Amba Lodge Lalibela

Hotels
9.9 (30 reviews)
Churches Street , Lalībela , et

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful view
Amazing host
Clean facilities
Delicious organic food
Cons:
Initial weak Wi-Fi connection

Categories

Cleanliness
10
The facilities were clean and new, with specific mentions of cleanliness in reviews.
Service
10
Gashaw is consistently described as an amazing host and very caring towards guests.
Location
9.6
The hotel is in a calm area, yet close to the city center and landmarks.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are spacious and offer amazing views, enhancing the guests' experience.
Amenities
9.6
Good amenities such as balcony views and breakfast options were highlighted.
Value for Money
10
Many guests expressed that it was a good value for the services offered.
Food and Beverage
10
Food was prepared with care and was described as delicious and nourishing.
Overall Experience
10
Guests reported transformative experiences and high satisfaction with their stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 18:33

Property Description

Scenic Mountain Views

At Amba Lodge Lalibela, wake up to breathtaking mountain views from the comfort of your own private balcony. Enjoy the serenity and beauty of Lalibela right from your room.

Convenient Amenities

Experience convenience with our range of amenities including free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Let us take care of all your needs to ensure a comfortable stay.

Explore Lalibela

Located just 1.3 km from Bet Abba Libanos, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring popular attractions like Bet Giyorgis and Church of St. George. Let us make your stay in Lalibela unforgettable.

Book your stay at Amba Lodge Lalibela now and immerse yourself in the charm of this historic city.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.9
Based on 30 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.6
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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YUYA couple jp
10
また来たくなるホテルです
Pros:

眺望が最高で、部屋も綺麗、コストも安いです。
治安の問題で夜は出歩かないことが前提のエリアのため、夕食は必然的にホテルで取ることになります。その点、こちらは食事が美味しいうえに、値段も周辺のレストランと同じかそれより安いです。
日本人には少し慣れない味のインジェラも、こちらでは美味しくいただけます。

また、オーナーも元ガイドとのことで、親切にこちらの過ごし方の相談にも乗ってくれました。

Cons:

アメニティは石鹸とタオルのみで、他は持参が必要です。
ただし、それはこのホテルに限らずラリベラでは一般的だと思います。

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Wilman solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The hospitality from the owner was the best. Great person!

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Sarka couple cz
10
Pros:

My stay at the Amba Hotel was amazing. The view from the room was incredible, it almost felt unreal how beautiful it was 🥰 The staff were also very helpful and friendly.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Georgy extended_group sa
10
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Emmanouil solo_traveller gr
7
Pros:

Μεγαλα δωματια και μπαλκονι

Cons:

Μειναμε 3 ημερες
Δεν ειχε καθολου καθαριοτητα δωματιου
Μας χρεωσαν για την μεταφορα απο και προς το αεροδρομιο

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Dorian solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great hosts, very accommodating patient and gracious

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller us
10
Amazing!!
Pros:

One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at! The clean and comfortable room plus the unbelievable view is unmatched! I also really enjoyed the breakfast and dinners. But the best part is the family that runs the hotel. They are the nicest people and they treat you like one of their own. I highly recommend

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
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Christian Antonio solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Fantastic customer service skills from Gashaw and team. He can organise everything and make your stay fee every time comfortable. I can fully recommend this Lodge

Cons:

It is located 30 min walk from churches but can enjoy a great view from mountains

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
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Y couple gb
10
2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller de
9
Great stay on a budget in Lalibela with expert tour guide!
Pros:

Amba was perfect for a quick solo trip to Lalibela. The rooms are spacious and clean, and with balconies providing amazing views of the area. Also, the star viewing at night is breathtaking.

Gashaw is a true asset for this place. He creates an open atmosphere in the dining area that makes it easy to interact with the other guests over meals. He also was a perfect tour guide for visiting the churches, and extremely knowledgeable about the entire area.

I would not hesitate to stay at Amba again!

Cons:

The internet was a little spotty at times, but it may just depend on which room you have.

