The Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa stands on the shore of Lake Victoria between Kampala and Entebbe, in a landscape of lawns, trees and water. It is built around an eighteen-hole golf course, but guests do not need to play to enjoy it. The resort is a quiet alternative to staying in the city, with gardens, a lakeside setting and a slower pace that suits the start or end of a Uganda trip. Rooms and suites are set in low buildings among the grounds, with balconies or terraces in many categories, and the resort offers a spa, a swimming pool, several places to eat and drink and meeting spaces for events. The lake is the main attraction, with views of the water, birds around the shoreline and sunsets that colour the sky. Because the resort is a short drive from Entebbe International Airport, it is a popular choice for travellers with early or late flights.
Location and getting around
The resort lies on the road between Kampala and Entebbe, which makes it a practical halfway point. The airport is roughly half an hour away outside peak traffic, and central Kampala is a longer drive that can take an hour or more in busy periods. Most guests use hotel transfers or arranged drivers, and staff can organise airport pick-ups, city tours and trips to Ngamba Island, the Mabamba swamp and the Equator line.
Who it suits
Couples on a first or last night, golfers, families who want a pool and gardens and business travellers who prefer a resort setting to a city address. It is also a convenient place to recover from a long flight before heading to the parks. Travellers who want to be close to restaurants and nightlife in Kampala may prefer a city hotel, while budget travellers can compare simpler guesthouses in Entebbe.
Practical advice
Book early for weekends and holidays, when Kampala residents come for short breaks and events. Ask about room categories and whether you can have a lake view, and check what is included with breakfast and transfers. Golf, spa treatments and boat trips are usually extras, and facilities can change, so confirm details when you book. Bring insect repellent for evenings by the water, and a hat for sunny days.
Things to do nearby
Besides golf, guests can walk in the grounds, watch birds, swim and use the spa. Entebbe's Botanical Gardens, the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre and lakeside restaurants are within reach, and a sunset boat ride on Lake Victoria is an easy add-on. For a longer stay, consider combining the resort with a day trip to Jinja or a half-day city tour in Kampala before moving on to the safari lodges.
Why stay here
- ✓Lake views
- ✓Golf course
- ✓Spa
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Landscaped gardens
- ✓Meeting and event spaces
- ✓Airport transfers on request
Good questions
Where is the Lake Victoria Serena?+
On the shore of Lake Victoria between Kampala and Entebbe, about half an hour from the airport outside peak traffic.
Do I need to play golf to stay?+
No. The resort also offers a spa, pool, gardens and lake views, and many guests do not play.
Is it close to Kampala?+
It is a drive of an hour or more to central Kampala in busy periods, so it suits a quieter stay near the airport.
