Mountains of the Moon Hotel vs Nyinabulitwa Country Resort

Both in fort-portal region · Updated 2026

Quick Answer

Mountains of the Moon Hotel is a hotel ($$) in Fort Portal, often chosen by travelers wanting town comfort between bush stays and chimpanzee trekking visitors (kibale day trips). Nyinabulitwa Country Resort is a comfort ($$$) in Crater Lakes. Mountains of the Moon Hotel is the more affordable option ($$), while Nyinabulitwa Country Resort positions itself at the comfort level. They are in different areas: Mountains of the Moon Hotel in Fort Portal and Nyinabulitwa Country Resort in Crater Lakes.

Option A

Mountains of the Moon Hotel

Fort Portal · Fort Portal & Crater Lakes

A well-known hotel in Fort Portal town, named after the Rwenzori Mountains. A convenient town base for day trips to Kibale and the crater lakes.

$$·Hotel

Option B

Nyinabulitwa Country Resort

Crater Lakes · Fort Portal & Crater Lakes

A comfort resort in the crater lakes area near Fort Portal. Set in a green landscape with views of the surrounding volcanic lakes.

$$$·Comfort

Side-by-Side Comparison

Mountains of the Moon HotelNyinabulitwa Country Resort
CategoryHotelComfort
Price Level$$ Mid-range$$$ Comfort
Sector / AreaFort PortalCrater Lakes
National Park
Distance to Park
RoomsLuxury Room
DiningThe hotel restaurant serves fine dining with international and Ugandan cuisine. ...
Highlights
15-acre landscaped gardensRwenzori Mountain viewsWalking distance to Fort Portal town centreOriental and French chic design
Best For
Travelers wanting town comfort between bush staysChimpanzee trekking visitors (Kibale day trips)Business travelers
Activities
Day trips to Kibale National ParkCrater lakes excursionsRwenzori Mountain viewpointsFort Portal town walks
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Choose Mountains of the Moon Hotel if you...

  • are looking for travelers wanting town comfort between bush stays
  • are looking for chimpanzee trekking visitors (kibale day trips)
  • are looking for business travelers
  • value 15-acre landscaped gardens
  • value rwenzori mountain views

Choose Nyinabulitwa Country Resort if you...

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