Rated #1 in Lalibela, 4 years running.

  • Single Room

    24sqm room with valley view terrace, single bed and traditional furniture.
    From $75/night
  • Double Room

    24sqm room with valley view terrace, double bed and traditional furniture.
    From $99/night
  • Twin Room

    24sqm room with valley view terrace, two single beds and traditional furniture.
    From $110/night
  • King Size Room

    24sqm room with valley view terrace, four poster double bed and traditional furniture.
    From $120/night
  • Deluxe Room

    29sqm room with valley view terrace, double bed and traditional furniture.
    From $120/night
  • Maribela Style Suite

    29sqm room with valley view terrace, four poster double bed and traditional furniture.
    From $130/night
  • Family Room

    Traditionally furnished room with valley view terrace, one double bed and on singor bed.
    From $199/night
  • Triple Room

    24sqm room with valley view terrace, three single beds and traditional furniture.
    From $150/night
  • Superior Suite

    58sqm traditionally furnished suite with lounge, sleeping area with four poster bed, two valley view terraces with dining area, extra second wc.
    From $199/night

Lalibela: Historic Home of Architectural Wonders

Hotel Maribela is located in the heart of the Lalibela mountains. Spacious and modern rooms, all with breathtaking views of the Ethiopian highlands. Hotel Maribela was built with a very appealing design, inspired by the famous rock churches of Lalibela. The tasteful interior decoration gives every guest the very best in Lalibela hospitality.
Maribela is a special name. It means Lalibela in Amharic. The term literally means ‘honey eater’ . This name was given to King Lalibela, a saint and the builder of the city and the famous churches. Legend has it that on the day of his birth many bees indicated his future greatness by surrounding him. Whether you are enjoying the stunning sunset, having a serenade in the delightful garden or enjoying the uninterrupted views of the valleys and mountains from your room’s balcony on your daybed, you will find that Maribela Hotel offers you a genuinely restful and regenerating experience.

Our Bar & Restaurant

Even if you're not staying at Maribela Hotel, you're very welcome to visit our restaurant and bar.

Our Services

Quiet and restful environment in bedroom area with private bathroom, balcony and day beds

Visit Lalibela

Lalibela is one of the most extraordinary places in the world. Hotel Maribela staff are ready to help you make the most of your time in Lalibela.

Go Green Lalibela - Community Support

At Maribela, we want to be as environmentally conscious as we can, and as well as investing in the local community, we intend to improve our local environment.

What Our Guests Say

The best of its hotels is the Maribela, modest but charming. Rooms are comfortable, the staff helpful, and the restaurant is excellent – be sure to ask for the local honey at breakfast. But the great draw is the view. The hotel is on an escarpment and every room comes with a balcony overlooking a vast swath of Biblical landscape ...The Telegraph

My friend and I stayed 2 nights in the Maribela hotel in Lalibela. It is a lovely place to stay - rooms are good size and have all amenities, but above all a nicely presented balcony with stunning views. Perfect location in Lalibela.
Lara
stayed two days at Maribela Hotel in Lalibela. Everything was excellent. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The room has everything you need. Best is the view from the balcony! Make a point to sit and watch the sunset. Restaurant is good.
Seaside
Paarl - South Africa
This is a very very nice hotel in Lalibela offering a spectacular view, super professional service, and good local food. It is located on a hillside on the outskirts of the city, but only a 10min fantastic walk from the main city square.
AndJo
Aarhus - Denmark
The hotel is great. Fabulous views, large rooms with balcony, really clean and helpful and friendly staff, nice ambiance with an open fire downstairs for cold nights. The hotel organised a wonderful informed guide for us to explore the churches.
debelk
Melbourne - Australia