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FikirandRay Lodge

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Bathroom shower
Cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$61
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July

Explore the area

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Bete Georgis, Lalibela, Amhara
  • Place, Church of St. George
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bet Danaghel
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bet Emmanuel
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lalibela (LLI)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Resort view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Lalibela

FikirandRay Lodge puts you in the heart of Lalibela, connected to a shopping centre and within a 20-minute stroll of Church of St. George and Bet Danaghel. Highlights at this lodge include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .This smoke-free lodge offers a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Lalibela lodge include Bet Maryam and Bet Medhane Alem.
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What's nearby

  • Church of St. George - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bet Danaghel - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bet Medhane Alem - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bet Maryam - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bet Emmanuel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Lalibela (LLI) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kana Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ma’ed Lalibela - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ben Ababa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Bar & Cocktails - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Torpido Tej Bet - ‬3 min drive

About this property

FikirandRay Lodge

Free breakfast is available daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). FikirandRay Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and 24-hour room service. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Lalibela lodge is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
FikirandRay Lodge offers 45 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. This Lalibela lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

FikirandRay Lodge Lalibela
FikirandRay Lalibela
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FikirandRay Lodge Lodge
FikirandRay Lodge Lalibela
FikirandRay Lodge Lodge Lalibela

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at FikirandRay Lodge?

FikirandRay Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at FikirandRay Lodge?

As of 8 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FikirandRay Lodge on 8 Jul 2026 start from NZ$61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at FikirandRay Lodge?

Yep, FikirandRay Lodge has a free self car park.

What makes FikirandRay Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at FikirandRay Lodge.

Is FikirandRay Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a free airport shuttle, as well as changing tables and highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that FikirandRay Lodge is a hit with families.

Does FikirandRay Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is offered daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at FikirandRay Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at FikirandRay Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at FikirandRay Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

FikirandRay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 49 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent host, very accommodating, clean room, and best WiFi in Lalibela!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

zatiti

I could not enjoy the property as for the 10 days that I was there most the time I was ill. I think this may have to do with the lack of deep cleaning. Hot water was also an issue. It took several request for a heater. The Wi-Fi never worked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
in questo periodo la struttura è praticamente chiusa, eravamo gli unici due ospiti, in tutta la zona i turisti sono pochissimi, ed essendo in piena Africa non ci sono strade e ci si deve aspettare polvere e in realtà selvaggia, siamo stati accolti bene da chi ha gestito questa struttura e si è è messa a completa disposizione per i nostri bisogni; se siete pronti ad una vacanza, hard andateci altrimenti cambiate destinazione
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

JORGE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un hôtel desfecté. Pas de wifi, petit déjeuner à 500 mètres dans un autre hôtel par chemin non éclairé…, fenêtre bloquée ouverte et pas d’eau chaude… à fuir !!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet convenience in Lalibela

FikirandRay is a relatively new hotel and offers comfort and quiet. It is a short walk from a restaurant with great views down the valley. The staff were very nice and helpful. Breakfast was simple but good. You need a guide to get around and bargain but prices tend to be somewhat set. Lalibela is well worth seeing, which you can do in two days, or most pf it in one day.
Welcoming coffee.
View from the second floor of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here at a quiet time, so cannot say how the hotel would be if very full. We had a nice large room with a terrific view over the valley, with private bathroom. It was very clean and well kept. Breakfast was fine, and whilst there was no lunch or dinner (maybe because so quiet) there are two excellent restaurants nearby, including the utterly bizarre Ben Abeba, a wonderfully odd Bond-villain place with magnificent views and interesting food. The location is good, a short tuk-tuk ride to the main churches. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, and we'd like to mention Nati, who went out of his way to help us, including running to the Ben Abeba in heavy rain to get us an umbrella!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location, very comfortable and clean room with a stunning view of the mountains, welcoming service and very good breakfast. Airport pick up service. Works with a young, energetic and friendly guide - I enjoyed the tour of the churches very much.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic comfort with a view

This is a very basic hotel, with only breakfast, and subject to power outages as with the rest of the town. It sits a bit away from the main part of town, which actually made for a quieter night than what my friends' at a place right in town experienced and my room had a great view of the valley and mountains beyond. Although it doesn't serve any meals except breakfast, it is a very short walk away from a couple of very good restaurants (within other bigger hotels). The staff were very friendly and helpful. I sent an email ahead about airport pick up and a local guide - they didn't respond, but they had a driver at the airport with my name on a sign and a local guide in tow.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, Clean, Great Guide

