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African Roots Gulu

Hotel in Gulu with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Dates

August 2025

16

September 2025

1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine

Exterior

Property entrance

Terrace/patio

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast included
Room service
Housekeeping
Parking included
Free WiFi

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Wardrobe or closet

Laptop workspace

15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Wardrobe or closet

Laptop workspace

15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gulu is home to African Roots Gulu. Local points of interest include Gulu University, Gulu Independent Hospital, and St. Joseph's College Layibi.

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17 Upper Churchill, Gulu

What's nearby

Gulu University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Gulu Independent Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
St. Joseph's College Layibi - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Restaurants

‪BJ'z Bar Gulu - ‬8 min walk
‪Kweyo Village Shoppers - ‬10 min drive
‪Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Sanyu Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Cafe Larem - ‬3 min drive

About this property

African Roots Gulu

Property highlights

You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at African Roots Gulu. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Restaurants, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Additional perks include:

Free self parking and extended parking
Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
A front-desk safe

Room features

All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Restaurants

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Smooth flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

Mosquito nets
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Limited room service

More

Ceiling fan
Desk
Desk chair
Individual decor
Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Property Registration Number 37466490

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

African Roots Gulu Gulu

African Roots Gulu Hotel

African Roots Gulu Hotel Gulu

Frequently asked questions

Is African Roots Gulu pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at African Roots Gulu?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at African Roots Gulu?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at African Roots Gulu?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is African Roots Gulu located?

Situated in Gulu, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gulu University and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gulu Independent Hospital. St. Joseph's College Layibi is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) away.

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African Roots Gulu Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Ron

Jun 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thanks….excellent stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jodi

Aug 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room, quiet. And comfy mattress!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Jan 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff and excellent service. My room was well equipped and everything worked well.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Mar 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great room, although no A/C with the built-in fan it was excellent. Service was great and food didn’t take too long!! Great value in Gulu.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

jodi

Sep 20, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Mar 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024