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Reviews of The Jewel and the Lake

Nile Crescent, Jinja, Uganda

#6 of 13 B&Bs and Inns in Jinja

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Review score

Based on 49 B&B reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All 😊

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    10
    Comfortable and welcoming stay
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    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.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    10
    We had a fantastic stay, so good that we even extended our stay by an extra night! The staff were incredibly helpful, th
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    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!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    10
    Best stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything perfect. Just a suggestion to put small table at the balcony for morning coffee

    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.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    10
    Lives up to the name - truly a Jewel in Jinja
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing per se

    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.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    10
    Beautiful place to stay, with exceptional service, amenities and delicious breakfasts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms were beautiful and the breakfast delicious. The group I brought with me felt extremely spoiled. We had wonderful service by all of the staff. Sure hope to return in the future!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    10
    This gorgeous multi room BnB was my favorite during my trip to Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What’s not to like?

    Everything! The owners, the staff, awesome room, extremely clean and beyond comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    10
    Lovely place to stay in Jinja!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful property overlooking the lake. Quiet area and lovely interior. Got upgraded to a suite. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was on point

    I liked how welcoming and caring everyone was.The breakfast was always on time and delicious too.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    10
    Nile Luxury!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely property!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    10
    Best place to stay in Jinja
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great amenities, location, food and bed. Was very impressed about how much care has been put in the accommodation. The host was very nice to us and gave us great local tips too.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was very good

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    10
    Peaceful and very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Jewel and the Lake is a real Jewel by the lake. Great views and ambience. Friendly and supportive staff. Good breakfast options. It’s quiet and very relaxing. I highly recommend and look forward to visiting again.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Jennifer was super kind with us. The property is great and the breakfast is very good.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nice room and staff. Hope to be back soon. Incredible views.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    10
    A true jewel at the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly staff and great breakfast. I have tried several hotels near this area and this is far the best one. Comfortable pillows, clean rooms and the roof fan really helps cool down the temperature in the room. There is a road just outside and this hotel is one of the few who actually blocks it off to get some privacy, view is great if booked with lake view and the balcony is big.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2025

    8.0
    Weekend by the Lake
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road had an area with muddy puddles. This can be mitigated by redirecting guests to an alternative route An AC can be installed for hot seasons

    The staff and the level of cleanliness, together with lake view

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved our stay at the Jewel and the Lake. The whole atmosphere was calm with beautiful views and very warm staff at the Bnb. Would definitely recommend this place and hope to be back.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are train tracks just south of the property. There wasn't any noise, but I imagine there might be sometimes

    The view of the lake was lovely and the interior rooms (lounge, patio) were great

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    10
    The stay was worth it!when we talk ,value for money!
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None, I am a happy client

    Cleanliness, good customer service,location!! All is excellent and warm!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    9.0
    A jewel on the lake indeed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would have liked a more powerful shower. But that's not to say that the shower was bad.

    James and Gloria were super friendly and accommodating of our needs. They even went beyond to offer us an upgrade. The breakfast was exceptional. We had a fabulous time. Would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2024

    9.0
    unexpectedly nice B&B hotel with very friendly staff und incredible view to the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing to complain. all was good.

    The location and the hotel itself were extraordinary good. We were surprised how the hotel was designed with the interior and breakfast / common area. The owner of the hotel Erwin was very kind and helpful! Thanks alot for hosting us.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    8.0
    A lovely place to stay in Jinja
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Side Lake View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was very happy with the stay, but would personally have preferred a mosquito net in the room.

    A lovely home to come home to at the end of a busy day. The room was well furnished and the hosts have clearly put a lot of thought into making sure guests are comfortable. Breakfast was plentiful and tasty.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2024

    10
    Cozy beauty at the lake
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Lake View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain, looking forward to see the fire pit in the garden be ready for BBQing ;-)

    A beautiful house at a great location with direct sight on the lake. We felt very much home and well taken care of by the friendly personnel that made delicious breakfast for us after having chosen from many options of a menu each prior evening. The place is well protected and there is always someone around. The furniture and decor in the house are of great taste. I found it peculiar and kind of thinking with the forgettable traveller that the room had a variety of different sockets and adapters, which saved me since I forgot my adapter in Kampala :-)

    Stayed in July 2024

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