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Kerawud International hotel

4.0 star property
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Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Piyassa, Awassa, Sidama, 1923
  • Place, Lake Awasa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawassa University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fish Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Awassa (AWA)
    ‪29 min drive‬
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Room options

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

  • Partial lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Television

Standard Single Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Awassa

Located within a mile (2 km) of Lake Awasa, Kerawud International hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Fish Market. This 45-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lake Awasa - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hawassa University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Fish Market - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Awassa (AWA) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolci Vita Resturant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dukamo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Haile Panorama Lake View Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sholla Grill Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sombrero - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Kerawud International hotel

At Kerawud International hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and access to locker space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Dryers, sitting areas, and minibars are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Children's robes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 26 to December 29:
  • Parking area

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Kerawud Hotel Awassa
Kerawud International hotel Hotel
Kerawud International hotel Awassa
Kerawud International hotel Hotel Awassa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kerawud International hotel?

Kerawud International hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Kerawud International hotel?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kerawud International hotel on Jun 11, 2026 start from $63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Kerawud International hotel?

This hotel is located in Awassa within a short 19-minute walk of Lake Awasa. Fish Market is also within a driving distance of 1.7 mi.

Will I be able to park at Kerawud International hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Kerawud International hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Kerawud International hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kerawud International hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Kerawud International hotel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and a rainfall showerhead in each guestroom, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Kerawud International hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Kerawud International hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kerawud International hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Kerawud International hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Kerawud International hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Kerawud International hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Kerawud International hotel?

The closest major airport to Kerawud International hotel is Awassa (AWA), which is 13.8 mi away (66 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kerawud International hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Kerawud International hotel.

Kerawud International hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virgilio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, great friendly staff . Great location for walking to different parts of the city . I loved my stay here . Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jean-francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ye verygood breakfasts
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Said

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and smiling staff. and the breakfast is very good. very well placed everything is accessible on foot if you like walking
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness
Compared to much cheaper options that offer mostly the same service and facilities, the price is too high. Bathroom and furniture should be renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mekoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like every thing, specially the service i get at the cultural dinning room, their food is delicious, the music band is amezing.I stay 4 days and i never go to any hotel or restaurant.The rooms are neet,the housekeepers are very friendly, the shuttle service is on time. Finaly the management is wonderful, from the security guard to the manager they are working team work they help you when you park,take your luggage. I'm from Canada and I am very happy and I will see them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ChatGPT 4o mini I recently had the pleasure of staying at Kerawud International Hotel for four days, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience. From the moment I arrived, the customer service was outstanding. The staff was incredibly welcoming, professional, and attentive to every need, making me feel right at home. The breakfast was another highlight—offering a variety of delicious, freshly prepared options that catered to every taste. Whether I wanted something light or a more hearty meal, there was always something perfect to start my day. Additionally, the cleanliness of the hotel was top-notch. My room was spotless, and housekeeping was diligent in ensuring everything remained pristine throughout my stay. It's clear that the hotel takes great pride in maintaining a high standard of hygiene and comfort. Overall, my stay at Kerawud International Hotel was nothing short of wonderful, and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Whether it's for business or leisure, this hotel truly provides a comfortable, relaxing, and enjoyable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dawit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bra frukost. Hotellet ffa badrummet behöver renovering.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ce était un séjour très agréable. L'hôtel est très propre, la nourriture est parfaite et le buffet du petit-déjeuner propose un fantastique choix de plats éthiopiens frais.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Abebe

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Qihang

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerald

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Motoi

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024