Foot of Asheten Mariam Mountain, Lalībela, Ethiopia
#9 of 19 hotels in Lalībela
Guests' ChoiceBased on 55 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
5.5
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Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Pauldine
United StatesThe “spa” needs some work
Great location and the view is exceptional
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Karina
Saudi ArabiaSimply everything was perfect: the overall location with the breathtaking views; different types of accommodations available (our double tukul was upgraded to one full tukul ;-); the bar on the cliff with mesmerizing sunsets; extremely friendly, helpful and always smiling staff, the beautifully decorated rooms, tasty food. The hotel owner also organized a car with a driver and a guide for the full three days, and both of them were wonderful (Driver Gashaw and Guide Maereg). We stayed three days with our 3 children to have enough time for visiting all the 11 churches, complete the hiking to the Asheton Maryam Monastery, see the village and have time to simply enjoy the peace over there.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 February 2025
Ibis
United StatesWifi
The staff is very nice. Food is good and clean and safe. Walking distance from st george.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 2 January 2025
Jared
United StatesAmazing views. Great staff. Very nice rooms.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2025
Robin
SwitzerlandSora lodge is an absolute 10/10. The view and the staff, which was warm, welcoming, super friendly and always willing to help, made my stay unforgettable. Thanks to everybody from Sora Lodge.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 15 December 2024
Katali
Ugandavery beautiful view and rooms
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 25 October 2024
Ori
Israelbreakfast can improve to be at the same level of the great dinner and lunch
I really enjoyed my time at Sora lodge! first of all the hotel design is charming, views are incredible! staff were so nice and did above and beyond to make me happy satisfy and help me with the rest of my trip. food was also delicious. spa service is great. best hotel I've got in Ethiopia!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 4 October 2024
Ulrich
GermanyWe have spent 7 nights at this wonderful Lodge with a spectactulare view to the great landscape around, very friendly and polite staff, rooms are clean and comfortable,excellent service. special event : we 've got an upgrade to the presidential bungalow for one night to the same price !Thanks so much !
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Alexander
United KingdomThe best hotel I had in Ethiopia, staff were amazing, facilities were all great and the views from the rooms and bar are out of this world.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Alexandre
SwitzerlandWifi is not that good but it s quite normal concidering the location.
It was my sencond time at the Lodge. The owner is very helpfull and taking care of our satisfaction. The staff of the restaurant is professional and very friendly. The lodges have a very nice view. There is also a view point open bar, very lovely for a sunset with a beer. The qulaity of the matress were perfect. The safety is also guarentee.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Scott
United StatesKeep in mind there is no internet in the rooms (and no TVs)
Great stay - highly recommended!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Jc
SpainNothing that I can remember.
Very friendly staff, nice food, good Breakfast. They don’t have much to offer but they do Their best and that’s a good attitude. Very nice views, nice infrastructure and they have contacts for tour guides.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Nathan
EthiopiaNothing, I liked it all!
The view and staff were amazing. The stone structure of the rooms made it feel unique.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Margret
KenyaWe loved everything!
The location was excellent, and the chef's superb cooking was the best food I have had in Ethiopia. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the rooms were clean!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Julio
United StatesMosquitos ...mosquitos ...i wish the mosquito net in the room was bigger
Great location and view. Remwmbwr to bring Dollars and only Dollars nobody wants Eti currency.... Our guide Mr. Mass is auper cool and a great photographer
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Nicola
United KingdomNothing to mention
The hotel staff gave us a warm welcome on arrival and were attentive and helpful throughout our stay. We had a large room with a balcony and a good bathroom. The food was freshly cooked and tasty. It’s a short walk to one of the town squares. It has a great view out over the countryside.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Paul
United StatesEverything was fine.
Great lodge and location. Occasionally the power went out but only got short increments.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 June 2023
Choon
KenyaWifi could not reach my room though I liked it that way as a good escape from unwanted communication and social media.
Location is convenient quite close to the famous churches. I went to the nearby churches by tuktuk though i think you can walk in 15-20 mins. The hotel surrounding is very beautiful with majestic mountains in sight.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Marcel
United StatesA great place to stay. Perfect location for a quiet time. Highly recommended
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Danielle
CanadaThe view was beautiful, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Beds were really nice. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 3 June 2023
Antonio
Italynothing
everything
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
Wubante
Abkhazia, GeorgiaThe rock church's and the geographical are ,the whole things amazing
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Takao
United Arab Emirateseverything was great. we upgraded our room to rock hewn suite.
Sora Lodge Lalibela is a great place to chill out in the historic town of Lalibela. The staff were friendly. The view from the Sun Set Bar was amazing.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 18 May 2023
M
Germanygreat location and very friendly staff who even found a doctor in the middle of one night when it became necessary. The view from the rooms could not be better and the food in the restaurant was also superb. we stayed for a whole week and did not get tired of it. In addition to the churches, there are some.very nice hiking trails for which a guide is recommended though.
Stayed in May 2023
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