Title: Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Peaceful lakeside retreat offers kayaking and fishing adventures by day, rooftop relaxation by night, with continental breakfast to start each morning ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5631800/5631762/46d81fb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5631800/5631762/bc9b3c44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5631800/5631762/65dace2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5631800/5631762/1200f376.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5631800/5631762/f376b0f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge, travelers wake up to serene lake views and a continental breakfast. Enjoy a rooftop terrace for sunsets, and kayak or fish in the lake. A coffee shop/cafe, garden, playground, and free WiFi in public areas complete the experience. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast included - Room service - Pet-friendly - 24/7 front desk - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=5631762&PinnedHotelID=5631762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=5631762&PinnedHotelID=5631762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=5631762&PinnedHotelID=5631762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=5631762&PinnedHotelID=5631762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=5631762&PinnedHotelID=5631762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=5631762&PinnedHotelID=5631762&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAddis-Ababa-Hotels-Babogaya-Lake-Viewpoint-Lodge.h5631762.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAddis-Ababa-Hotels-Babogaya-Lake-Viewpoint-Lodge.h5631762.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C8.78276%2C38.99697&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L7smJh4i-vkDkysIm2xR7UxkgTo=) Kebele 15 House 571, Bishoftu, 4000 #### What's nearby - Hora Lake Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 4.0 km - Debre Zeyit Market - 5 min drive - 4.6 km - Lake Bishoftu - 6 min drive - 5.6 km - Debre Zeyit Mosque - 7 min drive - 6.3 km - Edna Mall - 42 min drive - 50.5 km #### Getting around - Bole Intl. Airport (ADD) - 80 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Italian Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Adulala Resort&SPA Reception - ‬2 min drive - ‪Adulala Resort SPA Top View - ‬20 min walk - ‪Adulala Resort SPA main Restaurant - ‬7 min walk - ‪Adoot Bishoftu Sega Bet - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Family-friendly guesthouse by the lake Consider a stay at Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. With amenities like fishing and kayaking, this guesthouse is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge include comforts such as safes and room service. ## Similar properties ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21170000/21165600/21165558/7b7f358d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Asham Africa Hotel and Resort Bishoftu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.0 Very good 37 reviews CA $104 CA $119 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=21165558&PinnedHotelID=21165558&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22140000/22137500/22137447/e6bd0400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Liesak Resort Bishoftu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Kids pool 7.4 Good 11 reviews CA $145 CA $169 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=22137447&PinnedHotelID=22137447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deep-tissue massages, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91350000/91345400/91345322/5c7289d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### IVY Hotel Bishoftu Bishoftu - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $80 CA $94 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=91345322&PinnedHotelID=91345322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18799700/18799607/7e60e485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kuriftu Resort & Spa Bishoftu Bishoftu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.0 Very good 77 reviews CA $156 CA $198 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=18799607&PinnedHotelID=18799607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106550000/106542100/106542053/8c766421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Bishoftu Resort Bishoftu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=106542053&PinnedHotelID=106542053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90720000/90714700/90714681/f41b96aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bishan Dar Cottage Bishoftu - Breakfast included - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant CA $111 CA $129 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=90714681&PinnedHotelID=90714681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Ecotours - Fishing - Free bicycle rentals - Kayaking - Library - Playground - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Free babysitting - Free supervised activities for children - Laundry facilities - Playground - Rollaway/extra bed ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 205 square feet of conference space - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a lake - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - No elevator ### More - Built in 2010 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Rollaway/extra bed ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Room service ### More - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before noon Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 3 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ETB 800 per vehicle (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Babogaya Lake Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Debre Zeyit Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Debre Zeyit Babogaya Lodge Lake Babogaya Babogaya Viewpoint Bishoftu Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Bishoftu Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Guesthouse Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Guesthouse Bishoftu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ETB 800 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge located? > This family-friendly Bishoftu guesthouse is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Hora, Debre Zeyit Market and Hora Lake Recreation Area. Lake Bishoftu and Debre Zeyit Mosque are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Babogaya Lake Viewpoint Lodge Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 7.