About this property

Bushpig Backpackers offers accommodations in Kampala. The hostel has a grill and terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. JK Boutique Garden City is 0.7 miles from Bushpig Backpackers, and Nakumatt Oasis is 0.9 miles away. The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport, 22 miles from Bushpig Backpackers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

    • Loyal Customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emily
    United States United States
    The staff was great , my room was excellent as described. Would stay again
  • Adil
    Sudan Sudan
    It is always great to stay here very nice environment and staff...
  • Lawrence
    United States United States
    Within walking distance to an excellent game restaurant; they have connections with good tour organizations and helped arrange a 'free city walking tour' (we could have booked online, but they made it easier); very well-staffed facility; I...
  • Christin
    Germany Germany
    The hostel is located in Upper Kololo, which is considered the Beverly Hills of Kampala and sort of a party district. The hostel also has a very nice bar, with great food and drinks, that is frequented also by locals. The vibe is super social and...
  • Elli
    Greece Greece
    The staff was very welcoming and helpful! I liked the vibes of the place. I really liked their little cat, too :) The neighborhood felt safe.
  • Jasmine
    Canada Canada
    We were happy with our private double room with ensuite toilet and shower. The room had several good details often lacking in other hostels—clothes hooks, a bench for our backpacks, a table and chair, mosquito net and fan. We had consistent hot...
  • Blair
    Canada Canada
    Great location, very helpful and kind staff, clean bathroom, nice bar&restaurant
  • Bethany
    United States United States
    The staff were so helpful and nice! The bathrooms were cleaned every day. The breakfast was yummy and filling. The restaurant was a great place to socialize and hangout. Would definitely recommend!
  • Bethany
    United States United States
    Really friendly and helpful staff. Social environment so easy to meet people. Breakfast is filling.
  • Mariel
    United States United States
    Bushpig is AMAZING! It truly feels like a home away from home. The staff are so friendly and accommodating, the food is amazing, and it is always clean. I highly recommend it!

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Bushpig Bar
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

Bushpig Backpacker Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
Available 24 hours
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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