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
J
Javier.CR couple es
9
Pros:

Personal muy atento y ubicación tranquila con vistas a la montaña muy bonitas.

2025-12-31 via Nuitee
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Tennille solo_traveller tt
10
Pros:

Excellent hosts, food was great and the view is amazing

Cons:

Wifi is spotty

2025-12-19 via Nuitee
M
Moreau solo_traveller gr
10
Pros:

The place is beautifull, rooms are spacious and have amazing view to watch the sunset over the mountains.
Gashaw is an amazing host, and makes you feel more like you are hosted at a friend's rather than hotel.
And because the man has many skills, take him as guide to visit the churches.

2025-11-26 via Nuitee
C
Cueva solo_traveller ar
10
Pros:

Great host, super tasty breakfast. Calm area near restaurant. You can also order dinner in there if you feel tired

2025-11-24 via Nuitee
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Sophie solo_traveller tw
10
Cozy stay in Lalibela
Pros:

The view from the room was exceptional. The facilities were clean and new. The host was the most warm and welcoming!

2025-11-23 via Nuitee
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Araba solo_traveller id
10
Reset for the body mind and soul
Pros:

A Truly Life-Changing Stay — Mind, Body, and Soul
From the moment I arrived, everything was seamless. The pickup was well organized and easy, and the welcome coffee ceremony was the most beautiful introduction to Lalibela — warm, grounding, and unforgettable.
Breakfast was all organic and local: fresh honey, eggs, and milk, most of it coming directly from the garden and the surrounding community. Every meal was cooked at my request by Gashaw’s wife, whose dishes were infused with genuine care. Her food was delicious, nourishing, and honestly the kind of wholesome cooking you feel in your spirit.
The lodge owner, Gashaw, is not only a gracious host but also an exceptional guide. His depth of knowledge about the churches built under King Lalibela is profound. Visiting the churches with him is like stepping into a supernatural realm. The connection to the 12th century — to every person who shaped the patina on those floors and walls — is powerful, humbling, and truly life changing.
If you need a reset, this is the place. Here, you fill your mind and spirit with endless possibility and greatness. I slept with my curtains open, stars covering the sky. At dawn, the faint sound of donkeys rising from the valley greeted me as the sun warmed the day.
No plastics. No takeaway packs. Just clean, wholesome living — perfect for the mind, body, and soul.
I will return

Cons:

There was nothing I didn't like.

2025-11-14 via Nuitee
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J solo_traveller cz
10
Výborný poměr cena / výkon, čistota, velmi milý personál
Pros:

Velký a velmi čistý pokoj s balkonem, ze kterého byl nádherný výhled do údolí. Pohodlné postele. Na uvítanou kávový rituál. Výborné snídaně - velký výběr. Velmi milý, ochotný a nápomocný personál s výbornou angličtinou. Individuální přístup. Pokud budete potřebovat průvodce po Lalibele, jejích památkách a po okolí, tak pan majitel hotelu je ten pravý! Umístění hotelu v klidné lokalitě, ale přes to v blízkosti centra a památek.
Zajištění transferu z / na letiště velmi pomohlo.

Cons:

Zpočátku slabší Wi-Fi na pokoji, ale došlo k okamžité nápravě.

2025-11-10 via Nuitee
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Andrii solo_traveller ua
10
Pros:

Good value for this money. The owner helped organize a transfer from the airport. Great view from the room, clean room. Delicious breakfast, I recommend.

2025-11-05 via Nuitee
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Popovici solo_traveller ro
10
I felt safe, had good food cooked directly by the owners, and whenever I needed help or guidance, the owners were very a
Pros:

Clean and amazing mountains view from room and balcony.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
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ELENA extended_group it
10
Absolutely recommended
Pros:

If you are looking for a comfortable, centrally located accommodation, managed by the kindest people, please look no further. The room was spacious, impeccably clean, with a stunning view. Food was of great quality and prepared with love. Couldn't recommend this place more.
Mr. Gashaw, was kind, attentive, caring and very knowledgeable of the area.

2025-08-17 via Nuitee