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Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with beach shuttle, near Sesse Islands

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Exterior
42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds
Escape to Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages near Lake Victoria, where tropical vibes and warm sunshine await. With game viewing, a beach bar, rooftop terrace and private beach at your fingertips you're never short of adventure. The on-site restaurant serves up delicious meals while boat tours and fishing activities ensure an unforgettable stay.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport pick-up service

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Kitchen
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area
The current price is R749
R883 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Executive Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Standard Single Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Honeymoon Suite, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 37 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Traditional Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The price is R1 191
R1 405 total
includes taxes & fees
06 Jul - 07 Jul
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About the area

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PLOT 11 NAMBI ROAD, MANYAGO, Entebbe, UGANDA, 26138

What's nearby

  • Entebbe Botanical Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sesse Islands - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kitubulu Forest and Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Entebbe Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 19 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Crane Cafeteria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Café Javas - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪S&S Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪4 Points Bar and Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages

Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages is just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport and offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests indulge in spa services, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. There's a rooftop terrace and a beach bar, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Hindi, Swahili

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out

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 at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
    • Free supervised childcare

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

    • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
    • Beach shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Fishing

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Tile flooring in room
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Towels fee: USD 0 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 to 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per person
  • Area shuttle and beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 10.00 per person.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and motor boating. Additional recreation onsite includes game viewing, a wildlife and game drive, and a safari. Enjoy amenities like a private beach, spa services, and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

Does Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

What's the area around Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages like?

Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages is a short 10-minute walk from Entebbe Botanical Garden and 11 minutes' walk from Victoria Mall.

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Saffron Beach Bistro & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

6,4

Good

7,2/10

Cleanliness

7,8/10

Staff & service

6,2/10

Amenities

6,2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a late check-in and we were well cared for even got food as kids were starving from a long flight transfer.
1-night trip

2/10

The stay was horrible.
1-night trip

8/10

I was staying only overnight so it was dark when i arrived and dark when I left. I didn't see the lake but enjoyed the sounds of the waves from my balcony. Service was terrific and the staff was very helpful when I left something behind
1-night trip

6/10

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.
1-night trip

2/10

Black mold in the ceiling and bath tub did not work
1-night trip

8/10

I stayed for 5 nights and although I didn’t ask, no one offered to do any cleaning in my room. The tub had a hole in it near the drain and there was no curtain so between the two the floor got really wet. There wasn’t much water pressure and brown and black sediment often came out in the water. There isn’t much beach but the garden area has a great view of Lake Victoria. There are a couple of small restaurants nearby and the zoo is about a 29 minute walk.
5-night trip

8/10

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 Expedia 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.
1-night trip

2/10

3-night trip

2/10

1-night trip

2/10

Properly has a nice location but is run down. Needs a lot of cosmetic updating and new TVs. Has streaming but would not working because the internet was very bad. Power went out numerous times. I prepaid for property and then at the end they said I owed taxes of $55. I had already paid taxes. To orbitz of $47 so I got doubled charged for taxes.
3-night trip

2/10

2-night trip

4/10

1-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

8/10

1-night trip

2/10

This hotel is not like the pictures. The property looks nice from the outside but that is not the case for the inside. Upon entering our room, we noticed an infestation of spiders along the curtain and windows. The whole room and bathroom were dirty and poorly maintained. We could not stay. Unfortunately we still had to pay for our two nights. We didn't want to argue and just wanted to get out of there as quickly as possible. We had stayed all over Uganda for the past 2 weeks and had not seen such a poorly maintained room. Very disappointing.
2-night trip

6/10

1-night trip

10/10

1-night trip

4/10

When I got to the hotel, though I had a reservation, no rooms were available. They sent me to another hotel which was not up to par. Also the staff were clueless; they couldn't address basic questions and issues and provide basic services.
1-night trip

10/10

Very kind and hospitable staff; good location; nice room. Important to get a beach view room as the others look a little claustrophobic.
2-night trip

2/10

5-night trip

2/10

This property is in need of a full renovation . My room was full of flys and Mosquitos . Hygiene was of a very poor standard . Owners and staff were wonderful . If i had booked for more than one night , i would have gone to another hotel . Also staff throwing stones at the Monkeys . Plenty of good hotels in Entebbe , this one is one to avoid . I hope that Expidia will stop using this hotel .
1-night trip

10/10

Herzlich bedanken möchte ich mich für den mehr als freundlichen Service. Wir haben an zwei Abenden auch im Hotel gegessen - insbesondere die indischen Gerichte waren super lecker. Hotelchef Raoul halt uns gerne bei Extra-Wünschen, erzählte von Uganda und dem Leben dort und stand uns gerne mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Es war ein sehr schöner Aufenthalt und wir kommen gerne wieder!!!
2-night trip

8/10

Wir waren zum wiederholten mal als Gast in diesem Hotel.Manager ist top fit! Großes Lob. Er kümmert sich um die Bedürfnisse der Gäste sehr professionell!! Die Honeymoon-Suite ist sehr zu empfehlen! Ausreichend Platz und guter Ausblick! Preis ist fair!!
3-night trip

8/10

Very friendly and nice location
3-night trip

10/10

across from the lake, Everything real clean, People were GREAT! Would Go BACK
1-night trip