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Samuka Island Retreat

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

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SAMUKA ISLAND, Jinja
  • Source of the Nile River
  • Jinja Central Market
  • Nile River Explorers

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Samuka Island Retreat

3-star Jinja lodge with restaurant
Along with an outdoor pool, this lodge has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk and a garden are onsite.
Samuka Island Retreat offers 8 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and fans. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The lodge offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This Jinja lodge also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and room service (during limited hours). Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Samuka Island Retreat has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Property is also known as

Samuka Island Retreat Hotel
Samuka Island Retreat Jinja
Samuka Island Retreat Jinja
Samuka Island Retreat Hotel Jinja
Samuka Island Retreat Lodge
Samuka Island Retreat Jinja
Samuka Island Retreat Lodge Jinja

Samuka Island Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaquiline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and serene place. The lake views are unbelievable. The manager Micheal and the rest of his stuff went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Samuka Island Resort is a GREAT place to stay, but one has to be aware of both the environment AND what it take to get there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great spot for a proposal :-)

This is a very nice spot on a secluded island in Lake Victoria just outside the source of the (White) Nile about 20 min by boat. The place is a little rustic so if you’re looking for 4 - 5 Star accommodation this isn’t it but if you’re happy with a little less then you will enjoy this place and peacefulness. Lot’s of bird life and monitor lizards along the shoreline. Everything comes in by boat so the menu options may be limited but they will do their best. The swimming pool was in need of cleaning when we were there but they were on that as we left. The best part of the stay was definitely the team that looks after you while you are there. The sunrise and sunset are beautiful and if there are storms then you have an amazing from row seat to the lightning. It was a beautiful spot for an engagement (bring your own champagne and they will chill and serve it for you).
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to escape to, menu was disappointing at times as a lot of things weren't available. Staff extra helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020