Jacmel, Haiti

guevelt

1-star hotel

📍 rue de la paix, Jacmel

📞 2942-7022 🗺️ Map
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The Guevelt Hotel is a humble, no-frills lodging in Jacmel's historic centre. Its faded colonial charm and worn wooden floors give it a lived-in feel, while its staff's warm welcome makes up for the dated decor. This is a great choice for budget-conscious travellers who want to experience the authentic, laid-back vibe of Jacmel. Standing in the lobby, you'll feel like you're in the midst of a bustling Creole community.

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Jacmel编年史

Jacmel, a UNESCO Creative City, has a rich history dating back to 1698 when it was a French colonial settlement. The city's architecture reflects its French, African, and Taino heritage, with brightly coloured wooden buildings and ornate ironwork. Jacmel is known for its vibrant arts scene, with a strong focus on woodcarvings, painting, and music. The city's cultural identity is deeply rooted in its Afro-Caribbean traditions, which are still celebrated through its Carnival festivities. Today, Jacmel is a hub for Haitian artists and a popular destination for those interested in exploring the country's unique culture.

参观的最佳时间

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最佳月

The best months to visit Jacmel are June, July, and August, when the weather is warm and sunny, with average highs of 28°C (82°F). These months also offer manageable crowds, making it easier to explore the city's narrow streets and historic sites.

峰会 / 节日 Surge

September is the peak month in Jacmel, with the city hosting the annual Jacmel Carnival. This vibrant festival attracts thousands of visitors, driving up hotel prices and accommodation demand. Expect to pay a premium for rooms during this time, but it's worth it for the infectious energy and stunning costumes.

预算肩部季节

April and May are great shoulder months for budget-conscious travellers, with mild weather and fewer crowds. You can find discounts on hotel rooms and enjoy the city's cultural events, such as the Jacmel Film Festival, without the peak-season prices.

天气 & 包装

Jacmel's climate is characterized by a dry season from December to April and a wet season from May to October. Be sure to pack lightweight, breathable clothing and comfortable shoes, as the city's uneven streets can be challenging to navigate.

城市简介 — Jacmel

  • The Jacmel-Haiti airport has recently reopened after renovations, offering improved connections to Port-au-Prince and other destinations.
  • The city's main market, Marché de Jacmel, has been renovated and now offers a wider range of local handicrafts and souvenirs.
  • The Haitian government has launched a new initiative to restore and preserve the city's historic architecture, with a focus on the iconic Notre Dame de la Port-au-Prince Cathedral.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to guevelt, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Floor 2 or higher, rooms at the back of the hotel, away from rue de la paix. These rooms are likely to be quieter due to being further from the main street and may have a view of the surrounding buildings or a courtyard.

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Rooms to avoid

Floor 1, rooms facing rue de la paix. These rooms will likely be noisier due to the street traffic and may receive more noise from the street vendors and pedestrians.

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Best views

Rooms on Floor 2 or higher at the back of the hotel may offer a view of the surrounding buildings or a courtyard.

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Quietest floors

Floors 2-3

🔊 Noise notes

Rue de la paix is a busy street with street vendors and pedestrians, which may generate noise. The service entrance may also be a source of noise.

Insider tips

Check-in at the hotel's designated time to ensure a smooth process, as the staff may be busy with other guests. Request a room with a fan instead of air conditioning, as the hotel may not have functioning AC, and a fan will provide a more reliable cooling solution.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

酒店设施 — guevelt

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Wi-Fi

Free basic tier, 256 kbps; Paid tier, 1 Mbps, Gourdes 500 per day

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors, but stairs-only access to third-floor rooms

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Media & Newspapers

No digital newsstand, but complimentary local newspapers available

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Check-in / Check-out

14:00-22:00; 10:00 early bag-drop; Gourdes 1,500 late check-out until 15:00

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Baggage Storage

Available 24/7; Gourdes 200 per bag, per day

Accessibility

Step-free access, one wheelchair-accessible room; historic building with narrow corridors

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Parking

On-site parking available; Gourdes 1,000 per night; nearest public car park, Parking Public, Gourdes 800 per day; no EV charging available

收费、税收和存款

City / tourist tax: Gourdes 100 per person per night

Deposit & card hold: 20% advance deposit, Gourdes 500 incidental card hold

信仰与饮食附近

  • Church: gabaron (458 m · ~6 min walk)
  • Church: eglise de Dieu (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
  • Church: eglise advantiste du 7em jour salem (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
  • Church: Église Sacré Coeur de Meyer (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)

五分钟无线电必需品

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Convenience Store

nouvelle vision boutique — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk

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Nearest Transit

station des orangers — 3.0 km · ~38 min walk

货币与货币

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Local currency

Haitian Gourde, HTG

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Where to exchange

Exchange money at local banks, such as Banque de la République d'Haiti, or at currency exchange offices in the city centre. Be aware that airport and tourist bureaux rates are often poor.

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Cards & contactless

Credit cards are accepted at most businesses in Jacmel, but mobile payment and contactless options are limited. US dollars are widely accepted as an alternative.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up the bill or leaving 10-20 HTG for good service is appreciated.

吃,购物和旅行在一个预算

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Cheap coffee

A typical cup of coffee can be found for around 50-75 HTG.

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Best-value lunch

A plate of rice and beans or a sandwich from a street vendor costs around 150-200 HTG.

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Affordable dinner

A meal at a local eatery can cost around 400-600 HTG for a main course.

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Street food & cheap eats

Street food is common in the market area near the town square.

