Perched atop a hill (2,500 feet above sea level) in Fort Portal city, 3 kilometers from the central business district is the beautiful Nyaika Hotel. This is known for providing contemporary amenities as well as well-contoured and manicured tropical gardens that provide seclusion and cool ambiance to business and leisure guests.
This accommodation facility offers a perfect blend of city life and a countryside setting that also makes it possible to enjoy a comfortable stay. Guests can enjoy effortless and successful meetings, and other events, while the leisure activities as well as a cool atmosphere allow visitors to experience unbeaten hospitality.
While staying here, guests are able to relish the breathtaking views of the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains dubbed the ‘Mountains of the Moon’. They can also enjoy the magnificent Toro Palace at the highest point in Fort Portal Town as well as the jaw-dropping 360-degree phenomenal scenery, and the Town.
Known as the largest hotel in Fort Portal town, Nyaika is owned and managed by the Hallmark Hospitality Group Limited. The hotel beautifully sits in a location that allows guests to explore the surrounding natural, historical, and cultural sites such as the crater lakes, the Royal Palace, Kibale Forest National Park, and Semliki National Park.
Rooms and amenities at Nyaika Hotel
The rooms at Nyaika Hotel provide the opportunity to discover comfort in the shadow of the Mountains. They are in the form of budget, standard, deluxe, and twin rooms, as well as business, and presidential suites.
Budget Rooms
Accommodating one guest, this i7-square-meter guestroom is simple and cozy with a small double bed, and a number of amenities such as a private bathroom at an arm’s length. This ensures convenience and functionality.
Standard Room at Nyaika Hotel
The standard room is 21 square meters with a small double bed that accommodates one guest and features a number of room amenities. These amenities include a private bathroom, a work desk, a chair, and a private balcony with a chair and table for relaxing while enjoying views of the surrounding.
Deluxe Room
This more spacious 34-square-meter guestroom has a king-sized bed that can accommodates a maximum of 2 persons. The deluxe room is rustic with a modern sleek feel and also has a workspace, a sitting area with a chair, a wide door that opens to the balcony for unwinding, and an en-suite bathroom.
Twin Room
Also 34 square meters, the spacious Twin room has two small double beds that can accommodate two guests, offers a modern uncluttered thrill and is perfect for leisure and business visitors.
Business Suites at Nyaika Hotel
Extending 40 square meters, the Business Suite features a comfortable King-size bed that accommodates two guests, modern interior designs that ooze out comfort and cool atmosphere, and features luxurious amenities that provide unforgettable stays for executive business visitors. There is a flat-screen Television, coffee/tea maker, a private balcony, and a sitting area among others.
The Presidential Suite
The larger Presidential Suite extends 110 square Meters with 2 King size beds in separate bedrooms and is perfect for VIP visitors or family travelers.
Facilities and Services at Nyaika Hotel
Nyaika Hotel has 6 restaurants and bars that are spread across the property, boasting breathtaking views of the Rwenzori Mountains and other amazing areas. Delicious cuisines are prepared by some of the most experienced chefs, and a warm ambiance.
The hotel also has fully equipped centers for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE). These centers include Rwenzori – 212 square meters capable of accommodating 200 guests theatre style and 150 guests Banquet style), Semuliki – extending 106 square meters and capable of accommodating 120 guests in a theatre style and 80 guests banquet style. There is also the 106-square-meter Kibale hall.
The hotel also has verdant contoured and well-maintained tropical gardens for private events like company cocktail parties, and weddings, among others.
Taking a chimpanzee trekking tour in Uganda, may last between two and five hours, including a one-hour session of observing and photographing them as they go about their daily activities. Aside from chimpanzee trekking, other activities that begin at the Kanyanchu Visitors’ center include the chimpanzee habituation experience, guided forest walks and birding tours.