Situated just 1.6 km from Jinja Golf Course, Golden Cherries Guest House features accommodation in Jinja with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as full-day security. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a restaurant serving African cuisine, and free private parking is available. Some units in the guest house have private entrance and are fitted with desk and wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with slippers, units at the guest house also feature free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. The guest house specialises in a continental and Full English/Irish breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Golden Cherries Guest House. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Source of the Nile - Speke Monument is 3.6 km from the accommodation, while Jinja Railway Station is 6.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Entebbe International, 117 km from Golden Cherries Guest House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
2.5
Low score for Jinja
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Luise
    Uganda Uganda
    The place was very wide and nice with a lot of nature around. The rooms were simple but comfortable and had a good bathroom. The breakfast was also nice and good prices were okay.
  • Teoh
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The staff were cheerful and helpful Nice breakfast. Near source if the Nile. Accommodate pe my arriving one day earlier.
  • A
    Anonymous
    Austria Austria
    It was very clean, the location was perfect and the property is very beautiful. Staff was very friendly.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Carol

Company review score: 9.1Based on 16 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

A bubbly and friendly host with local knowledge about the culture and tourist attractions in Jinja, will help you make the ,most of your stay

Property information

A homely and serene environment with access to beautiful outdoor spaces and garden

Neighbourhood information

A walking distance from the source of the Nile and Lake Victoria and a 15 minute's walk from the city centre, this property is in one of Jinja's most prime locations. Visitors have easy access to boat rides, water tubing, artifact markets and sunset cruises at the Source of the Nile.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African

Facilities of Golden Cherries Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Golden Cherries Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Golden Cherries Guest House

  • Guests staying at Golden Cherries Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Golden Cherries Guest House is 0.7 miles from the centre of Jinja. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Golden Cherries Guest House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Check-in at Golden Cherries Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Golden Cherries Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Golden Cherries Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Live music/performance
    • Bike tours
    • Aerobics
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Cooking class

  • Room options at Golden Cherries Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Studio
    • Single