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 7.4/10 Amenities ### 7.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 2/10 Terrible #### Chung won Mar 26, 2023 ##### Chung won Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BYUNGHWA Dec 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### BYUNGHWA Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Esther Jul 22, 2022 ##### Esther Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Zekarias Apr 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Mr. Yan and his staff were exceptional. The lodge is eco friendly and rejuvenating. I will be back again. ##### Zekarias Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic location, great room with an amazing view. Jan was very accommodating and kind. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karmen Apr 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best lake views in Bishoftu We had a wonderful stay in Babagoya Viewpoint Lodge. It was a lovely few days away from the hustle and bustle of Addis Ababa. The resort has fabulous animals around - Six large tortoises roam around, rabbits you can feed, and so much fascinating birdlife (Jan can tell you more about the birds around the lake). Our room was a sort of treehouse which was very fun and had a stunning view of the lake when you wake up in the morning. All the staff were extremely friendly and accommodating, and it was very easy for us to arrange trips nearby through the lodge - we went to Green Crater Lake by bajaj (tuk-tuk) with a driver from the lodge. The food was good, and the reception area was a great place to relax and take in the views. I would recommend Babagoya Viewpoint Lodge to anyone wanting something with more of a homemade feel than a hotel, hidden away in the trees around the beautiful Bishoftu Guda lake. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D45FC83E39674DF3CE82D4F1A0F29D221E4CE4B81617279464788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4B49BD0694DCC15C3497A2FB3A2E80F7C723C4FD1617279458629.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karmen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Martine Mar 26, 2021 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Martine Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Oct 13, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are not helpful . Manager is not on station and he never pick up the phone . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Praveen Aug 5, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The stay was not so good, as the facilities offered were not there, there was no wi fi, boats were broken. no bar etc. The price charged was also very high. ##### Praveen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jeff Nov 27, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful setting but bathrooms need help. The setting is one of the most beautiful in the world. It is right on the lake and is completely unbelievable. The rooms themselves were interesting. It was mud hut which was actually quite quaint and kind of fun. The concern was the bathroom. It was not clean and did not work very well. There was no toilet paper and we had to ask several times for that. It showed internet access when we booked it but that was only available in the eating area, not in the rooms. Overall it was fun but be aware of what you are getting into, especially in regards to the bathroom facilities. They were also not going to let us leave because they said we had not paid for it, although we had pre-paid. We finally got that resolved but it took a few minutes. ##### Jeff Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr D A Jul 4, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A really warm welcome. While the accommodation is a little basic, the location and the helpfulness of the staff make this a wonderful place to stay near Addis Ababa. The price is very reasonable and the food freshly cooked, with a variety of Ethiopian and international dishes. Jan and his family go out of their way to make your stay memorable. I am a keen birdwatcher and Jan personally took me out at no cost, showing me the best sites so I could go again on my own later. Unless you are looking for luxury this is a real find. ##### Mr D A Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Jens Oct 4, 2017 Liked: Staff & service #### Hotel med flot udsigt Hotel med fin beliggenhed, alle nødvendigheder er til rådighed på stedet, værelserne meget rustik udformning og øko-venligt simpelt indrettet. Flot beliggende med udsigt ned over søen. I regntiden kan det godt være en udfordring, da terrassen er eneste værested, med rindende vand fra taget. Køkkenet er udmærket, igen med det simple i fokus. Er der strømsvigt, og det er der tit, især i regntiden, skal man ikke have stramme tidsplaner, de holder ikke på hotellet i almindelighed, og i Ethiopien i særdeleshed. ##### Jens Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel, Canada Dec 24, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ethiopias hidden gem This place was amazing. A delightful blend of Ethiopian culture and Mediterranean esthetic. The food on the menu was delicious every time, whether it was spaghetti or shiro. The hotel owner and his staff were always available to bring you to the market or recommend good sight-seeing. Waking up in the morning to a flock of cormorants roosting near your treehouse is once in a lifetime, and even the 106 steps down the terraced yard is worth it to take a canoe trip on the lake. This place is well worth the hour drive from addis and we will certainly come again when we are next in Ethiopia! ##### Rachel ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Jun 29, 2015 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful setting, pleasant staff, horrible bed Nice, restful location. Birders paradise but the beds were so uncomfortable that did not sleep well ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne Jan 21, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Idylle und Komfort in Großstadtnähe Die Lodge liegt 60 km südlich von Addis Abbaba und ist mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln sehr gut erreichbar. Zu einem günstigen Tarif wird auch ein Abholservice von Addis (z.B. Flughafen) organisiert. Der Personal allgemein ist sehr hilfbereit und kompetent. Der Besitzer, ein Belgier gibt Auskunft über viele Destinationen in ganz Äthiopien und hilft bei der Reiseplanung. Die Anlage selbst ist unter ökologischen Gesichtspunkten mit einfachen und möglichst regional verfügbaren Mitteln in die Höhenstufen des Abhangs integriert. Die einzelnen Bungalows bieten durch Glasfronten ausgezeichnete Sicht auf den See und die Vogelwelt, bei manchen ist beim Ein- und Ausstieg Geschicklichkeit gefordert. Die Terrasse ist geschmackvoll mit regionalen und konfortablen Möbeln ausgestattet und bietet auch eine herrlichen Ausblick. An Freizeitangeboten sind Fahrräder, Kanus und ein Tischtennistisch verfügbar, das Wasser des Sees ist billharziosefrei. ##### Susanne ### 6/10 Okay #### Maciej, Poznań Oct 1, 2014 Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort piękne położenie nad jeziorem, miła obsługa i dobra kuchnia. Przyrodniczo bardzo fajnie - ale warunki dość proste:wspólna łazienka i WC dla części pomieszczeń motelowych, w pokojach z łazienką toalety spłukiwane z ręcznie napełnianego zbiornika. Fajnie, ale dla niewymagających.Zasadniczy problem to BRAK łączności z internetem. Dotyczy to nie tylko tego hotelu, ale całej okolicy. Gospodarze bardzo mili, atmosfera domowego luzu. ##### Maciej ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meridith, USA Aug 8, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### AMAZING Fabulous weekend...so much fun staying in a treehouse room, kayaks and bikes available, delicious pancakes!! ##### Meridith ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 6, 2014 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Beautiful grounds. Lovely location, flowers, birds, animals, beautiful views. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Solveig, Københav Apr 24, 2014 Disliked: Room comfort #### Spændende lodge med uheldige omgivelser Lodgen ligger på et fint sted med smuk udsigt. Det er en lidt flippet stil med en afslappet backpackerstemning. Vi var positivt overraskede, da vi kom. Der opstod dog nogle "alvorlige" skuffelser; der var ikke wifi, som det står i hotelbeskrivelsen, myggenettene var der ikke alle sammen, og dem, def var der, var for små til sengene, det var meget høj musik fra en tætliggende bar HELE natten kombineret med hundegøen. ##### Solveig ### 6/10 Okay #### Jocke Bertell, Sweden Apr 8, 2014 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Homey feeling lodge This is the place for the adventures people that doesn't fear a few bugs, we stayed in the middle of the compound, we had to climb stairs to enter the room through a hatch in the floor. Breathtaking views from the room and lots of privacy around the compound, water in the lake was ok to swim in. The owner and staff made it feel a little bit like as if it was home. Tortoises on the lawns as robotic lawnmowers and the family rabbit were other discoveries. ##### Jocke Bertell ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 3, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Schöne Lodge nicht weit von Addis Öko Lodge mit phantastischem Seeblick, Ideal für Vogelliebhaber. Wunderbare Ausflüge zu den umliegenden Seen und Dörfern, interessanter Markt in Debre Zeyt - viel angenehmer als der große Markt in Addis. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 10, 2013 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Fint men lite dyrt För priset hade det varit uppskattat med t.ex. internet. Men väldigt fint läge och trevlig personal så jag är nöjd med vistelsen. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Brian, Basrah, Iraq Nov 5, 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nature Walk First things first, pay attention to the name of the property - it's a LODGE... not a RESORT. If you need a butler and 5-star amenities, then keep searching. But if you want to become one with nature, then this might be the place for you. Upon arrival, just walk in and pick the hut/room you want. There are two types; the ones near the entrance that have a shower & toilet... and the ones down the walkway closer to the lake, which don't have a toilet. Also, if you want to order a meal, they won't deliver it down by the lake. All beds have mosquito nets. Early one morning, I did take advantage of the kayaking opportunity. I paddled out to the middle of the lake and just took it all in... breathtaking views, various bird calls, and the peace & quiet that you will not find in Addis Ababa. The meals were delicious... and if you receive an invitation to partake in the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, then take it. I highly recommend the pizza (huge) and the fish. They will also escort you into town for a shopping excursion. Although Wi-Fi is advertised, connectivity is sporadic due to the hotpoint belonging to the resort across the lake. Also, one night I had to bathe via a bucket of warm water. No big deal... after all, it is a lodge. Overall, I highly recommend this place to anybody who wants to get away from it all, and doesn't mind "roughing it". The owners/staff were courteous & helpful. I only stayed for two nights... but three or four would be ideal as well. ##### Brian ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tris, Northampton Oct 14, 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Friendly resort Great place to stay 1 1/2 hrs outside Addis Ababa Quirky huts near water side, with exceptional views recommended. ##### Tris ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fahrt hin und Genießt ein unbekanntes Land, Debry Zeyit ; Äthiopien Oct 8, 2013 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Große Landschaft, super nette Angestellte ein schicker aufenthalt in großer Natur. Dazu geben sich die Gastgeber ( Sara und Jan) nebts ihren Angestellten alle Bedürfnisse und Fragen der Gäste zu Befriedigen. Zimmer einfach aber zweckmäßig ausgestattet. Waren eh nur zum Schlafen im Zimmer. ansonsten gab es Tipps zu naturtripps in der näheren Umgebung. wer einen shuttle , ein TukTuk oder Taxi braucht . alles wird umgehend erledigt. Auch kann man sich in der stadt , auf dem markt und überalle frei bewegen , ohne dass einem etwas passieren könnte. 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