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Hotel Ruch

Plot 3 Kintu Road, Kampala 6219, Uganda
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Hotel Ruch
Ranked #24 of 52 hotels in Kampala
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Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013 via mobile

We had a two day stay at the Ruch, deciding to stay there after reading such positive reviews. I am afraid we cannot gush much however. Yes, it is clean and the staff is pleasant, but the overall feel of the place is a bit depressing. They knew they were checking in a couple, but there was only 1 towel... More

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

I've stayed at Hotel Ruch off and on for the past three years. The staff are extremely friendly, make you feel at home, and the rooms are clean and quiet. The garden (currently undergoing renovations) in the back offers a quiet respite in the heart of Kampala. Location is great. The hotel used to have an Indian restaurant within the... More

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Nyeri, Kenya
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26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2012

My collegue & I were here in early June after seeing the facility on the internet and I must say the first impression one gets immediately you drive through is that of a derelict facility. some basic weeding of the pavement edges will do much. Things however lighten up at the reception where the staff is really nice and interesting.... More

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1 July 2012

Thanks for the review, wamae. Good news, the weeds on the edges have in fact been worked upon. They were actually removed on the day of your departure. In fact, renovation has already been extended to the hotel main building albeit, only to the third floor. However, I believe you were not allocated these rooms as the renovated rooms were... More

Miami
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2012

I stayed at Hotel Ruch for a week at the start of June 2012. The third floor had just been renovated. The room was mid-sized-small but spotlessly clean, with brand new bedding and with a nice view of the garden. At the time of my stay this was being landscaped and it should be a lovely, peaceful spot to hang... More

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Klagenfurt, Austria
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2012

Having found this hotel located in Nakasero through the internet and it was pretty clear to me, using Hotel Ruch as a base for my adventures in Kampala. It is a good choice in many ways. I stayed twice this year with them and was very pleased about the friendly and helpful personnel incl. Nandish (Mngr). I really like this... More

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Denver
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Even though Hotel Ruch was under construction during my stay, it was clean and quiet. The staff is friendly and kind, the breakfasts are delicious, and there is nowhere in the vicinity as reasonably priced. I'd recommend it to friends, and I recommend it to colleagues.

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Anchorage, Alaska
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

This was my first stay at this hotel and was pleasantly surprised at the attention of the staff. The service was excellent and friendly. The receptionist was especially helpful in guiding me in the right direction for a great evening dinner. I will be returning again within the month and know that I will be greeted once again with quality... More

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Maryland
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13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 July 2011

This is the second time I have stayed at the Hotel Ruch, the first being July 2010 on recommendation from a friend. As a field-based researcher, I have a small budget, so I was looking for low-cost alternatives for a couple of nights in Kampala. This hotel provides security and comfort at an affordable price and a great location. I... More

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Munich, Germany
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 July 2011

A nice hotel near Kampala centre. Only 10 minutes walk to Kampala Road, but nevertheless very silent. Very friendly staff, always open for a small talk. In case of any problems or questions very helpful.

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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8 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2011

I found this hotel through Trip Adviser two years ago and have now used it three times for short work trips to Kampala. It offers great value for $65 in an East African capital. The rooms are clean, bedding very good, and I have had a hot shower, though perhaps not all the time. The breakfast room has expanded to... More

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Also Known As:
Ruch Hotel Kampala
Address: Plot 3 Kintu Road, Kampala 6219, Uganda
Region: Uganda > Central Region > Kampala
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service
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Ranked #24 of 52 hotels in Kampala
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hotel Ruch offers a warm and relaxed African welcome you will relish. All rooms are en-suite, and facilities include ample parking space, A/C, Digital Satellite TV and 24/7 Wireless internet access. Relax in the Uzuri Gardens with a drink from "The Bonito" Bar at dusk. With the added benefit of a central Kampala location, we offer you a home away from home, where nothing is too much trouble and no corners are cut. ... more   less 

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