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Budget groceries

Supermarché Amical and Marché de Jacmel are common supermarkets in the area.

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Affordable clothes

Market stalls and small shops along the Rue de la Paix offer affordable clothing options.

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Cheapest way around

A day pass for the local bus system costs around 100 HTG, and a taxi ride from the airport can cost around 2,000 HTG.

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Money-saving tips

Bargain at markets, use local transportation, and eat at street food stalls to save money.

Emergency Contacts

Jacmel
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Police
114
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Ambulance / Medical
118
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Fire Department
115 / 116

Dial 114 for police (same as national emergency number). Ambulance services are scarce; private hospitals like Hôpital Saint-Michel (509 22 86 0192) may assist. Fire services reachable at 115 or 116. For any emergency, contact the local police station in Jacmel: +509 22 86 0206. Note: response times can be very slow; keep a satellite phone or local contact handy.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

1
Cantine Scolaire Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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DOM Snack bar Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
guy's guest house Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
esther - restaurant Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Fine Bouche Bar Restaurant Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
la qualite resto bar dansant Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Belle cuisine haitian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
8
Kathia's one love restaurant haitian
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Jacmel, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at guevelt

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

围绕

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Tap-Tap (Shared Local Bus) 20 Haitian gourdes (~0.15 USD)

Jacmel market zone (Marche de Jacmel) → Hotel de Jacamelienne

15 min · Every 5–10 minutes during daylight · 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM

💡 Flag down any brightly painted pickup truck heading toward Rue du Commerce. Tell the driver 'otèl Jakamelien' – they’ll drop you near the gate. Keep small change ready.

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Tap-Tap from Port-au-Prince 200–250 gourdes (~1.50–2 USD)

Port-au-Prince bus terminal (near Marche de la Croix-des-Bossales) → Jacmel bus station (Route de la Montagne)

180 min · Every 30–60 minutes, 6 AM – 4 PM · 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (departures dry up after 2 PM)

💡 Sit on the left side for ocean views after Leogane. Expect a dusty, bumpy ride – bring a scarf for your mouth and nose. From Jacmel station, it's a 10-minute walk or 50 gourde moto-taxi to the hotel.

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Moto-Taxi (Motorcycle Taxi) 50–100 gourdes (~0.40–0.80 USD)

Jacmel city centre (Place de la Liberation) → Hotel de Jacamelienne

10 min · Available at all times along main roads · 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (sporadic after dark)

💡 Haggle before riding – 50 gourdes is fair for one person. Hold on tight; drivers weave through potholes. Ask for a helmet; they often have one under the seat.

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Private Airport Transfer 80–120 USD

Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP) → Hotel de Jacamelienne, Jacmel

120 min · On demand (pre-book recommended) · 24/7 with advance arrangement

💡 Negotiate the fare in advance. Your hotel can arrange a reliable driver for about 100 USD – much safer than hailing one at the airport.

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常见问题

What are the best rooms at guevelt?

Floor 2 or higher, rooms at the back of the hotel, away from rue de la paix. These rooms are likely to be quieter due to being further from the main street and may have a view of the surrounding buildings or a courtyard.

Which rooms should I avoid at guevelt?

Floor 1, rooms facing rue de la paix. These rooms will likely be noisier due to the street traffic and may receive more noise from the street vendors and pedestrians.

Is guevelt noisy?

Rue de la paix is a busy street with street vendors and pedestrians, which may generate noise. The service entrance may also be a source of noise.

Which rooms have the best views at guevelt?

Rooms on Floor 2 or higher at the back of the hotel may offer a view of the surrounding buildings or a courtyard.

What are insider tips for staying at guevelt?

Check-in at the hotel's designated time to ensure a smooth process, as the staff may be busy with other guests. Request a room with a fan instead of air conditioning, as the hotel may not have functioning AC, and a fan will provide a more reliable cooling solution.

What time is check-in at guevelt?

Check-in at guevelt is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does guevelt have Wi-Fi?

Free basic tier, 256 kbps; Paid tier, 1 Mbps, Gourdes 500 per day

Is there a city or tourist tax at guevelt?

Gourdes 100 per person per night

Where can I eat cheaply near guevelt?

A plate of rice and beans or a sandwich from a street vendor costs around 150-200 HTG.

What is the cheapest way to get around from guevelt?

A day pass for the local bus system costs around 100 HTG, and a taxi ride from the airport can cost around 2,000 HTG.

When is the best time to visit Jacmel?

The best months to visit Jacmel are June, July, and August, when the weather is warm and sunny, with average highs of 28°C (82°F). These months also offer manageable crowds, making it easier to explore the city's narrow streets and historic sites.

Jacmel热门景点

Jacmel Beach Free

💡 Go early, around 7am, to avoid crowds and see fishermen hauling in boats. Don't leave valuables on the sand.

Jacmel Cathedral Free

💡 Sunday mass at 9am is energetic — live choir and drums. Dress respectfully (cover shoulders and knees). No photography during service.

Iron Market (Marché en Fer) Free

💡 Bring small bills (gourdes, not dollars). Haggle gently — a 10–15% reduction is normal. Go in the morning when produce is fresh; by noon it's mostly empty.

Place d'Armes Free

💡 Sit on a bench around 5pm — that's when kids play, old men play dominoes, and the light makes the buildings glow.

Carnival Mask Museum (Musée du Carnaval)

💡 Entry costs about 50 Haitian gourdes (roughly 30p). Ask the caretaker to show you the back room — that's where the real craftsmanship happens. Takes 20 minutes max.

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  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
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