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Brovad Sands Lodge

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services

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Front of property
2 outdoor pools
Villa | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, soundproofing
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Beach massages, body scrubs, facials, manicures and pedicures
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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  • SpaSpaSpa
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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Ssese Islands, Bugala Island
  • Popular LocationKalangala Golf Course15 min walk
  • Popular LocationKalangala Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationKalangala Ferry Dock9 min drive

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8/10 Good

Hailu Makonnen
Apr 8, 2024
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Room options

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Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, soundproofing

Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

7.1/10 Good

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Villa | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, soundproofing

Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bugala Island

Located in Bugala Island, Brovad Sands Lodge is in the business district and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lake Victoria and Kalangala Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Kalangala Golf Course. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, cave exploring, and ziplining, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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What's nearby

  • Kalangala Golf Course - 15 min walk
  • Kalangala Beach - 17 min walk
  • Kalangala Ferry Dock - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kibembe Island Pork Joint - 9 min drive

About this property

Brovad Sands Lodge

Family-friendly hotel by the lake
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Brovad Sands Lodge. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beach massages, and fishing. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial, and a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Beach House, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy onsite activities like ecotours and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • ATM/banking services, wedding services, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Brovad Sands Lodge have amenities such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls, as well as minibars and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, childcare services, and heating

Languages

English, French, German, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Beach House

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 16 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Brovad Sands Lodge Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Lodge Hotel
Brovad Sands Lodge Bugala Island
Brovad Sands Lodge Hotel Bugala Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Brovad Sands Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Brovad Sands Lodge?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brovad Sands Lodge on Jun 2, 2024 start from $97.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Brovad Sands Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brovad Sands Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Brovad Sands Lodge?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Brovad Sands Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Brovad Sands Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 11 AM–11 PM on request. A fee of USD 16 per vehicle applies.

Where is Brovad Sands Lodge located?

Located in Bugala Island, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district and within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Victoria, Kalangala Beach, and Kalangala Golf Course. Kalangala Ferry Dock is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 34 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hailu Makonnen, Nairobi

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem this one is, set by lake Victoria. I was blown away by the sheer amount of greenery in it’s well tended gardens and then the peace and quiet around this property has to be experienced for one to believe. Although I must point out that Sunday to Thursday will be my choice of days for my next visit as I like it quiet. The weekend Friday and Saturday brings in quite a bit of party people. The room and linen were very clean. The pool was very clean too. The staff were very polite and always available to help whenever needed. Overall I give it 10/10. I will definitely visit again in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dwight

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Power went out in the night and when it came back on the tv ended up waking me up. As well when ordering through the menu the waitor advised me and my spouse that the buffet was free for those staying at the hotel, only for when I checked out I had a outstanding bill of 80,000. Train your staff better , because of the risk of missing the ferry back to kampala I agreed to pay 55,000 But I still feel ripped off. Will never book here or stay at Brovad even if it was for free .

10/10 Excellent

Tana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gateaway. Food was wonderful. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

namara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great vacation .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very wonderful staff and well maintained facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kirsten

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gideon

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Brovad Sands are excellent. They were courteous, helpful and always smiled. The hotel site was really lovely. It felt safe and relaxed. My only negative observation would be that the room i was first in had problems. The bath tap was disintegrating and was leaking from multiple places. During a downpour one night, the floor inside the room was soaked because the door at the front and back of the property let water in. I paid to upgrade to another chalet. I would like to have been given a concession on the price due to the inconvenience caused to me but that wasn't given. Anyway, the good outweighed the bad by far so I'd recommend this hotel as a place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our vacation , massive room, nice meals and hospitality was to expected standards.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingemar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will come back
Serene and quiet, next to the lake. Quality materials and nice exterior and interior designs. Great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No doubt, is the best place to stay in Kalangala, amazing lake view, beautiful green areas, friendly and profesional staff, average food and drinks, however one of the best tilapia I have eaten in Uganda and very nice comfortable rooms. Bad notes: 1. Wifi signal is so bad, I was using my personal data all the time. 2. Rooms need to observe on maintenance, specially a lot of bulbs were fuse, fumigation, and more deep cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No amenities, so worry. rest ok. Friendly staff. Right prices
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Henning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In all aspects absolut perfect! Left cottage near the forrest in The Front row it's excellent for bir
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely peaceful location, staff friendly food good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Bengt

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice place in lake Victoria, with swimmingpool.
We were a group of 11 persons travelling around Uganda and want to stay overnight in a better hotel. It is a really nice place, but service can be a little bit better. But if you are very clear to the staf, they understand. The ferry from Kalangala to Entebbe takes only 8 vehicles, so do reservation in advance! I can recommend Brovad Sands, it´s a really nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dominik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with solid food
Great location with solid food And good service. Also hot showers
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dominik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to relax, with nice cottages
Great place to relax, with nice cottages And hot water
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay , we was double booked by Experian and had to stay in another hotel , then we came back to Brovad at VIP Guest . They gave us free accommodation and a full refund . Which i thought was fair considering it was Expedia mistake .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Siebe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge is nicely located in the bay, with a nice beach (but no swimming). We stayed in a cottage which was next to the beach, with a great view and lots of animals around (birds, monkeys). The service was excellent, with especially friendly and helpfull staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Dr E C

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok...
This was our last night of a self drive trip across Uganda. The staff were friendly and the place is pretty with good views over the lake. Check-in was slow and our room smelled damp and had no mosquito net. We wanted to use the pool but it was dirty. The bar area and our porch was loud because of teens playing loud music. We stayed on a Friday night and we think weekenders caused the hotel to be very busy and noisy, especially at dinner where there was a big queue for the buffet. Limited, but tasty vegetarian options. We wanted a chill the next day, but instead, reception called and woke us up at 7am to ask how we were going to pay. Breakfast was barely warm and felt like the previous night's leftovers. Overall, the stay was ok. I think we had high expectations for the hotel based on previous reviews...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Vikas, Kampala

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Whole 2 day stay was terrible in view of resort. We booked for lake facing front cottage and they asked to someone else even after promising to us. We were so tired to a argue with them still they wasted more than half an hour at reception and then finally we have to adjust one night in another room. Even they lied their manager is out of town and then (??)manager appeared within 15 minutes Services were to slow, even after calling multiple times. Broken glass door, broken handles and no locks in bathroom. Electricity switches with open wires. Lizards rolling all around in bathrooms. No mantainance of swings on beach. Swimming pool is very small even for a family, and located in a isolated corner of lodge just adjacent to forest and Apes sitting on its corner. Chef doesn't know to cook any vegetarian items and had a disgusting pizza on my birthday. Finally they promised us for free candle light dinner on our birthday and next day they handed over the bill for that food. Such a miscommunication between their head office in Kampala and main property. Only good thing was BEAUTIFUL NATURE & BEACH. And closeness to nature with sounds of different species of birds. Crystal clear water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Willi, Bangkok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet Resort
The effort to reach the island makes not sense. 3.5 hours for one trip. It starts to get boring after 3 days. The resort offers no activities. The staff is friendly and try to help you to every occasion. The food is delicious. All in all, 3 days are enough for this short trip if not the long arrival and departure would be.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Spacious Rooms & Spacious Rooms Expectations
Check-In Time
10:00 AM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5