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Bahir Dar – Lake & river

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Boutique hotels in Bahir Dar

A palm-lined lakeside town, with monastery islands on Lake Tana.

Handpicked boutique hotels

Where to stay in Bahir Dar

Bahir Dar sits on the southern shore of Lake Tana, with palm-lined avenues, a lively waterfront and ancient island monasteries decorated with murals. Nearby, the Blue Nile Falls drop over a basalt cliff.

Where to stay

A few resorts and small hotels stand beside the lake.

Good to know

Boat trips to the monasteries take a full morning. The falls are largest after the rains.

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Questions about Bahir Dar

How many boutique hotels are there in Bahir Dar?

We list 2 boutique hotels in Bahir Dar, including Kuriftu Resort & Spa Bahir Dar and Papyrus Hotel.