Northern Pearl

Overall, I'd most definitely give around 4.5 stars as I would come again. Of note, the staff are all incredibly nice and polite. They're were all so receptive and willing to assist with a myriad of tasks. Also for the included breakfast, I think their vege sandwich option was incredible. I will say however that the internet can be a tad spotty, which could be frustrating if you are planning to work virtually. Also depending on the room, insects and other little guys can be common guests. This is more a design flaw than anything as housekeeping is great.

The place is really cosy and the people working here are amazing and always so friendly. The rooms are perfect and quiet. The food in the restaurant is very tasty, butter chicken is one of my favorite dishes and the best one in the whole of Uganda! When I reach Gulu, I always come here and feel at home right away!

Northern Pearl is a nice and very safe hotel, with beautiful gardens, and a truly excellent restaurant (especially the Indian options!). The staff were very friendly, and I had a very pleasant experience throughout. However, while it is comfortable, the accommodation is not the best value, especially compared to alternative options in Gulu. The rooms could use a little work, the bathroom in particular needs an upgrade, while I also had some issue with cockroaches, caterpillars, and mice in the room.

This hotel keeps dogs that are released without informing guests. I got attacked in the night by dogs and it was a terrible experience especially since I was not informed at the check-in. It was a big trap and it was also very strange for a hotel to have dogs roaming the compound. I asked the guard and he pointed me to a small note in the room mentioning the fact. The rooms do not have phone extensions for guests to get help from the reception desk. So, you have to move to the reception physically. If you insist that this hotel is your choice, please be very careful, especially for those travelling with children or heart problems. You may witness your worst travel experience while in Gulu.

Good place to stay for an overnight stopover in Gulu. Clean and comfortable and excellent food all at a very affordable price Accommodation is in good sized bandas in a pleasant garden setting. The hotel is situated in a relatively quiet locality. Would definitely consider using it again if travelling onto northern Uganda Thank you

Amazing indian food at the restaurant, very friendly staff. Comfortable rooms. Walking distance to town center

I stayed here for a few days and had dinner in the restaurant twice. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. I felt 100% welcome. The room (a small standalone cottage, actually) was good (not perfect: the bathroom needs some upgrading) and fairly priced. The gardens are full of mango trees and really good for relaxation. The food in the restaurant is really decent.