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Mini Lalibela Guest House

Guest house

Close to the Rock-hewn churches Lalibela

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
15 mentions

Friendly and helpful staff

The owners are amazing, super friendly and kind

Clean rooms
7 mentions

Great hostess, very clean, she even made dinner for us

The property is kept exceptionally clean

Breakfast available
7 mentions

Nice terrace, good breakfast

Great breakfast and very helpful staff - thanks again we really enjoyed our stay

Great location
5 mentions

Very good location for backpackers

A few minutes' walk to Lalibela's main attractions

Good value
5 mentions

Good price

:-) Definetly - place worth to stay for a few nights, good price-quality ratio

Comfortable rooms
5 mentions

The room is big enough and clea, nice garden sourrounding the bungalow

A small, intimate guesthouse located in a quiet, peaceful area

Overview

Offering city views and a garden, Mini Lalibela Guest House features accommodation well situated in Lalībela, within a short distance of Bet Abba Libanos, Bet Amanuel and Bet Giyorgis. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. At the guest house, the units include a desk. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in every unit. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels. A coffee shop can be found on-site, and in the warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. Church of St. George is 1.1 km from the guest house, while Bet Medhane Alem is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport is Lalibela, 17 km from Mini Lalibela Guest House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Angus

solo_traveller

January 19, 2026

10

Good price. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Arjan Louwe

solo_traveller

January 15, 2026

9

great

Asenka was splendid and the others as well, Im very grateful for their attentive presence. Couldn't have been better.

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Wayne

couple

November 28, 2025

10

Couldn’t have asked for more

The owners are amazing, super friendly and kind. We had dinner as their guests - excellent shiro, and were given a couple kilos of shiro powder. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay at their place again

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Dariusz

solo_traveller

October 28, 2025

9

Lalibela-Ethiopia "must see" attraction, worth to spend few days (entrance fee to churches v. high!)

Very good location for backpackers. Friendly staff - Mesfen welcomed me at the bus from Weldyia, after 5 hour tiring journey through territories under Amhara rebbels control. He assisted me on the way to the guesthouse, which is not easy to find at night. Birtukan prepared for me welcoming late dinner and - afterwords - every single day tasty breakfest. The room is big enough and clea, nice garden sourrounding the bungalow. Place is loccated app. 15 minutes walk from the complex of churches. WiFi was not accessable (due to fights in the region?) during my visit, but Mesfen shared the connection from his mobile. He helped with the money exhange, buying the tickets to churches, sightseeing in the area etc. As I know he could set up (almost) everything. :-) Definetly - place worth to stay for a few nights, good price-quality ratio.

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Guest

solo_traveller

June 21, 2025

9

great

Asenka was splendid and the others as well, Im very grateful for their attentive presence. Couldn't have been better.

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Danga

couple

February 18, 2025

10

Great hostess, very clean, she even made dinner for us. Nice terrace, good breakfast. I recommend it

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Nina

extended_group

February 16, 2025

10

Great breakfast and very helpful staff - thanks again we really enjoyed our stay. Good recommendations for things to do

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Maria Laura

couple

January 9, 2025

9

I would definetely stay here again

We really enjoyed our stay here. Our host were very kind and helpful with everything. Mesfin helped us to to go to the bank and gave us all the instructions we needed, and Asni cooked delicious breakfast for us everyday (eggs and pancake, which can be a rest if you are tired of injeera). The place is very calm and silent, qith the sounds of the birds...

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Helen

family_with_children

December 11, 2024

9

Fully recommend

Asinka the host is very very kind and accommodating. The property is kept exceptionally clean

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N i i l o

solo_traveller

September 30, 2024

7

Basic yet memorable family-feeling

+++Amazingly hospitable locals as hosts ++Offered coffee and even a local delicious dinner + Clean OBS At the time of visit (jan24) locals very e x t r e m e l y pushy up to harassing in the rock churches and the streets towards me as a foreigner pleading money for various motives - the guest house was a nice relief and getaway from that!

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Hareusz

extended_group

March 8, 2024

9

This is not a four-star hotel, but the atmosphere and hospitality are memorable.

A small, intimate guesthouse located in a quiet, peaceful area. A few minutes' walk to Lalibela's main attractions. The staff was exceptionally friendly and nice. Kibret and her brother invited us to a traditional Timkat dinner. There was a warm, homely atmosphere there. We were supported in visiting Lalibela by Mesfen. He cooperates with the guesthouse and is able to organize the tourists' stay very well.

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Lara

solo_traveller

February 7, 2024

10

People Place Room

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Niilo

solo_traveller

February 4, 2024

7

Basic yet memorable family-feeling

+++Amazingly hospitable locals as hosts ++Offered coffee and even a local delicious dinner + Clean OBS At the time of visit (jan24) locals very e x t r e m e l y pushy up to harassing in the rock churches and the streets towards me as a foreigner pleading money for various motives - the guest house was a nice relief and getaway from that!

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Raid

solo_traveller

November 28, 2023

10

Fantastic! The owner Birtukal, was a lovely host. She made a great breakfast for me 3 days in a row and treated me to a coffee ceremony as well. The hotel also arranged for an airport shuttle both times. Through the hotel I was also able to arrange a guide for the churches and trekking. Both guides they arranged for me were fantastic. Great value. Highly recommend!

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jennifer

couple

October 28, 2023

10

Everyone coming to Lalibela should stay in this delightful family run guesthouse. Value for money is second to none. We loved our time here. Rooms and facilities are spotlessly clean, hot water in shower, and very comfortable beds. Breakfast is delicious and you'll likely also get treated to a traditional coffee ceremony. Our host Asinka is a generous person and by the end of our trip felt more like a friend. About a 15min walk to see the churches. We followed their recommendation for guide of the churches and didn't regret it ($30 USD). Airport transfers went smoothly. We didn't do any hiking but they are able to help with that if you'd like to go on a hike. FYI : the cost of ticket to see the churches is now $100USD/ person and there has been no internet in this region for going on 3 months

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Marta

solo_traveller

October 9, 2023

10

I felt like a part of family!!!

I had a very warm welcome from the staff and to considered as a member of family !!!

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Rohan

solo_traveller

September 10, 2023

8

Room was good, courteous staff. I wish there was a little more help in terms of right information

The staff was helpful and arranged my pickup from the airport and was very kind and courteous. The room was also very good for the money I paid. Breakfast and dinner were great.

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Julien

solo_traveller

July 31, 2023

10

Mini Lalibela Guesthouse is a great place to stay, perfectly located, clean and affordable. Birtukan the owner is adorable, very professional and really care of customers. I highly recommend it.

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Paco

couple

July 28, 2023

9

We like a lot the crew in charge of the guest house. They were very kind and always talking care of us. Great people, you feel like a home. They enven invite US to a coffe ceremony. Anyway, the instalations were perfect and clean too. And delicious breakfast with honey from Lalibela.Very very good qualitat/prize.

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WEI SUNG

solo_traveller

June 24, 2023

10

best experience in Ethiopia,specially the coffee and food which the host provided!

Facilities

Activities

Hiking, Horse riding, Cooking class

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Sun terrace, Garden

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed

Safety & security

24-hour security

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Services

Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Currency exchange

Family Bungalow

The family room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 4 guests 25 1 bedroom0
Double or Twin Room with Balcony

The twin/double room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with mountain views as well as a shared bathroom featuring slippers. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 18 1 bedroom0
Budget Single Room

The single room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with mountain views as well as a shared bathroom featuring slippers. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 12 1 bedroom0

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 12:00 to 22:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
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Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 1:22 PM

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