Charming budget hotel, easily reached from Lalibela airport by bus for 200BIRR. I was met and accompanied by a guide, Ababa, from the hotel. Rooms are large and quiet, and they catch the sun in the morning whilst having breakfast, with a gorgeous view of the mountains. The wifi was reliable for me too! The hotel is in a warm and friendly part of town with locals wanting to engage - and it has multiple ATMs nearby. Everything is within walking distance although tuktuks into the main areas are cheap. The owner and staff are genuine, helpful and honest and the food on request is delicious. The guide is also onsite should you want accompanied trips or hikes and as a solo traveller, I took advantage of this and was never worried or anxious about moving about the town or hiking. The rooms are a little tired, but for the price, excellent VFM. I highly recommend!

Leaving...

Firstly, Birjan, the receptionist arranged my transport pick up & return to the airport, facilitated for my tour guide & checked for any help I needed. During my 4 days stay, it was straight forward check in & out in a spacious bedroom & bathroom with bathtub. The bed is comfortable with clean beddings. I was amazed a bird knocked every morning to wake me up & hear more chirping of various birds. I felt the sights & sounds of nature so relaxing, heartwarming & closer to the Creator. Baladto was happy to serve the breakfast to start my day. Sitting by the terrace, I could see the greenery & the surrounding mountains. Also, the canopy of the churches & the Saturday market are visible which be reached by tuktuk in 10 minutes. Spoken with the Manager Getacho who offered me a free dinner. All these experience is good value for money. Need I say more?

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Owner of the hotel very nice and concerned about the well-being of its customers.

Close to Kana restaurant, stunning views in the garden, incredible staff, the breakfast and very close to the historical churches. They have a local guide who speaks great English and have incredible knowledge about the history. They even offered me dinner for the last night!

Location and value

Beware of bedbugs