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Brovad Sands Lodge

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel in Bugala Island with spa and restaurant

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2 outdoor pools
Front of property
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach massages
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Business center
For families
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ssese Islands, Bugala Island

What's nearby

  • Ssese Islands - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kalangala Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kalangala Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kalangala Ferry Dock - 9 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Entebbe Intl. Airport (EBB) - 27.5 miles/44.3 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kibembe Island Pork Joint - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Brovad Sands Lodge

At Brovad Sands Lodge, you can spend time at the beach getting a beach massage. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Beach House serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a sauna, and a steam room.

Languages

English, French, German, Swahili

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

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 6:30 AM - midnight
  • 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
  • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

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

  • Babysitting*
  • Supervised childcare*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 11 AM to 11 PM*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Ecotours
  • Canoe
  • Boat tours
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Boat/paddles
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels
  • Water sports equipment
  • Paddleboard on site

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures.

Dining

Beach House - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 16 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 53 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 53 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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, mobile payments and cash.

Also known as

Brovad Sands Lodge Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Lodge Hotel
Brovad Sands Lodge Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Lodge Hotel Bugala Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Brovad Sands Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Brovad Sands Lodge 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.
Is there a pool at Brovad Sands Lodge?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Brovad Sands Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Brovad Sands Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Brovad Sands Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 11 AM to 11 PM on request. The charge is USD 16 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Brovad Sands Lodge?
Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Brovad Sands Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and boat tours. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Brovad Sands Lodge also has 2 bars, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Brovad Sands Lodge?
Yes, Beach House offers local and international cuisine.
Does Brovad Sands Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Brovad Sands Lodge like?
Brovad Sands Lodge is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Victoria and 18 minutes' walk from Kalangala Beach.

Brovad Sands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

We do not get food what we want in to menu. Food cooking time was too long. 1,5 hours.
Pertti, 5-night family trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property on spacious manicured grounds Exceptional luxury villas - larhe with all modcons and fabulous bathrooms. Large variety of good food at buffets Beautiful pool Helpful kind staff Teriffic massage not pricey
jeffrey, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Tom, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hailu Makonnen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A hidden gem this one is, set by lake Victoria. I was blown away by the sheer amount of greenery in it’s well tended gardens and then the peace and quiet around this property has to be experienced for one to believe. Although I must point out that Sunday to Thursday will be my choice of days for my next visit as I like it quiet. The weekend Friday and Saturday brings in quite a bit of party people. The room and linen were very clean. The pool was very clean too. The staff were very polite and always available to help whenever needed. Overall I give it 10/10. I will definitely visit again in the near future
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Power went out in the night and when it came back on the tv ended up waking me up. As well when ordering through the menu the waitor advised me and my spouse that the buffet was free for those staying at the hotel, only for when I checked out I had a outstanding bill of 80,000. Train your staff better , because of the risk of missing the ferry back to kampala I agreed to pay 55,000 But I still feel ripped off. Will never book here or stay at Brovad even if it was for free .
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely gateaway. Food was wonderful. Would recommend
Tana, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great vacation .
namara, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

MARK, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very wonderful staff and well maintained facilities
Henrie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Kirsten, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gideon, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff at Brovad Sands are excellent. They were courteous, helpful and always smiled. The hotel site was really lovely. It felt safe and relaxed. My only negative observation would be that the room i was first in had problems. The bath tap was disintegrating and was leaking from multiple places. During a downpour one night, the floor inside the room was soaked because the door at the front and back of the property let water in. I paid to upgrade to another chalet. I would like to have been given a concession on the price due to the inconvenience caused to me but that wasn't given. Anyway, the good outweighed the bad by far so I'd recommend this hotel as a place to stay.
Andrew, 10-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our vacation , massive room, nice meals and hospitality was to expected standards.
Samuel, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We will come back
Serene and quiet, next to the lake. Quality materials and nice exterior and interior designs. Great service.
Ingemar, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

No doubt, is the best place to stay in Kalangala, amazing lake view, beautiful green areas, friendly and profesional staff, average food and drinks, however one of the best tilapia I have eaten in Uganda and very nice comfortable rooms. Bad notes: 1. Wifi signal is so bad, I was using my personal data all the time. 2. Rooms need to observe on maintenance, specially a lot of bulbs were fuse, fumigation, and more deep cleaning.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

No amenities, so worry. rest ok. Friendly staff. Right prices
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

In all aspects absolut perfect! Left cottage near the forrest in The Front row it's excellent for bir
Henning, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely peaceful location, staff friendly food good
4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice place in lake Victoria, with swimmingpool.
We were a group of 11 persons travelling around Uganda and want to stay overnight in a better hotel. It is a really nice place, but service can be a little bit better. But if you are very clear to the staf, they understand. The ferry from Kalangala to Entebbe takes only 8 vehicles, so do reservation in advance! I can recommend Brovad Sands, it´s a really nice place!
Bengt, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with solid food
Great location with solid food And good service. Also hot showers
Dominik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to relax, with nice cottages
Great place to relax, with nice cottages And hot water
Dominik, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay , we was double booked by Experian and had to stay in another hotel , then we came back to Brovad at VIP Guest . They gave us free accommodation and a full refund . Which i thought was fair considering it was Expedia mistake .
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Lodge is nicely located in the bay, with a nice beach (but no swimming). We stayed in a cottage which was next to the beach, with a great view and lots of animals around (birds, monkeys). The service was excellent, with especially friendly and helpfull staff.
Siebe, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review