Electric kettle, Dining table, Refrigerator, Dining area
Views
Terrace, Lake view
About this property
Elegant Accommodation: HomeOnTheNile in Jinja offers a serene garden and a spacious terrace. Guests can relax at the on-site bar and enjoy free WiFi throughout the property.
Comfortable Amenities: The guest house features family rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and lake views. Additional amenities include a dining area, refrigerator, shower, electric kettle, kitchenware, and wardrobe.
Prime Location: Located 13 minutes from Jinja Golf Course, the property is 7 km from Jinja Railway Station and 10 km from the Source of the Nile. Nearby attractions include Mehta Golf Club at 39 km and Iganga Station at 41 km.
Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the scenic location, lakes, and attentive host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
“View. Staff. Comfy beds. Good Breakfast. Good price.”
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Thomas
Netherlands
“The host, David, immediately helped us arrange activities. Amazing view, scenic location for breakfast, spacious room”
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Francis3103
Democratic Republic of Congo
“Superb little heaven on the lac Victoria. We had all the big house to ourselves with a huge balcony facing the lac. What a great view of the shores of Lac Victoria. David, the manager, is just a lovely and wonderful person who makes everyone feel...”
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Kylie
Australia
“Loved the view and the ambience of the quaint property. Friendly staff.”
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Mana
Uganda
“They includes fresh breakfast and supper smooth WiFi which connects even in balcony or outside bar, so I recon the price is fairer enough.
And the most precious point of this hotel is the lake view! (Even though it's a bit distance from the...”
Inah
Uganda
“It’s homey and the morning smells so natural…we loved it”
Deborah
United States
“Beautiful jungle feel of the resort and property. The bar was delightful!”
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Philip
United Kingdom
“It is cozy and cool with friendly staff members. The upper rooms have a 'million' dollar view.”
Benedikt
Sweden
“Very nice place. Good breakfast and very nice staff! The accomodation is simple but very good.”
Bothma
South Africa
“it felt like home David, my host was a fountain of information. He organized my rafting, a sunset crouse on the lake as well as sundowners, watching Pied kingfishers at work. I could have stayed forever!”
Managed by David
Company review score: 9.8Based on 314 reviews from 6 properties
6 managed properties
Company information
Long established host both here in Uganda and back in the UK , David loves people from all cultures and creeds and welcomes all
Property information
Beautifully designed high ceilinged bright house set in green garden with views over looking Lake Victoria as it becomes the Nile
Neighbourhood information
Quiet neighborhood just 5 mins south of Jinja town center
Language spoken
English
Property surroundings
House rules
HomeOnTheNile takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 11:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 09:30 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.
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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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