Accommodation In Mount Elgon National Park
Budget accommodation facilities
Masha Hotel
This hotel is located in Kapchorwa town as you approach the Kapchorwa-Mbale highway. It is one of the budget accommodation facilities that stand-out in Kapchorwa trading town. The facility has 22 self-contained rooms. It has a restaurant and a bar that prepares local cuisines and international cuisines. This hotel can a basement for tourists to trek mountain Elgon.
Crows nest campsite
Crow’s nest campsite is one of the budget accommodation camps located at an elevation of 1771m along the slopes of mount Elgon. It offers comfortable accommodation facilities to visitors that come to eastern Uganda to spend their vacation or even travellers
The campsite has many facilities including cottages and cabins where visitors can take their rest after a long day of activities. This campsite is good for visitors who want to take part in activities like rock climbing, sipi falls hike, abseiling, cultural visits, mount Elgon trekking and many more activities
Rose’s last chance
Rose’s last chance is an affordable and comfortable safari accommodation in mount elgon national park. It is situated 1250m above sea level. It offers budget accommodation all travellers visiting eastern Uganda on their vacations
The accommodation facilities include a dormitory that can accommodate about 20 people, seven single rooms and six double rooms and self camping facilities with tap water, flushing toilets, camping grounds and shower rooms are also available for visitors who want to hire for a few days of their stay at rose’s last chance.
Sipi Travelers Lodge
Sipi Travelers Lodge is one of the budget lodges around Sipi Falls, the base of Mount Elgon in Eastern Uganda which is one of the perfect destinations for nature lovers and adventure seekers. The lodge features comfortable accommodation facilities ranging from self-contained double rooms, Self-contained- twin rooms, and non-self-contained rooms, all offering a very nice stay while enjoying the amazing Sipi Waterfalls activities with the local expert tour guides.
The lodge boasts of providing outstanding service and hospitality to all its visitors/guests, making it a comfortable home away from home. Visitors can try the fantastic cuisine served at the restaurant, which include both local and international cuisine.
The lodge is located along Mbale Kapchorwa main road.
Sipi Guest House
Sipi Guest House is an exceptional and one of the budget accommodation options for tourists visiting Sipi Falls at the base of mount Elgon national park in Eastern Uganda. The guest house is situated in a beautiful location overlooking the splendid landscapes of the falls, and it offers comfortable rooms and facilities for the guests.
The guest house has a variation of room options, including single, double, twin and family rooms, each equipped with comfy beds, a private bathroom, and basic conveniences such as a wardrobe, a desk, and a seating area. Some of the rooms also have a balcony, which gives amazing views of the surrounding falls and the countryside. The guest house also has nice camping ground for guest interested in camping and Car rooftop camping
Overall, Sipi Guest House is a great accommodation option for tourists who are looking forward to enjoy the natural beauty of Sipi Falls and mount Elgon adventures while also having a comfortable and enjoyable stay in a peaceful and picturesque environment
Noah’s Ark Hotel:
Noah’s Ark hotel is well and strategically constructed in Kapchorwa town along the lower slopes of mountain Elgon overlooking the beautiful plains of Teso and Karamojong. Noah’s Ark features 3 branches offering luxury, midrange but majorly budget accommodation facilities. It can host up to 100 people per day and serves well Bugisu coffee in the morning and has got restaurants serving lunch and dinners to both local and international visitors. Accommodations range from suites, cottages, and camps. Noah’s Ark Hotel has a 30-meter hut for you to relax with a bar looking at the magnificent Sipi falls, Arabic coffee plantations, Sipi river among others. Rock climbing and Arabic coffee tours take here.
Moses Camp Site
Moses Camp Site is one of the campsites fit for backpackers with either car rooftop camping or tent camping. Do not expect fancy facilities while planning to stay at Moses Camp Site.
The campsite is located adjacent to the cliff with a magnificent view of the main Sipi Falls and of course, with a breathtaking view of the spectacular Valley.
The campsite has toilets and shower places outside, with no hot water. But you can get hot water for the shower on request. The campsite has a nice campfire spot. When the weather is suitable the staff at the campsite will make for you a campfire in the evening, with a blend of storytelling about the area.
There is a bar at the campsite, but you are also free to come with your drinks. The campsite also a picnic table which you can use to dine as you enjoy the beautiful views and the campfire.
Mid range accommodation facilities
Kageyi Hotel:
This hotel is located in Mbale city along Masaba Road offering midrange service to visitors going for Mt Elgon National Park. From the Post office building in Mbale city, you will need to travel for only 1 kilometre to reach the hotel. Kageyi hotel features 25self contained room, a restaurant, bar, wireless internet, and enough parking space. Kageyi hotel also offers venues for conferences with the capacity to seat seventy people with a desk and over 150 people without a desk.
Mise Cave Lodge
Mise Cave Lodge is among the mid-range Lodges and is located in the Sipi Area. The lodge consists of 9 self-contained double rooms, with hot showers.
