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UGANDA HOTELS - THE BOOST FOR

By: Jackie Kisibo
TOURISM
HISTORY
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User? Hotel growth in Uganda started in the19th century, a decade after independence
during the colonial period. This saw the growth of accommodation, transport and
infrastructure in Uganda (tourism.) The political instability during the 1970's and
1980's led to the decline in the hotel industry as well as tourism. Hotels were closed,
destroyed and made into police barracks like the Nile mansions.
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Health & Fitness The taking over of power in 1986 by the National Resistance movement (NRM) led
Arts & Entertainment to the revival of the tourism industry. Uganda has consistently worn foreign and
Loans international relations, support of large international organizations like World
Small Business Tourism Organization, and has attracted internal and external investors. This has led
Alternative Medicine to the rehabilitation of leisure and tourism facilities like hotels.
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Vehicles Visitor arrivals have grown due to the increase in tourism demand from the 512,000
Religion in 2004 to about 700,000 in 2005.Uganda's tourism sector has continued to grow and
Internet Marketing is expected to earn the country over $500m (about sh905b) this year from $360m
Weight Loss (sh651.6b) last year.
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Relationships Uganda has a wide range of excellent hotels and accommodation facilities located in
all regions of the country. These are mainly located in the main towns of Kampala
View all Categories (Capital City), Jinja, Entebbe, Gulu, Mbarara, Mbale, Fortportal, Arua.
Uganda is well known for its hospitality and the welcoming nature of the local
people, which has promoted the growth and development of hotels and other
accommodation facilities.
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Upmarket, low budget and more affordable hotels and accommodation include
Sheraton Kampala hotel, Serena hotel (formerly Nile hotel), Speke hotel, Grand
Imperial hotel, Emin pasha hotel, Hotel Equatoria, hotel Africana, Tourist hotel,
Hotel Diplomate, Holiday Express hotel. Imperial Resort beach hotel, Botanical
beach hotel, Hotel Triangle, Crested crane hotel, Windsor lake Victoria hotel, Mbale
resort hotel, Mt.Elgon hotel, to mention but a few.

Other accommodation facilities include hostels, lodges, campsites, guesthouses and

apartments, which are located in the city center, suburbs and in all regions of the
country. Lodges include Mweya safari lodge, Speke resort Munyonyo, Red chili rest
camp and hideaway, Gorilla forest camp, Volcanoes, Arra fishing lodge, Jacana
safari lodge etc. Apartments include Acacia apartments, Windsor apartments, Kabira
club, Dolphin suites, Mosa courts, golden leaves, Royal suites, Salama springs,
Speke resort, etc. Campsites and hostels include Adrift/Nile high camp, Red chili
hideaway, Backpackers, Bigodi wetland sanctuary, Bunyonyi overland camp, Ishasha
wilderness camp, Sambiya river lodge Bandas, Hornbill, The crows nest, Lake
Nabugabo campsite, etc. Guesthouses include Rwenzori guesthouse, Mamba point,
palm tree guesthouse, 2 friends guesthouse, Palm tree guesthouse, etc and Islands
 like nature's prime island, Ssese Island, Bulago island.

HOTEL DEVELOPMENTS IN UGANDA

The latest hotel developments in Uganda are a sure indication of tourism growth in
Uganda and EastAfrica as a whole.
The development of tourism has been enhanced by effective promotion, of both the
destination and products offered by specific businesses. Establishment of awareness
programes, qualified, trained and skilled human resources, improved and stronger
tourism administration, investment in the tourism plant and associated products
(attractions, entertainment, shopping, etc), enhancing marketing methods and
development of basic facilities, social services and proper infrastructure.

The hotels and other accommodation facilities have developed to offer distinguished
ambience, panoramic views, and tranquil surroundings. They are uniquely
refurbished to offer comfortable accommodations for a relaxing business or holiday
trip. Hotels are perfectly situated for visitors with a welcoming atmosphere, friendly
and hospitable services, with excellent facilities as well as comfortable guestrooms
and public areas.

Business centers with boardrooms and equipment, Bars and restaurants serving
intercontinental cuisine with wines and cocktails, Services like massage, sauna,
Internet facilities, private lounges, gyms, swimming pools, shopping malls,
Recreation courtyards, open spaces, pergolas, terraces and entertainment centers are
offered by Uganda's hotels and accommodation facilities.

The hosting of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting scheduled for

2007 in Uganda has also enhanced hotel development and refurbishment, and Hotel
Owners have put their facilities together necessary to host the summit in 2007.

Hotels are on the increase in the country like Emin pasha, which opened at the end of
March 2004. Kampala Sheraton Hotel, Bwebajja on Entebbe Road, Garden City,
Golf Course and Kampala Serena hotels are undergoing construction and
refurbishment. Buhoma Homestead, mantana-tented camps and the Volcanoes lodges
are undergoing upgrading and expanding, and the most luxurious hotels used by
business travellers and upmarket tourists have prices set in dollars.

There are plenty of budget hotels and accommodation facilities in Uganda, and the
accommodation sector is growing consistently, with remarkable staff offering
hospitable décor in hotels and all accommodation facilities.

For specifics contact Africa travel Emporium at info@hotelsinuganda.com OR

Jackie@hotelsinuganda.com A complete directory of hotels, campsites, hostels,
apartments and lodges will be found on the www.hotelsinuganda.com
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