paradise Lodge Arba Minch

We stayed at Paradise Lodge for three nights, and it was such a peaceful and beautiful experience. The place is calm, surrounded by nature, and perfect for relaxing.||The food and service were really good. My kids are very picky eaters, so the fact that they enjoyed the food says a lot. The lodge also helped us arrange sightseeing. At first, I thought the transportation cost was a bit expensive, but after traveling the roads and seeing the long distances, it actually felt reasonable. Driver Teddy, the young one they call him is also very caring and a nice one. ||What really stood out was the kindness of the staff. The drivers and everyone at the lodge were warm, respectful, and genuinely caring. You feel welcomed and well taken care of.||If you stay at Paradise Lodge, the spa and massage are a must. Yemserache was amazing—one of the best massages I’ve had.||Overall, we had a lovely stay and truly appreciated the hospitality. I would definitely recommend it..

Paradise Lodge is often described as one of the better lodges in the Arba Minch area, and while it does have clear strengths, it also has noticeable weaknesses that prevent it from fully living up to its reputation. The location is without question the lodge’s strongest asset. It is beautifully situated with wide views over a vast forested area and a small mountain visible on the horizon. The surroundings are calm and scenic, and the setting feels peaceful and remote in a positive way. This is a place where you want to relax and enjoy the view. The staff are another strong point. Everyone I interacted with was genuinely friendly, polite, and service-minded. Reception was efficient and helpful, and there was a clear willingness to assist whenever needed. The overall attitude of the staff creates a welcoming atmosphere and leaves a positive impression. The rooms, however, are where the lodge falls short. While they are spacious and the bed, although quite firm, was reasonably comfortable, the rooms are clearly worn and feel poorly finished. The craftsmanship lacks attention to detail, and it feels as if things were done quickly rather than carefully. This becomes especially obvious in the bathroom area. With better execution, the bathroom could have been very good, but instead it feels neglected and dated. On the positive side, everything did function as it should, which is not always a given in the region. Internet access was limited to the reception area and was unreliable, working only intermittently. For anyone needing consistent connectivity, this will likely be frustrating. Breakfast was served as a buffet with a selection of dishes. It worked fine and provided what was needed to start the day, but it was fairly basic and not particularly memorable. In summary, Paradise Lodge has excellent potential thanks to its location and friendly staff, but the rooms and facilities need clear upgrades to match the expectations set by its reputation. With better maintenance and attention to detail, this could be a very good lodge. As it stands, I would rate it 3 out of 5, even when taking local African standards into account

The location is amazing. The room spacious and clean but very dated. Seen a cockroach run across the room. There is mosquito net over the bed- good. The walk path to the lodge is not great and the signposting is not great also. Some of the staff is good but the service is slow. They looked confuse. Asked to combine 3 bill in to 1, the staff had a confuse look. Didn’t k who’s to do it. Would recommend the lodge for the serenity and peace. I do think if they can update the room, make the service more efficient, this place will be even more amazing.

It was really a great stay with an exceptional view, clean and spacious room fresh linens. The service was very good and the staff were very friendly and helpful for anything you ask for. On behalf of my friends and I a very thankful to |The manager Mekuaninit, Bimr Mengeshaimr front office supervisor, the tour guides and the tour operators. |I will definitely be back.

We stayed three nights here during our Omo Valley Tour and absolutely loved it. It was the perfect place to end a very fascinating, yet tiring, journey. The views are truly unmatched. The wellness area is great, with a sauna and steam bath to use for free ( for guests). We booked massages and they were great too. The restaurant has a wide variety of food ( western and Ethiopian) and wines, which is rare in Ethiopia. Things to improve: the staff barely speaks English. Not even at the reception. So its really hard to communicate needs and requests. I recommend getting fans for the rooms as they get quite hot.

We were warmly welcomed and were given a shuttle service from the airport by Ms Mestawit. She was briefing us about the new things here in Arbaminch. Reception at the hotel were helpful and friendly and Mr Tensae from omo tours & car rental was impeccable to facilitate our stay n tour in Arbaminch. The room was tidy and It has a clear view of the forest and the two lakes and finally we would like to appreciate Mr Henok who was our driver for the tours and unforgettable memories during our stay.

Easy to book using their web site if there is no room avialable with Expedia or Booking app for instance.|We lived in a 3 person rondavel in front of the lake view. Great experience. In Arba Minch, this accomodation is a must.|There is an operator tour inside the hotel.|Ask Sima Menred at reception for everything

Paradise Lodge truly lives up to its name. As a father and daughter originally from the UK and temporarily living in Arba Minch, we often find ourselves drawn back to the lodge whenever we want to relax and unwind.||No matter how many times we visit, the scenery still takes our breath away, the views over the lakes and the lush greenery create a setting that feels almost magical.||We regularly visit to enjoy the restaurant and health facilities, both of which are consistently excellent. The restaurant offers delicious meals with a lovely atmosphere, and the staff are always warm, welcoming, and attentive. The health and wellness facilities are equally impressive, providing a relaxing space where we can unwind and feel refreshed.||Every visit reminds us how special Paradise Lodge is and one day we hope to stay overnight to fully experience everything it has to offer. Whether you're a local or a traveler, it’s a beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature.