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Sambiya River Lodge

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Consider a stay at Sambiya River Lodge and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours and ziplining at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is P18,289
P26,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a bedside table with a lamp, and a canopy bed.

Deluxe Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Royal Cottage

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a stone wall, a zebra-patterned chair, and a wooden door.

Royal Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Karuma, Sambiya River Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Murchison Falls National Park and Murchison Falls. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Karuma travel guide
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Sambiya Village, Murchison Falls National Park, Karuma

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense greenery.
    Murchison Falls National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense green forest.
    Murchison Falls
    39 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Pakuba (PAF)
    68 min drive

About this property

Sambiya River Lodge

  • Hotel by the river
  • A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Sambiya River Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and ziplining at this hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour business center.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a banquet hall
    • A TV in the lobby, a gift shop, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Sambiya River Lodge include perks such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like printers and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Patios, a personal chef, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Chef service
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in Murchison Falls National Park. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the national park.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Additional fee: USD 40 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 20 for children

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Sambiya River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sambiya River Lodge?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sambiya River Lodge on Aug 20, 2026 start from P18,289, 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 Sambiya River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sambiya River Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Sambiya River Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sambiya River Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Sambiya River Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is steps from Murchison Falls National Park and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Murchison Falls. Murchison Falls National Park Northern Gate is 27.8 mi (44.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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