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The Haven

Buikwe, Jinja, Uganda

Expedia guest rating: 9.0/10

Verified Expedia reviews: 6

Property class: 3.5-star

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Answer first

Is The Haven a good choice for a quiet riverside weekend near Jinja?

Yes—this riverside stay at Buikwe is rated 9.0/10 and has an outdoor pool, a free English breakfast, its own marina and dock, a firepit and a choice of cottages, a family bungalow and tents. It suits couples and families who want the river rather than the town: the Source of the Nile is about 28 minutes’ drive and Bujagali Falls roughly 45, so plan on one outing rather than several.

Marina and dockOutdoor poolFree English breakfastFirepitBungalow sleeps 5
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Who should choose it?

Couples: luxury cottages and comfort tents, a firepit and in-room massages away from traffic.

Families: a two-bedroom family bungalow that sleeps five, plus a pool and a garden.

Slow weekends: a marina, a dock, a coffee shop and a restaurant on site, with little reason to drive.

A marina, a pool and cottages on the river

Marina and dockThe property has its own water access on the Nile.
Four ways to sleepLuxury cottages, a triple cottage, a two-bedroom family bungalow and comfort tents.
Free English breakfastServed daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Firepit and gardenEvenings stay on site, with a bar and a restaurant.

How we would book it

Check-in runs from noon to 9:00 PM and checkout is at 10:00 AM, so arrive in daylight—this is a rural riverside approach. Cards and cash are both accepted. Wi-Fi is free but only in public areas, and the airport shuttle is charged per vehicle, so most guests drive themselves.

Why we’d book it

  • Rated 9.0/10 by guests.
  • Outdoor pool, marina, dock and firepit.
  • Free English breakfast and free parking.
  • A family bungalow that sleeps five.

Trade-offs

  • About 28 minutes’ drive from the Source of the Nile and 45 from Bujagali Falls.
  • Wi-Fi is free only in public areas, not in the rooms.
  • Six reviews so far, so the sample is still small.

Alternatives

Whispers of the Nile Eco Luxury ResortBetter for a noon checkout and a children’s pool.Lemala Wildwaters LodgeBetter for an all-inclusive rate and a private-pool room.Jinja Nile ResortBetter for a full resort closer to town.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Haven have a pool?

Yes, an outdoor pool, alongside a marina and dock on the river.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, a free English breakfast from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Can it take a family?

Yes. A two-bedroom family bungalow sleeps five, and a triple cottage sleeps three.

What are the check-in and checkout times?

Check-in is from noon to 9:00 PM and checkout is at 10:00 AM.

How far is the Source of the Nile?

About 28 minutes’ drive, roughly 14.8 miles.

Rating, review count, facilities, room types and policies were checked on the property’s Expedia listing on 18 September 2026.

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Rating and review count checked 18 September 2026.

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