Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 31 reviews.
Ilia
Russia · Solo · April 2025
“Too backpacking”
+The only good thing was the price. On the one hand, it's hard to complain at this price, but...
−The host barely speaks English. Poor room equipment, very uncomfortable and dirty shower (and only one for all rooms). They offer tours at inflated prices, it is better to find another guides. Lack of normal restaurants nearby. The host promises to meet me at the bus station but didn't answer the phone and was late.
Jiří
Czechia · Solo · April 2025
“Exceptional”
+Really nice hostel! Its affordable, good location and awesome hosts. Can totally recommend!
Stoppel
Argentina · Solo · February 2025
“Very good”
−No wifi at that time
Nina
Germany · Group of friends · February 2025
“Good”
+Cute family and very helpful with questions
−Beds are a bit small for 2 people. No WiFi. The minute you walk inside the garden someone will try to sell you a tour to anywhere. Was too overwhelming. No backpackers vibe - more like a guesthouse with mostly private rooms
פאנק
Israel · Solo · February 2025
“Best in bahir dar”
+Peter helpped me with everything I needed. From arriving the hostel from the airport and to booking some nice trips around bahir dar. The whole crew members were really nice for me and weren’t say no for anything I asked them for. The place is well clean and there’s hot water in the showers.
Jason
China · Solo · January 2025
“Nice for a day or 2.”
+Small and simple room around a courtyard. Gated and safe area. Good mosquito netting.
−No wifi, simple shared bathroom, and was being touted to purchase tour packages from the very first second.
Saberahmed91
United Kingdom · Solo · January 2025
“Superb”
+Great location where you have easy access to the main square and bus station. Not far from markets and the staff and owner Peter is extremely helpful. The atmosphere of the place was tranquil and I found the toilets and washrooms to be well maintained. I felt safe and would recommend it to anyone who wants to stay in a hostel.
−Some mosquitos nets need a change as some had some holes but honestly an easy fix
Petr
Czechia · Solo · January 2025
“Good”
+As the name suggests, this hotel caters to backpackers. The price reflects the basic facilities, such as shared toilets and showers outside the rooms. However, everything was clean, including the rooms, which is a big plus. The mosquito net was excellent and much appreciated. The hotel owners are reliable and organize excursions, even if the budget sometimes doesn’t quite align with typical backpacker expectations. That said, I thoroughly enjoyed the trips to the Blue Nile Falls and the monasteries on Lake Tana. While the coffee plantation part of the tour turned out to be just a single coffee plant, the overall experience was pleasant. The trip cost $165, and I felt it was worth it.
−The transportation arrangement from Bahir Dar to Lalibela was less ideal. After some bargaining, I paid $50, only to find myself in an overcrowded minibus. Later, I learned that the price was roughly five times what locals typically pay. On the bright side, the hotel redeemed itself by securing a cheaper flight ticket for me compared to the online price.
Robin
Switzerland · Solo · December 2024
“If you are in Bahir Dar, go to Bahir Dar Backpackers.”
+The guys from Bahir Dar Backpackers are super friendly and always willing to help. Thanks again for the great tour on lake tana and to the nile falls - the money was absolutely worth it.
Rofe
India · Solo · November 2024
“Superb”