Addis Ababa

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Where to stay in Addis Ababa

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Bole

4/5(258 area reviews)

Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Medhane Alem Church or Edna Mall while you're exploring the area.

Bole
Beautiful spiral today in my hot chocolate. Made with chocolate syrup oftwn used for Ice Cream. Turns out, it tastes better in a hot chocolate!

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Kirkos

3.5/5(59 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Kirkos. You might want to make time for a stop at Meskel Square or Addis Ababa Stadium.

Kirkos
Go to any Ethiopian restaurant across the country and ask for a beyayenetu aka fasting platter... so many flavours in one meal 😋

I learnt that for almost 200 days of the year, people across Ethiopia fast - which basically means they eat no animal products. Vegans

Nifas Silk-Lafto

5/5(4 area reviews)

Travelers like the art galleries in Nifas Silk-Lafto, and Zoma Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nifas Silk-Lafto
Outside the St. George Church in Addis on festival day a large number of vendors are selling colorful umbrellas.

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Piazza

2.5/5(5 area reviews)

Piazza is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and St. George's Cathedral.

Piazza
Outside the St. George Church in Addis on festival day a large number of vendors are selling colorful umbrellas.

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Arada

3/5(4 area reviews)

Arada is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like National Museum of Ethiopia and Holy Trinity Cathedral.

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Yeka

3.5/5(25 area reviews)

Yeka is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall.

Yeka
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
4 out of 5
Bole International Airport, P.O.Box 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
The price is AED 439 per night from May 10 to May 11
AED 439
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (338 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa
Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa
4 out of 5
Block No 14 Bole Road, Africa Avenue, Addis Ababa
The price is AED 261 per night from May 17 to May 18
AED 261
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (382 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa
Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa
Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa
5 out of 5
Taitu Street, Addis Ababa
The price is AED 715 per night from May 23 to May 24
AED 715
AED 904 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Friendship Park and Unity Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
"Great hotel, beautiful room, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 April 2025

Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Elsol Hotel
Elsol Hotel
3 out of 5
22 Traffic biro, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
"Nice Hotel The Owner he is very friendly Good staff The problem the direction in apps is not correct They have to go through google maps The WI-FI is not good"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Elsol Hotel
Vamos Addis Hotel
Vamos Addis Hotel
4 out of 5
Cameroon Street (Bole Brass), 50 meters from Yod Abyssinia, Addis Ababa
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Selam City Mall and Medhane Alem Church ...
7.2/10 Good! (7 reviews)
"On arrival they claimed they did not have my reservation... they also claimed they did not work with Orbitz. When I showed them their listing on Orbitz they did not believe it... By the way they did email me about my reservation the day before I arrived... Anyway thanks to Orbitz excellent customer ..."

Reviewed on 18 February 2023

Vamos Addis Hotel
Kora Hotel Suites
Kora Hotel Suites
4 out of 5
Dem. Republic of Congo Road, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions “Red Terror” Martyrs' ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Excellent apartment, close to the city center."

Reviewed on 22 February 2025

Kora Hotel Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Addis Ababa

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
69
5 - Excellent 33%
4 - Good
91
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
43
3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

You will encounter men women and children panhandling. At least in my part of town. They are not aggressive. At the same time, the city is going through exciting change and growth. I will be back, I enjoyed the culture and food.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people are great and I love to visit the city. I will return soon.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Unique culture and traditions

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Addis Ababa has a lot of work to do to make this city a real tourist attraction. I think big improvements in the physical and social environment are needed.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Connectivity in Addis (both mobile phones and internet) is always challenging. The hotel has good internet connectivity though!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I love Addis - lots to see and do, and good food and coffee.