a real draw. Only thing lacking is A/C.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Okay for one night stopover
The hotel was quiet and a little out of the way located in local residential area mixture of basic homes and shops. High street busy and plenty of choice of eateries. Area very dark at night and possibly not safe to wander around alone. Hotel claims to have free wi-fi but not working at time of visit and so had to go to local internet cafe and taken there by hotel staff who kindly waited for me and also arranged taxi for early hours departure from Entebe airport. Room comfortable and clean, had to ask for towels, extension lead to plug in air conditioning fan and TV. TV only local channels and no news or english channels available and bad reception. Shower luke warm temperature but good flow and bathroom generally nice, newish and clean. For the one night okay wouldn't wish to stay for longer. Staff friendly and helpful
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

ideal for airport
Perfect location around 15 minutes taxi ride from airport so you don't need to spend a lot of money at a chain type hotel
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Hôtel agréable
Très bon accueil malgré l'heure tardive d'arrivée . Le petit déjeuner était excellent et le personnel très avenant. Je retournerais volontiers dans cet hôtel .
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Estancia en el Thames Hotel
El hotel es bueno en comparación de otros hoteles de la zona. El desayuno es aceptable. No tienen adaptador de corriente por lo que la carga de teléfonos, cámaras y computadores debe preverse. Hubo demora en la respuesta de la confirmación de la reserva y en la confirmación de recepción de los datos del vuelo de llegada pero no se presentó ningún problema y el Hotel garantizó el traslado del aeropuerto al Hotel aún sin haber verificado la reserva. Volvería al Hotel y lo recomiendo.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

bescheiden hotelletje langs aarden weg.
Thames hotel ligt langs een aarden weg die uitkomt op grote geasfalteerde baan Entebbe-Kampala.Taxi gestuurd door hotel.Taxidriver stond op te wachten met bordje met onze voornamen. Eén nacht verbleven. Ontbijt bescheiden.De taxidriver voor de rit naar grens met Congo stond 's morgens stipt op tijd aan hotel.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

sale
Insectes dans la chambre. Pas de papier hygiénique. Pas de savon. Aucun accueil. Pas de réception à l'aéroport alors que signale dans la publicité. En conclusion : Nul, à fuir...
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Under den afrikanska stjärnhimlen...
...satt vi i den underbara värmen och drack en kall öl och tuggade på lite sockerrör, som en av de anställda just kom hem med och gärna bjöd på. Litet och mysigt "familje"-hotell, som kunde erbjuda oss precis vad vi behövde på genomresa mellan flyplatsen och sedan vidare mot Tanzania. Relativt enkel standard, men rent och snyggt och definitivt helt OK. God frukost.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Proche de l'aéroport
Proche de l'aéroport ,personnel sympa,propreté douteuse,environnement sale. Juste pour une nuit!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

average
The location of the hotel is quiet. The rooms are ok (you have a mosquito net around the bed), but basic. The most irritating issue about the hotel is that there is a family living on the compound of the hotel so that when you are sitting for dinner, you are exposed to normal family life (such as children crying meters away from the breakfast table, or persons of the family taking a shower only meters nearby, or the nearby kitchen engaging in cooking and feeding of the children. Hence, the hotel life is not properly separated from the private life of a family living on the same compound. Another disturbing issue occurred when we ordered dinner. Between the placement of the order and the actual serving of the meal some 2 hours elapsed. Also, there was no menue offered. You have to take whatever was bought before by the family running the hotel. Other than the above, the hotel is quiet and the athmosphere is truely African, meaning relaxed. While we were there spending 2 nights, only 2 other guests stayed at the hotel during one night. So it is a pretty remote place.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Det var et fint hotel til prisen. Der var rent og pænt dog var der ikke gjort rent under sengen og der lå en kæmpe død kakkelak hvilket var temmelig klamt at opdage. Internettet virkede ikke og det gratis wifi var den primære grund til jeg valgte stedet. Desuden virkede tv sinalet heller ikke.
Verified Hotels.com guest review