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Jacaranda Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Church of St. George

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Jacaranda Hotel offers a perfect location near Lake Tana and the Fish Market. Guests start their day with a breakfast buffet, rejuvenate with a Swedish massage at the spa, and appreciate scenic views from the hotel's terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Economy Single Room, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Economy Single Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Lake View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Partial Lake View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | View from room

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Opposite Bahir Dar Old Stadium, Bahir Dar, Amhara

What's nearby

  • Church of St. George - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lake Shore - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bahir Dar Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bahir Dar Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bahir Dar University - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bahar Dar (BJR) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Homland Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Efoy - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hani Juice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Office Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gech Fish Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Jacaranda Hotel

Hotel near Church of St. George
Located close to Lake Tana and Fish Market, Jacaranda Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a nightclub. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage at the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a free daily manager's reception and a terrace.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, babysitting (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Jacaranda Hotel include comforts such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

JACARANDA HOTEL Bahar Dar
JACARANDA HOTEL Bahir Dar
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Bahir Dar JACARANDA HOTEL Hotel
JACARANDA HOTEL Bahir Dar
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JACARANDA HOTEL Bahir Dar
JACARANDA Bahir Dar
Hotel JACARANDA HOTEL Bahir Dar
Bahir Dar JACARANDA HOTEL Hotel
JACARANDA HOTEL Bahir Dar
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JACARANDA HOTEL Bahir Dar
JACARANDA HOTEL Hotel Bahir Dar

Frequently asked questions

Is Jacaranda Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jacaranda Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jacaranda Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Jacaranda Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 PM.

Does Jacaranda Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Jacaranda Hotel located?

Situated in Bahir Dar, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Church of St. George, Blue Nile Bridge, and Lake Shore. Bahir Dar Market and Bahir Dar Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Jacaranda Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yohannes

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall its very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was initially given a room with a view onto a lightwell, after having booked a lake view room. Room was changed the next day, but in the older building with no lift- on the 3rd floor. Great view though. Internet connection spasmodic, but staff worked hard to sort the problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
מלון מושלם עם צוות מקסים שדאג לחווית שהייה מושלמת. מההסעה ופקידי הקבלה החדרניות והמלצריות. הכל היה מושלם ממליץ בחום!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So far the hotel is very good, service team is polite and helps on all questions. Restaurant and food is very good. Many mosquitos, but help with spraying and antimosquito nets. So, no problem at all. Price is fair. I was not served the offered free bottle of wine as stated in my booking. Room was not with lake view, as stated in my booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ulrike

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Das Hotel ist nett, die Zimmer sind noch nicht perfekt. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich, aber noch unerfahren.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Friendly, helpful, feels like home - with some issues

I recommend Jacaranda. It is good value, fantastic location in the center looking the lake, I enjoyed a lot my top floor point of view. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is a treat with caring personal service. Lovely people lovely hotel. There are some issues though: The pick up from the airport did not arrive as promised and when I called it took a long time to the lady in the reception to understand me. 10 minutes they say but did not come. I got a free transfer from another driver, but felt wrong not to pay him. Turns out their car got a flat tire ... the shower was , well, there were hot water but the flow of the water extremely week, I managed well but it may be really anoying to others, can't say it was top clean, again, good enough for me but not what people may expect from a 4 star. All in all great hospitality, cosy comfortable room on 4th floor (no elevator) with sensational viewing from the small sweet outside porch. Gorgious breakfast and great staff. All in all recommended but there are the shower problem and some other. Amesegena!
2nd floor lobby decoration
the room
view from the veranda
another view from the veranda
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and clean amenities; thanks and see you again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people at the hotel were very very friendly and nice. I had a really great stay and I hope others do too. The food and room service were very good. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Zelalem Anteneh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Q

It was very Good and polite stuff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got a great price for a room here in the rainy season, and got treated like a Ras. Great fresh fruits & other options for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tufa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, nice people

Jacaranda was very friendly right starting with the pickup at the airport. The receptionists and the other staff were very courteous. The hotel was clean and has a great location. The only hiccup for me was that the room I chose, which was the best they have, did not have lake view. So I had to move to an older, and no so good, room. But that was my choice. The hotel should let people know which rooms do have lake view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denekow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, excellent staff and excellent management. I had a great time at the hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice overall ambiance, very friendly staff and good food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is centrally located and well kept. It seems to be a favorite location for many tour groups. It is a bargain price. The best part of my stay was the friendliness of the staff. They always had a smile and willingness to help.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Addis Ababa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made us feel at home. Transportation to and from the airport included.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wi fi only in lobby no fruit at breakfast no toiletries kettle leaked coffee cold at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Las habitaciones que dan al lago son antiguas. En el nuevo edificio, algunas habitaciones dan a otro edificio contiguo y apenas tienen luz. El desayuno es mediocre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of Lake Tana and market district/shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good basic hotel. Clean, loads of hot water and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly staff, clean, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Cordial and very helpful staff. Property needs upgrade if it want to continue competitive in the lake shore strip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air con unit leaking and didn’t get fixed. Staff v friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janki, Oslo, Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fairly new and clean hotel. The restaurant serves decent food. The menu has the standard Ethiopian hotel dishes. The location is across the street from the lake shore, about 10 mins. walk from the center.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very nice. The staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dies war bereits mein dritter Aufenthalt im Jacaranda seit 2014 und es freut mich zu sehen, dass man dort - anders als in den meisten anderen Hotels in Äthiopien in dieser Preiskategorie - stetig in die Verbesserung der Qualität der Hotelinfrastruktur und Services investiert. Gerne wieder!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

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