The lodge is positioned at a nice site for every type of vehicle to access and is next to the famous Cave, known as Mise Cave. Right at the entry of the cave, it has a small waterfall, which sometimes takes your breath away, since it creates an illusion of raining.
During the ancient days, the cave played a cultural role as it was used for child naming as well as other cultural rituals. For example, the first twin would get a name Chepkwech, where by the second of the twins would be named Chesuro.
However, for now due to modernity the cave has been turned to a tourist destination and you can still access the cave through Mise Cave Lodge. For the travellers who may want to trace the history of Mise Cave, we advice to take a local guide.
Lacam Lodge
Lacam Lodge is a beautiful mid-range accommodation in Sipi positioned next to a cliff with a spectacular view of the main Sipi Falls and amazing views overlooking the Sipi Valley and plainlands.
Lacam means Cliff in the Kubsabiny language, spoken by the local people.
Right at the Lodge you can observe people from a very close distance taking part in the abseiling activity at the main Sipi Falls.
The Lodge has a setup of 4 Bandas of which one is a family room with more beds accommodating up to 4 people. However, the other 3 Bandas have a unique setting where you can enjoy the sunset from your room before dinner time. The 4 Bandas are all well set with flush toilets, hot showers, and comfortable sofas positioned inside the room, and a chair outside on the veranda.
For guests on a budget, Lacam Lodge offers 3 basic rooms with shared bathroom facilities.
Lacam Lodge has partnered with Endiro Coffee which runs the restaurant. However, for Lunch and Dinner at the Lodge, Endiro Coffee has a very nice menu, which Favors vegetarians too.
Wash and wills country Home Mbale:
This the perfect accommodation situated on Muluku estate providing splendid views of Mountain Elgon. The Hotel features thirty self-contained rooms, 8 suites 16 deluxe twin rooms and six executive double rooms all connected with television sets and a minibar. The hotel provides services such as a swimming pool, Health club, pool table, recreational facilities, conference facilities, and restaurant.
Luxury accommodation facilities
Mount Elgon Hotel and Spa:
This is one of the luxurious accommodation facilities located near Mount Elgon just two minutes from Mbale City along Masaba Road owned by Italians. The hotel offers the finest services that include in-room dining services besides the main restaurant services, ice cream, and coffee provided at the coffee bar and other perfect services including conferences and banquets, high-end class accommodation facilities, bar, and restaurants services, hotel transport services, swimming pool services and spa. It’s ideal for part celebrations, family festivals and the conference centre accommodate up to 290 persons. Inside the spacious rooms, there are wooden floors, a hot bath, internet services, and DSTV connections. More than 30 self-contained room at their hotel in the category of a single room, double room, executive and junior suites.
Mbale Resort Hotel:
Mbale resort hotel also offers luxurious services to tourists on the Mountain Elgon national park adventure tour. It is positioned just two minutes away from Mbale city near Mountain Elgon National Park. The hotel features over ninety-four rooms and offers spectacular views of Wanale hills. The Mbale resort hotel has facilities such as a beautiful gym, spa, and a swimming pool. Visitors on their day excursion to hike mount elgon can go there and relax after their thrilling activity of hiking Mount Elgon. There is a well-served restaurant and a full stocked bar and a mini pool sidebar all connected with DSTV services. The balcony is nice while overlooking the healthy palm trees designing the hotel. Upon reaching Mbale City, you can follow the republican street to spot this hotel.
Sipi Heritage Lodge
Sipi Heritage Lodge, which was previously called Sipi River Lodge, is located in the heart of Sipi Falls, where the Sipi River passes. The Lodge offers accommodation in a range of cottages and bandas. Cottages are self-contained rooms. Bandas have showers and toilets outside close by.
The cottages are well designed with a thoughtful mind of the African art. The Lodge offers the best view of the second waterfall and the Sipi River that passes by at the boundary of the Lodge premises.
The cottage’s features include 4×6 feet bed size and 3×6 feet beds. Ensuite bathroom with a double shower, one king-size bed a sofa set, and a private veranda.
The Bandas are made in style reflecting African traditional houses with round walls and genuinely crafted thatched roofing. This simple African style of Riverside Bandas blends into the local outlook within the area. All the bands have shared facilities, toilets, and showers among the residents in other Bandas.
Sipi Valley Resort
Sipi Valley Resort is one of the moderate Sipi Falls accommodations and it is positioned near the cliff with an amazing view of the Sipi Falls and overlooking the Sipi Valley as well as the plainlands up to the lake Bisina and Obeta.
On days with stable weather, you can view beyond those lakes.
Sipi Valley Resort has a breathtaking view and a beautiful landscape. While at the resort one can still enjoy an exhilarating sunset from 6 pm – 7 pm. Even though watching the sunset from the resort is amazing, it is better to watch it from the sunset viewpoint with a 360-degree view.
The accommodation facility offers double rooms, and single occupancy rooms, all self-contained. For travellers, who would like to camp, the resort offers a huge camping ground also suitable for camping vehicles.
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