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The Fat Cat Backpackers

Plot 13 Bukoto Street, Kampala, Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
See location+256 772 261 774
8.7
Great
based on 125 reviews
125 reviews
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About The Fat Cat Backpackers

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Breakfast for free

Fat Cat Backpackers is situated in Kampala and features free Wi-Fi. It also provides a 24-hour reception, a sun deck and a swimming pool.

There are a variety of amenities available to those staying at the hostel, such as a BBQ/picnic area, an airport shuttle and a car rental desk. In fine weather, an outdoor terrace offers an ideal place to relax.

There are 8 rooms at Fat Cat Backpackers, each providing all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay.

The area surrounding the hostel is famous for its nightlife, with a wide range of places to go for a drink or dance. Entebbe International Airport is a 75-minute drive away.

Latest deals for The Fat Cat Backpackers

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Amenities at The Fat Cat Backpackers

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Disabled access
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access

General

  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Reviews of The Fat Cat Backpackers

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8.7
Very GoodBased on 125 verified guest reviews
9.0Families
8.9Friends
8.7Solo
8.0Couples

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Location

Plot 13 Bukoto Street, Kampala

What's nearby

  • Uganda National Museum0.8 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship2.8 km
  • Ndere Cultural Centre3.3 km
  • Kibuli Mosque3.3 km
  • Gaddafi National Mosque3.6 km
  • Kasubi Tombs4 km
  • Namirembe Cathedral4.2 km
  • Buganda Parliament4.7 km
  • Kabaka's Palace4.9 km
  • Rubaga Cathedral5.8 km
  • National Stadium7.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

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When to book a room at The Fat Cat Backpackers

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FAQs when booking at The Fat Cat Backpackers

  • Where is The Fat Cat Backpackers located?

    The Fat Cat Backpackers is located at Plot 13 Bukoto Street, 2.7 km from the centre of Kampala. Uganda National Museum is the closest landmark to The Fat Cat Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Fat Cat Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The Fat Cat Backpackers.

  • Does The Fat Cat Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Fat Cat Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Fat Cat Backpackers from the airport?

    The Fat Cat Backpackers is 36.8 km from Entebbe.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Fat Cat Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Fat Cat Backpackers in Kampala and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Fat Cat Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Fat Cat Backpackers.

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Good to know

Distance to city centre

2.7 km

Nearest airport

Entebbe

Distance to airport

36.8 km