Addis Ababa

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Addis Ababa

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Bole

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
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Kirkos

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 😋

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Nifas Silk-Lafto

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

Nifas Silk-Lafto
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Kazanchis

While visiting Kazanchis, you might make a stop by sights like ECA Conference Center and Africa Hall.

Kazanchis
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Yeka

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

Yeka
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Lideta

While visiting Lideta, you might make a stop by sights like Addis Ababa National Archives and Library and International Evangelical Church IEC and Evangelical Theological College.

Lideta
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
4 out of 5
Bole International Airport, P.O.Box 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Fully refundable
The price is AED 449 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
AED 449
AED 568 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (353 reviews)
"Good customer service Staff they wonderful job and they are very friendly and staff they are helpful"

Reviewed on 9 June 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 222 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
AED 222
AED 281 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (390 reviews)
"Friendly, super helpful front desk staff (shout out to Elias and team). Great location near airport. Spacious and well-equipped room. Safe, walkable area close to multiple dining options. Brand new spa with great services. Loved our 3 day stay and would highly recommend."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa
Skylight In-Terminal Hotel
Skylight In-Terminal Hotel
2.5 out of 5
Addis Ababa bole international airport, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
The price is AED 589 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
AED 589
AED 678 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this all-inclusive hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Selam City Mall ...
7.8/10 Good! (158 reviews)
"For 2 of us, there was only one bath and one hand towel. The phone did not indicate how to call the reception; zero nor asterisk worked. The shower stone floor is very slippery."

Reviewed on 8 June 2025

Skylight In-Terminal Hotel
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.
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 ...
"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
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)
Good apartment-hotel
"Good place fir the price. All around, very resourceful and cooperative staff. Safe and secure place. However, neighbourhood doee not look safe place to walk during night time. Note the place is hotel-apartment, and it does not have basic hotel amenities such as restaurant , bar...free breakfast included. ..."

Reviewed on 7 June 2025

Elsol Hotel
Loft Hotel Apartment
Loft Hotel Apartment
4.5 out of 5
Cameroon Street, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Edna Mall and Medhane Alem Church ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Kind, helpful, and communicative staff.
"Communication with the staff was outstanding throughout the entire process. Due to flight cancellations we needed to change our itinerary a couple of times. The staff was responsive, flexible and very helpful."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Loft Hotel Apartment
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.