Murchison Backpackers

2.0 star property
Masindi hostel with bar/lounge

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Large Twin Beds

Family Suite, Garden View (Mixed)

Highlights

2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Located on the ground floor
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (Girls/Boys)

Highlights

Detached private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Large Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Bobi - Masindi Rd, Masindi, Western Region

What's nearby

  • Budongo Central Forest Reserve - 36 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Mparo Tombs - 47 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - 53 min drive - 52.7 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Masindi Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pumpkin's Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Talemwa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Travellers' Corner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪New Court View Hotel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Murchison Backpackers

Enjoy your visit to Masindi with a stay at Murchison Backpackers. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 150 per vehicle (one-way)

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Murchison Backpackers - Masindi Masindi
Murchison Backpackers - Masindi Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Murchison Backpackers Masindi
Murchison Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Murchison Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Masindi

Frequently asked questions

Does Murchison Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Murchison 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Murchison Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Murchison Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Murchison Backpackers?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 150 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Murchison Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Murchison Backpackers and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Murchison Backpackers includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area, a garden, and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Murchison Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

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