The Jewel and the Lake
Nile Crescent
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff were lovely and welcoming”
“Staffs have good service mind and friendly”
“The owner upgrade me to bigger room when no other guest in the hotel”
“Also, they were constantly checking on us on whatsapp to ensure that we are comf…”
“Very good breakfast”
“Breakfast was delicious”
“Clean, and nice staff and the breakfast was great”
“Beautifully clean hotel”
“Breakfast was exceptional, fully recommend the rollex - it was nearly as good as…”
“It was easy to arrange boat trips and the hotel also organised a car for us back…”
“The breakfast was great, staff friendly, super view over the lack, good wifi and…”
Overview
The Jewel and the Lake in Jinja provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Guests can enjoy lake views. All units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area. Units come with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a terrace and some have garden views. At the bed and breakfast, units include bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests at The Jewel and the Lake will be able to enjoy activities in and around Jinja, like walking tours. Jinja Golf Course is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Jinja Railway Station is 6.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport, 119 km from The Jewel and the Lake.
Traveller reviews
Washington
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“Good place very sarane”
The ambiance
Abdelaziz
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
The Botique Hotel is very cute. Clean, and nice staff and the breakfast was great. Also, the balcony view is great
Teresa
couple
April 23, 2026
“Beautiful little hotel but definitely need mosquito nets!”
Beautifully clean hotel. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Very good breakfast.
Radu
solo_traveller
January 24, 2026
“They my add in advertisment: " The house of the raising sun from Victoria Lake"”
Everything, Excellent
Kumkrong
solo_traveller
January 21, 2026
“Enjoy staying there!!”
Staffs have good service mind and friendly. Food is also good. The owner upgrade me to bigger room when no other guest in the hotel.
John
couple
January 5, 2026
“Perfect stay & Great value”
Attention to detail in everthing. Friendly staff and quier neighbourhood.
Harold
couple
January 3, 2026
“I’ll be back 😁”
Safe was lovely. Nice and clean. I felt like been at home.
Nariman
couple
January 2, 2026
We loved the friendliness of the staff and how accomodating they were; the day we arrived our national team was playing a football game, so the renewed the subscription so that we can watch it. That was really kind of them! Also, they were constantly checking on us on whatsapp to ensure that we are comfortable :) The place is very clean and food was super!
Stephan
extended_group
December 4, 2025
Beautiful view on lake victoria Very comfy and well maintained Very friendly staff
Laura
couple
December 2, 2025
We had a wonderful stay at The Jewel and the Lake. The rooms and garden were beautiful. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was delicious. Great place to stay in Jinja!
Jerry
extended_group
November 24, 2025
“Lovely to sit out on a balcony overlooking the lake with friends and a cold beer!”
Beautiful spacious rooms, some with balconies, very helpful staff, view of lake
Tendayi
family_with_children
October 26, 2025
“The room was a beauty. So nice to stay in.”
This is a really nice place. The breakfast was great, staff friendly, super view over the lack, good wifi and not too far from town.
Sawers
couple
September 19, 2025
“Short, sweet and as hoped”
Exactly what was advertised; a boutique bed and breakfast. Bed was extremely comfortable and a nice room with a hot shower. Breakfast was exceptional, fully recommend the rollex - it was nearly as good as my Mrs’ 😉 Great location away from main drag near the water.
Mohamed Mounir Alsayed
couple
August 20, 2025
All 😊
Adrian
couple
August 15, 2025
“Excellent hotel, excellent staff - highly recommended”
We loved the Jewel and the Lake. Friendly, efficient staff who went the extra mile to help us. The hotel was spotless and very comfortable; the food was excellent. It was easy to arrange boat trips and the hotel also organised a car for us back to the airport. I would stay there again and would highly recommend it to anyone staying in Jinja.
Meena
extended_group
August 14, 2025
“Comfortable and welcoming stay”
Quiet location on Lake Victoria with beautifully decorated rooms and plenty of space to relax on the verandah or sitting room. Nothing was too much trouble - washing, helping to clean our muddy boots and preparing delicious breakfasts. Also had a great dinner here one night. Walking distance to the Sailing Club just up the street. James was a welcoming and friendly host. Rooms are large and very clean. Will stay again when in Jinja.
Pauline
couple
August 7, 2025
“We had a fantastic stay, so good that we even extended our stay by an extra night! The staff were incredibly helpful, th”
I had a wonderful stay! The staff were extremely helpful, the hosts were kind and welcoming, and everything was very clean and well organized. They were also very flexible and made sure I felt comfortable throughout my stay. Highly recommended!
Mia
couple
July 29, 2025
“Best stay”
Everything was more than we expected. The host was great and helpful, we were running late because of the traffic and he waited for us. Breakfast was so delicious and huge portions. Small sitting area around fire pit is ideal for evening drinks. All in all best stay during our Ugandan trip. Thank you.
Nish
family_with_children
July 27, 2025
“Lives up to the name - truly a Jewel in Jinja”
A very friendly owner and the entire staff. Excellent breakfast (both option-wise and taste-wise). The upgraded room alloted to us was huge and very comfortable. View from the room (balcony) was very soothing and my only regret is that I could not stay longer. This property deserves a weekend stay because of the peace and quiet it offers.
Deborah
solo_traveller
July 4, 2025
“Nile Luxury!”
Lovely property!
Facilities
Activities
Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
WiFi available in all areas, Adult only, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a balcony with lake views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a seating area, lake views and chocolate. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a seating area, a dining area and a wardrobe and chocolate is provided for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
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