Immerse yourself in a unique village experience at the Social Innovation Experience, where comfort meets community. Stay in an upcycled house made from plastic bottles and be part of a thriving social innovation hub. Engage with scholars and changemakers, take part in activities and community tours or unwind on top of a beautiful hill.
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 215 sq m
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
We promise: you will be inspired! Innovation community/ bottle house-top of hill
Sleep in an upcycled house out of plastic bottles and get to now the social innovations of the Social Innovation Academy (SINA) and connect with its scholars.
Be part of a community of changemakers and experience rural but comfortable life in Uganda. Interact and take part in social innovation in its making or relax in a beautiful environment away from the pollution and hustle of Kampala (yet the city is only 1h away).
Marginalized youth are creating their own opportunities in form of social enterprises, where you can experience an innovative empowerment location on top of a beautiful hill.
You stay contributes 100% towards supporting the youth to create a future for themselves. A broad variety of activities and community tours are awaiting you.
We are excited to have you with us! The Social Innovation Experience is not just a regular Hotel but integrated and part of a Community of Social Entrepreneurs. It is managed and operated by the nonprofit NGO Social Innovation Academy (SINA) We educate former orphans, street children, refugees and other disadvantaged youth in Uganda to become job creators and social entrepreneurs with the ability to turn challenges into solutions. Your stay is directly contributing to support marginalized youth in Uganda in their mission to become changemakers.
The Academy is located right next to the accommodation village and you will have the unique chance to interact with us, see different innovations happen and get to know our social entrepreneurs. Of course you may also choose to relax in the quiet village! We will give you a tour at the beginning of your stay, which will explain our model, possible activities for you and logistics (e.g. where to find our free drinking water) etc.
We would like you to be aware that the Social Innovation Experience is a basic accommodation. Our students will take care of you, who are within training to become professionals. Like in all villages in Uganda: showering water is usually not heated, meals are traditional Ugandan and the electricity can sometimes be out. SINA offers you a unique opportunity to emerge in a village life, while having everything you need around you and especially a welcoming and inspiring community.
You can take part in our communal (simple) meals. If you wish anything extra, we have a small shop onsite and can also prepare additional food for you.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Location highlights
In a village
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
We Promise you Will be Inspired Innovation Community/ House-top
We Promise you Will be Inspired Innovation Community/ House-top
About the area
Mpigi is home to this cottage. Kiwamirembe Catholic Shrine and Kasubi Tombs are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Victoria Mall and Imperial Shopping Mall. Nakigalala Tea Estate and Destreet Art Gallery are also worth visiting. Visit our Mpigi travel guide
Is We promise: you will be inspired! Innovation community/ bottle house-top of hill pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at We promise: you will be inspired! Innovation community/ bottle house-top of hill?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at We promise: you will be inspired! Innovation community/ bottle house-top of hill?
Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.
What time is check-out at We promise: you will be inspired! Innovation community/ bottle house-top of hill?
Checkout is at 1:00 PM.
Where is We promise: you will be inspired! Innovation community/ bottle house-top of hill located?
Situated in Mpigi, this cottage is within 25 miles (40 km) of Lake Victoria, Nakigalala Tea Estate and Rubaga Cathedral. Buganda Parliament and Kabaka's Lake are also within 25 miles (40 km).
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