Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages
Plot 11 Nambi Rd, Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
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Amenities
Hiking
Massage room
ParkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
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Property Description
When you stay at Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages in Entebbe, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Sesse Islands and Entebbe Golf Club. This beach hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Victoria.
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6.5/10
Cleanliness6.5
Amenities6.5
Location6.5
Service6.5
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Surroundings
Airport: Entebbe International Airport
(8.3 km)
Airport: Kajjansi Airfield
(22.5 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
11
Honeymoon Suite, Beach View
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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10
Standard Single Room With Garden View
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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7
Executive Room With Garden View
Bedroom 1:1 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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6
Traditional Double Room With Garden View
Bedroom 1:1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Towels
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Guest Reviews
6.5/10
35 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness6.5
- Amenities6.5
- Location6.5
- Service6.5
Average for similar properties in Entebbe
AI Summary
Conveniently located near Lake Victoria and airport, Saffron provides cozy rooms with stunning views. Guests praise the excellent service and friendly staff, making it a perfect getaway.
Guest User
February 17, 2025
The ambiance and beach views at Saffron Beach Entebbe are truly stunning—relaxing at any time of the day. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the food. Our party of four visited on February 15, 2025, hoping to enjoy an early dinner and try their Indian dishes. We ordered a variety to get a sense of their range: Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Mutton Rogan Josh, and Chicken Curry. To say we were disappointed would be an understatement. The flavors were underwhelming, and the quality did not justify the price, especially compared to other restaurants serving similar cuisine. The naan was lukewarm at best and more burnt than properly cooked. It felt as if the chef wasn’t present that day, as the dishes lacked the care and authenticity we expected. This was our first visit, and while the location is beautiful, we wouldn’t recommend their Indian dishes at this time. Hopefully, they can improve in the future.
Guest User
February 8, 2025
Just steps from Lake Victoria, the restaurant provides very good and friendly service led by Diness, the manager of the restaurant. There is plenty of dishes on the menu, but I would recommend the Indian and Ugandan food (especially goat) at very decent price. If you're in Entebbe, you must have dinner here.
Mourine
November 25, 2024
My stay at Saffron started out well. The pick up from the airport was timely and the car was clean. The driver, Brian, was very respectful and professional.
The check-in process was flawless. Promise, the daytime receptionist was so friendly and helpful throughout my stay. The meals were well prepared and they heeded to my requests of special meals due to my food allergies. Their medium fish was so big I couldn’t finish it by myself. They even accepted to keep half the fish for me for the next meal.
The rooms were are well maintained and because I extended my stay by a day, they requested whether I needed my room cleaned.
However, some of the facilities as shown by the online photos on ******* were non-existent on ground. For example, the photo of benches on a mowed lawn by the lake which in reality is nonexistent.
Similarly, my last morning was the worst. I could not get hot shower, the system had a malfunction and no room had a hot shower. After waiting for 3 hours to have the the hot shower fixed, I was disappointed to realize that nothing had been done and the staff were not really bothered.
The other disappointment was the fact that the receptionist’s phone was disabled in the night and early morning making it difficult to communicate with the reception desk as you have to physically walk there yet there are phones in the room which should ease that.
Verified traveler
February 1, 2023
Has Potential
The guesthouse is okay, although no door to the bathroom. Bathroom filled with lake flies at night as some window vents do not have mosquito net.
Bed was comfortable. Room had a big bath but no shower.
Breakfast was nice.
With some small changes, this place could be great.
Guest User
November 29, 2024
I stayed for a month at this excellent mid range hotel. During my time there we had plentiful hot water, toiletries in the bathroom, fully operational AC, fast Wifi and a working TV. The bedroom was slightly smaller than average, probably due to the super king-size bed which tended to dominate the room. Having said that the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was pretty standard for a hotel of this size and price, consisting of fruits, eggs, toast, the occasional sausage and very tasty sauted vegetables. The location was amazing, sitting on the Lakeshore and the restaurant stood head and shoulders above it's nearby competitors. At weekends it does become very busy and I would suggest reserving a table in advance. The food and service at the bar were very good with many different options. The most popular selection at the restaurant appeared to be Tilapia which was hug As a non fish I am unable to comment on the quality. Most people were unable to eat it all and had it packed to takeaway. I loved their authentic curries and their wood fired pizzas. During the week it was very quiet and spent hours sat at beach bar enjoying the plentiful wild life. I cannot speak highly enough about the staff. The management team were great and are currently upgrading the facility at pace. As you can probably gather that my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return again in the new year. Thanks Trevor and Loise
Guest User
November 5, 2024
There were a few things which we had no control over. There was no hot water and you could not control the AC thermostat. Whenever we called the receptionist regarding the hot water, they stated that we would get it in a little while. That while never came…………
Guest User
October 24, 2024
Awful experience with rooms and amenities at this hotel, rooms were outdated, with no proper air-conditioning and running hot water. Our first stay in Uganda was disappointing, this hotel is unhygienic with rodents in the outdoor kitchen at night. Though the location is excellent, the overall stay was unpleasant and uncomfortable 😞. A hotel to avoid unless management does a thorough remodeling of the rooms and kitchen.
Sam M
October 22, 2024
The stay was quite uncomfortable. There was no water pressure in the sinks and showers in the bathroom. And there was no hot water. So after a long and tiring journey from the USA, we were unable to have even a decent wash and shower. Basic amenities were also lacking such as inadequate toiletries. Additionally, the air conditioner was malfunctioning and the remote to operate it was unavailable. The complaint to management fell on deaf ears. Truly a sad experience for place that otherwise has a nice location.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Hiking
Massage room
Parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Additional charge
Bar
Restaurant
Karaoke
Taxi booking service
Car rentals
Currency exchange
Water slide
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Parking
Parking
Free
Transportation
Car rentals
Taxi booking service
Shuttle service
Additional charge
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Luggage storage
Additional charge
Currency exchange
Tour and ticket booking service
VIP check-in service
Languages Spoken
English
Hindi
Kiswahili
Food & Drink
Bar
Room service
Public Areas
BBQ
Additional charge
Picnic area
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Smoking area
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Hiking
Activities
Karaoke
Public beach
Water slide
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Ironing service
Additional charge
Accessibility
Assistive listening devices
Braille signs
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
CCTV in public areas
Security personnel
First aid room
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–23:00
Check-out: 11:00–12:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2017
- Renovated: 2020
- Number of Rooms: 7
When you stay at Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages in Entebbe, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Sesse Islands and Entebbe Golf Club. This beach hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Victoria.
You can experience a safari, and enjoy a private beach and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. 42-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
You can experience a safari, and enjoy a private beach and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Your Select Comfort bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. 42-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.