Lodge Du Chateau

“Прекрасное, гостеприимное и безопасное место в Гондоре”

We were thrilled with our stay in Gondar. Even before checking in we felt we had made the right choice. Simon, the owner, had already sent us a detailed and caring message about the place, its quirks, and everything that might matter to us. He truly cared about our comfort and safety. When we arrived, Simon greeted us warmly, aiming not just to provide a comfortable stay but to showcase the city and surroundings, making our visit feel cozy and home‑like. He arranged a free city tour and an amazing mountain trek at no extra cost. Simon is a great conversationalist, and chatting with him was fascinating, learning more about Gondar, Ethiopia, and local life. We especially appreciated his care when my partner fell ill; Simon took the situation into his own hands, made a healing brew, brought tea and herbs each evening, and closely monitored his condition. Thanks to his attention, my partner recovered quickly. We left feeling like guests of a caring friend rather than ordinary hotel guests. We departed with a touch of sadness—not only for this wonderful place but for the person who made our stay so special. Thank you, Simon, for your hospitality, care, and warmth! We’ll definitely recommend this spot to other travelers. We arrived during the Orthodox fast period, and around 5‑6 am the prayers began. Until 9‑10 am it was very loud because the hotel sits between three churches competing over who can shout louder and who has the best speaker. Sleeping was impossible. Check the fasting schedule before you come :)

Алёна·Un mese fa

“Friendly cosy stay in Gondar”

Owner Simon is a very nice and friendly guy; he explained everything we needed to know about the city and the places to visit and eat. Even though governments warn about traveling to this region, the city is totally safe. We even walked at night from the restaurant, met some dogs, and were fine. The location is unbeatable – right next to the castle complex.

Roman·2 mesi fa

“Eccezionale”

Simon, the owner, was exceptional. He was always ready to help, guide you around the city, and even involve you in experiences that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Tommaso·2 mesi fa

The staff were very welcoming, the facilities were great, and the terrace was nice for dining. We really enjoyed breakfast. The only issue was that there was no electricity from check‑in to check‑out, but that wasn’t the hotel’s fault – it was more of an electricity shortage in the city during the rainy season.

Rotem·2 mesi fa

“A nice location for a few days in Gondar”

We were welcomed warmly by Simon, the manager and guide, who supplied plenty of useful information and arranged several visits and activities, especially a memorable hike up the mountains that offered a unique experience. The view from the breakfast room is really nice, and the breakfast itself was excellent with a very good selection of dishes; the staff were super friendly. The room was a bit dark and could use more furniture, but it’s enough if you plan to spend most of the day outside, and the wifi didn’t always work well.

Laura·2 mesi fa