Protea Hotel Entebbe in Entebbe, Entebbe: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Water parks and pools in Entebbe, Entebbe
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A four-star Marriott hotel in Entebbe with an outdoor pool, a kids' splash pool, a spa, a gym and a kids-stay-free policy.
What is Protea Hotel Entebbe?
Protea Hotel Entebbe by Marriott sits on Sebugwawo Drive in Entebbe, close to the airport and the town centre. It has an outdoor pool with a kids' splash pool, a spa, a gym, a restaurant and a bar, and it runs a kids-stay-free policy with free cots for infants. It is a practical family base for Entebbe because of the pool, the airport proximity and the child-friendly policies, and it is a short drive from the zoo, the botanical gardens and the beaches.
The hotel runs a kids' splash pool and family-friendly policies, and is close to Entebbe's wildlife attractions.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Kids stay free Good value for families
- Splash pool Separate from the main pool
- Airport proximity Easy for early flights
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Kids' splash pool and free cots |
| 3-5 years | Great | Splash pool and gardens |
| 6-9 years | Great | Pool and nearby zoo |
| 10-12 years | Great | Pool and beaches |
| 13+ years | Good | Full hotel facilities |
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Key details
- Price
- Entry from UGX 220
- Address
- Protea Hotel Entebbe by Marriott, 36–40 Sebugwawo Drive, Entebbe, Entebbe
- Opening hours
- Hotel open daily; check-in and check-out times confirmed at booking
- How long to plan
- One to three nights
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book ahead in peak season
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at reception
What to expect when you visit
Check in at reception and settle into a room. The outdoor pool and kids' splash pool are in the gardens, with the spa and gym alongside. The hotel is close to Entebbe town, the zoo and the beaches.
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Is there a kids' pool?
Yes, a splash pool.
Do children stay free?
Yes, with free cots for infants.
How far is the airport?
A short drive from Entebbe International Airport.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children in the splash pool and main pool, and keep them within the hotel grounds.
Tickets and costs
- Adult entry: non-resident
- UGX 220
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Rooms from about USD 220 per room per night. Children stay free and free cots are available; extra beds may be charged. Confirm current rates and the child policy at booking.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Outdoor pool, kids' splash pool, spa, gym, restaurant, bar
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Matatu or taxi to Entebbe, then a short walk
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Entebbe Zoo
- Botanical Gardens
- Lido Beach
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- sunscreen
- towel
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Protea Hotel Entebbe opening hours?
- Hotel open daily; check-in and check-out times confirmed at booking.
- How long do you need at Protea Hotel Entebbe?
- Plan for One to three nights.
- What payment methods does Protea Hotel Entebbe accept?
- Protea Hotel Entebbe accepts Card and mobile money at reception. It does not accept cash.
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