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.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, American

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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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
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Jinja
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kelly
    Canada Canada
    What an incredible place to stay while visiting Jinja! Starting each morning on my room's terrace looking over Lake Victoria was a truly special way to start each day. While the facilities and breakfasts were top-notch it is the service and...
  • Jennifer
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was very good. Perhaps too much food!
  • Niels
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The view, the service, the interior design, breakfast options, the bed
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.

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Jewel and the Lake
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Executive lounge access
    • Wake-up service
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Dutch
    • Swahili

    House rules

    The Jewel and the Lake takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:30

    Check-out

    From 08:00 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.

    Curfew

    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 07:00

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Jewel and the Lake accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform The Jewel and the Lake in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about The Jewel and the Lake

    • Guests staying at The Jewel and the Lake can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • American
      • À la carte

    • Room options at The Jewel and the Lake include:

      • Double

    • The Jewel and the Lake offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Bike tours

    • Check-in at The Jewel and the Lake is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Jewel and the Lake is 1.3 miles from the centre of Jinja. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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