Best Accommodation for the Rwenzori Marathon in Uganda
Over the years, the Rwenzori Marathon has caught the attention of many investors both local and international. These have embarked on building the best accommodation facilities to host tourists during the event. If you plan to participate in the forthcoming Rwenzori Marathon, accommodation should be none of your worries. Most of the accommodation facilities for the Rwenzori Marathon are found in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kasese Town, Rwenzori Mountains National Park, and Fort Portal Tourism City.
The Rwenzori marathon is an annual event that occurs in western Uganda, in the Kasese Municipality. Kasese is located on the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori in western Uganda adjacent to the Congo border. This event was first flagged off on September 2, 2022, and was funded by Tusker Lite (Uganda Breweries Limited). The event attracts hundreds of athletic teams and travelers from around the world. More so, the Rwenzori Marathon aims to showcase the tourist destinations of Uganda especially Queen Elizabeth National Park and Mountain Rwenzori.
Below are some of the best accommodation facilities you should consider while participating in the Rwenzori Marathon;
Mweya Safari Lodge
Mweya Safari Lodge is located in Queen Elizabeth National Park within the Mweya Peninsular. The lodge is one of the best accommodation facilities that you can stay in during the Rwenzori Marathon. It is a luxurious facility that offers the best services like full-time internet connectivity, caring staff, and comfortable rooms.
Sandton Hotel Kasese
Sandton Hotel is located in the heart of Kasese Town along Stanley Street. It is one of the best accommodation facilities one should consider for a stay during the Rwenzori Marathon. The marathon usually starts and ends at this hotel. Moreover, Sandton Hotel has spacious rooms, full-time internet connectivity, and an intercontinental menu. Lastly, the hotel offers both mid-range and budget accommodation.
Rwenzori International Hotel
Rwenzori International Hotel is located in Kasese Town near Kasese-Mbarara Highway. The hotel has amenities like swimming pools, a gym, a sauna, and a massage Palour. These provide a comfortable stay for tourists from different parts of the world.
Rwenzori Imperial Hotel
This hotel is located on the outskirts of Kasese Town opposite the Kasese Mawa market and link bus terminal. It offers accommodation services to travelers during the Rwenzori Marathon.
Ihamba Safari Lodge
Ihamba Safari Lodge is located on the shores of Lake George in the Kahendero fishing village within Queen Elizabeth National Park. The lodge offers the best views of the park. It is famous to the locals for offering a nice swimming pool. If you are looking for a bush experience during the Rwenzori Marathon, you should consider spending a night at Ihamba Safari Lodge.
Kikorongo Safari Lodge
This is one of the newest lodges in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It is located a few kilometers from Kasese Town. Additionally, the lodge has several thatched cottages that make every traveler’s accommodation dreams come true. This facility is nested on a raised platform that offers the best views of the park and the surrounding areas.
Geo Lodge Equator Snow
This facility is situated within the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori. It has several cottages offering stunning views of the mountain. There are about 4 cabins that travelers can choose to stay in during their safaris to Uganda. More so, the lodge is made up of a luxuriant restaurant, bar, and lounge as one of the amenities of the facility.
Hotel Margherita
Hotel Magherita is located in the foothills of Mountain Rwenzori in the base camp area. It is a perfect resting place for travelers during marathons since it has several facilities. This facility is a few kilometers away from the starting point of the marathon.
Kamwe Kamwe Hotel and Spa
This a recently introduced accommodation facility suitable for marathon runners. It is at the center of Kasese Town near the Mawa Market. The hotel has a restaurant, lounge, and bar.
Ngabu Hotel
Ngabu Hotel is located on Margherita Street in Kasese Town. It is a newly introduced facility that travelers can stay in during the Rwenzori Marathon. It has several rooms that travelers can book.
Ruboni Community Camp
This facility is situated within the Ruboni community that is in the foothills of the mountain Rwenzori. This facility offers option of the accommodation facilities that include camping or staying in the bandas available around the camp. The rooms are made up of natural finishing and pitches for raising tents.
