Lalibela, Lalibela, Ethiopia
#13 of 19 hotels in Lalibela
Guests' ChoiceBased on 45 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.6
Facilities
7.8
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Free Wifi
5.0
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Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Abuki
EthiopiaThis review is hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.
Reviewed: November 20, 2024
Stephan
United KingdomNo tv
The staff were very helpful including abil the manager.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
გიორგი
GeorgiaStaff was very helpful and friendly... Location is perfect...
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: January 20, 2024
Ali
KuwaitWhen the power cut from the city the backup generator was not working that is the only negative things
Amazing helpful staff Special thanks to Abay & Yeshiwork & Habtework And the amazing guide Mqunt Good good selection and good size room
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: August 6, 2023
Jakub
Czech RepublicWifi is not working at all...
Beatiful view from the room.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: May 27, 2023
Ruth
United Statesan incredible view and fantastic service
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 8, 2023
Roberto
United Kingdomwifi could be stronger but I guess there’s only so much they can do with the local infrastructures
- the view from our room was just STUNNING. what a sunset! - staff was very welcoming and friendly. always looking to help. - we particularly enjoined the tour the hotel organised for us. the tour guide and the driver were both great! and I would recommend that experience to any of my friends visiting Lalibela - at night they prepared some traditional honey wine for us (thanks!!) as well as a bonfire to sit around and chat. Abel and Wundemo (hope I spelt their names correctly!) were a great company to have around the fire!
Stayed in April 2023

Reviewed: March 15, 2023
Bookingsean
United KingdomOnly disappointment was the included breakfast, on day 1 I enjoyed scrambled eggs, sweet bread, toast, a small donut and a bowl of fruit. But on day 2 this was reduced to only eggs and toast, due to lack of supplies. Also no milk available over 2 days so black coffee only.
For the price paid I cannot fault the room or location. Staff were friendly, tour guide booked through the hotel Mak, was a good guide, knowledgeable about the churches and decent chat over coffee and beer.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 15, 2023
Benjamin
SloveniaWifi in the rooms did not work, it only worked at the reception.
Extremely beautiful view from the balcony and terrace, peaceful location. The food was delicious and the staff was friendly.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: March 14, 2023
Chris
AustraliaBasically just paying for the view, tourist prices
Location and staff
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 8, 2023
Nicola
United KingdomLimited internet connectivity and potential issues with paying due to this. But this didnt impact our glorious stay!
The views, the hospitality and overall good vibes.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: March 1, 2023
David
United KingdomPayment had to be made for a booking that was not used because of a visa delay (although admittedly the hotel was strictly correct as the nature of the delay meant that the cancellation could not be made by the required deadline).
The location fully justifies the hotel's name and is extremely peaceful, offering a welcome contrast to Addis Ababa. The panoramic view is not just from one's room but also from the bar and restaurant. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, and made arrangements for an excellent guided tour (I would highly recommend the guide, Ermiyas).
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 20, 2023
Aleksei
RussiaThere were some problems with the shower drain
Amazing views from the balcony and the terrace. Friendly staff. Simple but good breakfast.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: February 15, 2023
Juliana
BrazilThe internet connection is not very good in the rooms and I found the bed a bit hard.
The staff was really nice and the view from the room was amazing. The room was also very clean.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Ramon
SpainPanoramic View Hotel Lalibela has a great location and superb views! The rooms are clean, and the food and service are excellent. The highlight of my stay was definitely my private tour with Mequanint — the best tour guide in Lalibela! He showed me around the 11 rock-hewn churches in just two hours — a new Guinness World Record in the 8th Wonders of the World! I strongly recommend both the hotel and Mequanint as a guide if you visit Lalibela (Ethiopia).
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Gebru
EthiopiaI had a great stay at Panoramic View Hotel in Lalibela. The room is very clean and comfortable. The view is truly Panoramic. The service is excellent. This is an ideal hotel to stay in Lalibela.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Aweke
EthiopiaThe best excellent hotel in lalibela All rooms have a lovely balcony so I enjoyed looking the sunset and sun down Truly amazing view of the valley and mountains that I have seen in my life, The stuff we're very helpful ful and friendly Best hotel breakfast I had in panoramic And fresh juice Great coffee Definitely recommend staying here
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 13, 2025
Jesper
NetherlandsSmell in bathroom, poorly maintained building.
View over the mountains and service in restaurant!
Stayed in February 2025

Reviewed: January 3, 2025
Stanislaus
GermanyNothing.
Great location, wonderful staff, excellent food, comfortable rooms. Even on Christmas Eve a bonfire and Christmas tree were prepared for us.We particularly fond memories of our guide, Mekuanint, who accompanied us for almost three days. He showed great knowledge and cordiality. He will remain in our hearts forever.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 25, 2024
Luis
FranceMoney-hungry management wants to squeeze as much cash as possible from the handful of tourists who stay in this place. The restaurant is way overpriced, the service is very slow, and the quality of the meals is just average/poor. I was charged 6 USD for fries and a coke in a country where a waiter earns less than 20 USD a month. Definitely do not recommend. There are better places in town.
The location and views are the only good things about this hotel.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 23, 2024
Abedela
EthiopiaPoor
Creation
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 13, 2024
Grzegorz
PolandHotel a bit away from the center, but perfectly located. Quiet and views from the room terrace fantastic. Very nice and helpful staff.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomThe most important thing were for me the security. I felt so safe . 24hours security service. The room is super clean. Everything works. Electricity never been a problem. They have a backup Generator system, friendly staff. Tasty breakfast which is local and international food. The hotel is located to the famous rock hewn church of Lalibela and to the town centre. I was appointed a guide and he speaks very good English and has a good knowledge of the Church.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: February 6, 2024
Habtemariam
EthiopiaGreat place and wonderful view. extraordinary location, all room have a private balcony facing the wonderful view of the beautiful lalibela. the hotel restaurant service is great. I liked the fresh free juice at breakfast Every staffs works hard to guarantee you’re Stay, helpful and friendly team The hotel provides a free airport pick up and drop of timely. I also appreciate the hotel private generator and good Wi-Fi internet service. I will back again
Stayed in February 2024
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