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The Fat Cat Backpackers

1.0 star property
Kampala hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Room (Private)
View from property
Library
Exterior
Food and drink

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Room (Private)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 beds)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 beds)

Highlights

Fan
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Plot 13 Bukoto Street, Kampala, Kampala, 14016

What's nearby

  • The Acacia Mall - 3 min walk
  • Uganda National Museum - 10 min walk
  • Mulago National Specialized Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Makerere University - 3 min drive
  • St. Francis Hospital - Nsambya - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Entebbe (EBB-Entebbe Intl.) - 53 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Javas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafeserrie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nawab's Asian Bistro, Acacia mall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Riders Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ugaroll, Kurb - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Fat Cat Backpackers

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Fat Cat Backpackers. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Fan

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 60.00 per person (return)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

The Fat Cat Backpackers Kampala
The Fat Cat Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Fat Cat Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kampala

Frequently asked questions

Does The Fat Cat Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Fat Cat Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Fat Cat Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Fat Cat Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Fat Cat Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 60.00 per person return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Fat Cat Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Fat Cat Backpackers and nearby?
The Fat Cat Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Fat Cat Backpackers?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Fat Cat Backpackers like?
The Fat Cat Backpackers is a short 3-minute walk from The Acacia Mall and 10 minutes' walk from Uganda National Museum.

The Fat Cat Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay
Centrally located. Chill environment. Yummy breakfast made to order. Bodas right outside the front door.
2-night trip with friends
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