Travellers Rest Hotel

Travellers Rest Hotel is a charming boutique eco lodge located in Kisoro, southwestern Uganda. Originally established as a historic travelers’ inn, the property gained international recognition through its association with gorilla researcher Dian Fossey. Today it offers comfortable accommodation for gorilla trekking travelers exploring Uganda and nearby Rwanda.

Location

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Accommodation Type

Boutique Hotel

Budget Category

Midrange Camp

Hotel rating

4.1 Stars based on 30+ Reviews

Best For

Adventure Travelers

Number of Rooms

15

Swimming Pool

Not Available

WiFi

Available

Family Friendly

Family friendly

Wheelchair

Not Accessible

Restaurant

Available

Bar/Lounge

Available

Spa

Not Available

Airstrip Transfer

Not Available

Why We Recommend Travellers Rest Hotel

We recommend Travellers Rest Hotel because it offers a rare combination of historical significance, excellent gorilla trekking access, warm boutique hospitality, and comfortable accommodation for travelers visiting Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Volcanoes National Park regions. It is especially ideal for primate safaris and travelers interested in East Africa conservation history.

Accommodation Overview

Travellers Rest Hotel is located in Kisoro near major gorilla trekking destinations including Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The lodge features approximately 12–15 rooms and cottages designed with rustic colonial charm, surrounded by gardens and mountain scenery. Guests enjoy peaceful accommodation, local cuisine, easy gorilla trekking transfers, and a unique conservation heritage atmosphere.

Accommodation Highlights

Approximately 12–15 rooms and cottages

Historic connection to Dian Fossey

Excellent gorilla trekking location

Boutique eco lodge atmosphere

Colonial-style architecture and design

Beautiful garden setting

Close to Bwindi and Volcanoes trekking routes

Personalized guest service

Quiet mountain town environment

Strong conservation heritage significance

Room Types

Standard Room

20–25 sqm
2
1 Double Bed or 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Cottage Room

28–35 sqm
2
1 Queen Bed

Family Cottage

35–45 sqm
4
1 Double Bed + 2 Single Beds

Garden View Room

22–30 sqm
2
1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds

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