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Rubax Motel

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Kamukuzi, Kamukuzi

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AU$137

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Hotel B Plus

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Nyamityobora, Kakoba

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Sauna

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AU$54

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Spannet Suites

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Kakoba, Kakoba

Picnic area

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AU$63

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Nim Motel Nyamitanga

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Katete, Nyamitanga

Turkish bath

Spa

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AU$90

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Nkole Deluxe Suites

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Katete, Nyamitanga

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Picnic area

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AU$24

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OTHER_HOTEL_PHOTO 1 Serene Hotel, Mbarara Hotels

AU$60

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Lite Cottages

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Ruharo, Kamukuzi

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AU$83

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GUEST_ROOM 1 Tanzi Homes Nyonyozi, Mbarara Hotels

AU$78

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OTHER_HOTEL_PHOTO 1 Gibson Motel, Mbarara Hotels

AU$31

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Palm World Hotel

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Ruharo, Kamukuzi

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AU$68

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Rhino Motel

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Ruharo, Kamukuzi

Bicycle rental

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AU$73

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Rwizi View Hotel Mbarara

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Kamukuzi, Kamukuzi

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AU$63

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GUEST_ROOM 1 Rubax motel mbarara, Mbarara Hotels

AU$103

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IN_ROOM_DINING 1 Acacia Boutique Hotel, Mbarara Hotels

AU$70

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OTHER_HOTEL_PHOTO 1 Fort Coleb Guest House, Mbarara Hotels

AU$69

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Ahaka cottages

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Ruharo, Kamukuzi

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AU$113

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RECEPTION 1 Zotel leisure courts kisigula, Mbarara Hotels

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GUEST_ROOM 1 Sea bridge view hotel mbarara, Mbarara Hotels

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Easy View Hotel

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Kakoba, Kakoba

Business facilities

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AU$87

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OTHER_HOTEL_PHOTO 1 Tick Emporium Hotel Mbarara, Mbarara Hotels

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Wagga Resort Hotel

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Kamukuzi, Kamukuzi

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Total Accommodation: 68 Properties

Popular Area	Kakoba, Ruti
Popular hotel	Rubax Motel, Hotel B Plus
Price starts from	AU$24/night
Review score	7.6 from 3,428 reviews

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About Mbarara accommodation

Mbarara is Uganda's second-largest city, a regional business and commercial hub for the southwest known for its livestock and dairy trade, about 267km southwest of Kampala. It's primarily a practical hub city rather than a headline destination, but it doubles as a genuine near-gateway to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's most accessible savanna park, just 55km away, and is the standard overnight stopover for travellers heading on to gorilla trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Where to Stay in Mbarara

Lake View Resort Hotel and Rwizi View Hotel Mbarara both offer comfortable, well-located bases in the city. Dream Wood Suites is a smaller, boutique-style option on the Mbarara-Bushenyi Road, while Tick Emporium Hotel Mbarara rounds out the options for travellers wanting a central city stay.

Do Australians need a visa to visit Mbarara, Uganda?

Yes. Australian passport holders need a mandatory e-visa to enter Uganda, applied for in advance online — there's no visa-on-arrival. Check current requirements and processing times before you travel, since rules can change.

Is there a direct flight from Australia to Mbarara?

No — fly into Entebbe International Airport via a Middle East hub, then travel by road to Mbarara, about 4 hours from Kampala.

What is Mbarara known for?

Mbarara is Uganda's second-largest city and a regional business hub known for livestock and dairy trade, and serves as a practical gateway to Lake Mburo National Park and a stopover en route to gorilla trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Do you need a car to get around Mbarara?

Yes — a car or driver is the practical way to get around Mbarara and reach nearby Lake Mburo National Park.

How far is Mbarara from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park?

Mbarara is about 218 km from Bwindi via Kabale, roughly a 4 to 5 hour drive, making it a common overnight stopover for gorilla trekkers.

How far is Mbarara from Lake Mburo National Park?

Lake Mburo National Park is about 55 km from Mbarara, roughly a 1 hour drive, making it an easy day trip.

How many days should I spend in Mbarara?

Most travellers spend a night as a stopover en route to Bwindi or Lake Mburo, rather than staying multiple days.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Uganda's dry seasons, roughly December to February and June to August, generally offer the most comfortable travel conditions and best wildlife visibility.