Stay & Experience

Kampala Hotels

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Where to Stay

Book Early

Kampala fills up fast on December 30–31st. All hotels listed are within 20 minutes of Lubiri Palace, Mengo.

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Kampala Serena Hotel

📍 Kintu Road

From UGX 380,000/night

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Sheraton Kampala

📍 Ternan Ave

From UGX 290,000/night

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Pearl of Africa Hotel

📍 Nakasero

From UGX 240,000/night

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Protea Hotel Kampala

📍 Wampewo Ave

From UGX 160,000/night

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Emin Pasha Hotel

📍 Akii-Bua Road

From UGX 140,000/night

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Mengo Palace Guest

📍 Mengo

From UGX 85,000/night

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Kemron Hotel

📍 Mengo, Kampala

From UGX 120,000/night

Getting There

Transport to Lubiri

Lubiri Palace, Mengo, Kampala - all roads lead here on December 31st.

🚌 Festival Shuttle Bus

Free buses from Kampala city centre to Lubiri every 20 minutes starting from 7:00 AM. Return buses after midnight.

🏍 Boda Boda Zones

Dedicated marshaled boda drop-off and pick-up zones at all entry gates. Organised and safe.

🚗 Private Vehicle

3 secured parking zones with 24-hour security. Arrive before 9:00 AM to guarantee parking.

📱 Bolt & SafeBoda

Dedicated ride-hail pick-up and drop-off lane at the main gate. Recommended for late-night return.

Visitor Tips

Know Before You Go

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Dress Code

Traditional Kiganda attire - gomesi for women, kanzu for men - is strongly encouraged and celebrated.

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Tickets

UGX 10,000 (Lubiri High gate) or UGX 20,000 (Ndeeba gate). Buy in advance to avoid queues.

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Stay Late

The key ceremony and fireworks happen at midnight - the highlight of the entire day. Plan to stay.

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Security

Over 1,500 security personnel including Police, UPDF and Counter-terrorism are deployed.

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Families

Family zones with child-friendly activities are available near the east gate.