FikirandRay lodge was a great home base for a 1-night stay in Lalibela. Centered between the churches and the can't-miss restaurant Ben Abeda, I was treated to clean and comfortable rooms and very friendly staff. The first priority when I arrived was making sure I had a schedule to visit everything on my sightseeing list in a limited window of time. My tour guide was Yohannes, and I could recommend a better guide. Originally from the community, he spoke fluent English and had a passion for the history of Lalibela. He constantly made sure I was comfortable, well-fed, and found exceptional spots I never would have known about on my own. If you go, I would ask for him by name.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed in fikirandraylodge for two night And the room was clean the bed was very comfortable I had the best sleep very quiet very nice view from my room with big window the owner was friendly helpful arranging my tour service for Lalibela and monastery with the best English speaking guide I highly recommended this lodge the lodge worth much more than other hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location of the hotel on the map is WRONG! The hotel is located very far from the town centre! They cheat on you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When we first arrived...we were brought to another hotel that was not Fikir and Ray. It was a very new unfinished hotel called Halle Hotel. It had no wifi...no cabinetry...unfinished fixtures BUT the view was breathtaking...best in Lalibela. We loved the bathroom with its huge open window that looks into the valleys. The bed was very comfortable and the winds brought fresh mountain air. Sadly that ended when they shifted us to the original Fikir Ray hotel. This had wifi...but bedding wasnt that great...rooms were much smaller and views are nothing to shout about. All-in-all...it was an ok experience but could have been better if the first hotel they put us in was finished.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice personnel. Interior old style, beds comgortable and very fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional. I was upgraded to a room with a beautiful view. The team was very attentive to my needs. The property is clean and comfortable and located in short walking distance to a great restaurant that overlooks a valley on three sides and serves great food. You cannot ask for more quality and service of a reasonably priced bed and breakfast. I'd definitely come back here to stay when visiting Lalibela.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From what I saw of other hotels in the vicinity this is probably one of the better hotel options in Lalibela. The rooms are clean and modern, the internet is good, the breakfast’s are excellent and the staff are friendly and accommodating. There were one or two disappointments: No dinner available on my second evening because the cook had gone home and no water on my last morning. A large bucket of water with a jug was left outside me room to use for washing and flushing the toilet but as with the restaurant closure no proper explanation was given let alone an apology.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
ホテルの観光ガイドは午前午後と終日に渡り協会群を丁寧に案内してくれて写真も上手に撮ってくれたので非常に良かったです。市内でガイドを手配するよりも若干高いですが、数人でシェアできるなら利用したら便利でしょう。 ホテルは少し古いが清潔にはされていた。地上階以外の部屋なら眺めは良いと思う。宿泊したのは３階だったので眺めはよく虫も出なかった。 到着時に窓の鍵が掛からなくて、スタッフに直すように言うも「問題無い」と事だったが不安だったので直してもらった。 一日目の朝食が、注文してから４０分出てこなかったのは良くなかった。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay and tour of 11 churches

We stayed at Fiker and Ray for 2 nights. Staff were excellent and go above and beyond to help you out if needed. My husband and I were sick from the Simien Mountains and the lady receptionist was so accommodating and brought tea and food up to our room when we were too sick to go out to have dinner. Hot water is touch and go. Our first room had no hot water but we asked to move to another room on the second night and that room had hot water and stunning views. Breakfast was delicious! You can choose from a range of items such as scrambled eggs, omelette, porridge etc. You are also given bread and some spreads, and a really nice smoothie too. Just take note that it takes a while to come out so I would suggest ordering breakfast at least 35 minutes before your tour starts. We also organized our 11 churches tour through the hotel which turned out to be cheaper than what other tour companies were offering. We received guide Fikremariam a friendly young man with excellent English who was passionate about Lalibela and it’s churches. He was lively, energetic, and extremely knowledgable - we learnt so much from him, not just about the churches, but the history, and general information about Ethiopia. As per our request, he took us to eat at a local restaurant in between visiting the churches and then to a nice coffee/tea place as well. The 11 churches tour with him was by far our favourite tour in Ethiopia. I would recommend him to anyone and would rate him 10/10!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

A&M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the mountains from our room. Excellent location away from all the noise in the town center. Very close to Ben Abebe restaurant, which has amazing views (and good food). Friendly and helpful staff, simple (but very good) breakfast. Excellent value for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

My experience in this lodge was amazing ! The staff were super friendly and helpful and very accommodating to anything I asked for. The rooms are clean and exactly what I needed. It’s situated just few minutes walk from the center of the town and from a great restaurant that is known with its splendid sunset views; Ben Abeba. The food at the hotel itself actually exceeded my expectations. It’s a hidden gem in Lalibela. Once in, they will make you feel like family. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and attentive to my needs. The omelettes and coffee were very delicious every morning. The property is very nicely decorated and views are amazing. I really enjoyed talking with everyone learning about the local culture. I highly recommend FIKRE MARIAM as your tour guide in Lalibella. This young man knows the history and tells it with great enthusiasm. My last night in Lalibella we went to a local lounge Torpedo for honeywine and traditional music and dancing. I had an amazing time and I never had wine that taste so good. Choose this property for your stay in Lalibela youbwill not be dissapointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andres

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fuí engañado

El personal amable es lo único cierto de lo que prometen. Reservé una habitacion con cama king. Hay 2, una no tine vista, y la que tiene vista tiene una cama normal. El hervidor eléctrico no saben lo que es. Tiene TV pero sin señal. Suelos desclabados, enchufes colgando, lá mparas que no funcionan, botes de jabón y champú vacíos, ducha sin presión, etcc. Estvimos varias horas sin luz y casi un día entero sin agua. Muy cerca de este establecimiento se encuentra el Top Twelve, por el mismo precio, y un excelente hotel con vistas impresionantes.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a gem in lalibela

Loved this place. Great location. Friendly. Knowledgeable staff and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Endroit idéal au calme et à coté
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dishonest charging

Receptionist overcharges and lies about charges, I.e takes money for taxi to airport but doesn’t pay driver so you have to pay twice. Charges guests for eating 1 banana and 1 orange. THTe room is advertised as spacious with a window and view. In reality, no window at all, poky room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
I have been to Lalibela many times. First night no hot water then no water within 1 minute. Staff solution = shower tomorrow? Did not help as I was covered in soap... Lights didn't work. Second night moved to another room. Lights didn't work. Arranged an early breakfast before day trip. Breakfast 1 hour late. Staff said "Sorry I was asleep"? Breakfast ok No milk though Staff were friendly but not good problem solvers Did not see manager even though I emailed him about the issues There are much nicer hotels in better locations for similar prices btw Where is the winery?
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019