Addis Ababa Travel Guide

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Panorama of the Capital City of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
Panorama of the Capital City of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
Rapid development of central business district with modern skyscrapers of downtown of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Aerial view of beautiful cityscape with modern skyscrapers and residential buildings, Ghiliffalegn Stream, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Outside the St. George Church in Addis on festival day a large number of vendors are selling colorful umbrellas.

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Where to stay in Addis Ababa

Bole area of Addis Ababa

Bole

4/5(38 area reviews)

Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Selam City Mall or Century Mall while you're exploring the area.

Bole
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Kirkos

3.5/5(6 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

4/5(2 area reviews)

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

Nifas Silk-Lafto
Bole Medhane Alem Church

Kazanchis

If you're spending some time in Kazanchis, ECA Conference Center and Africa Hall are top sights worth seeing.

Kazanchis
Entoto Maryam Church

Yeka

3/5(3 area reviews)

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

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Piazza

3/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to Piazza enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, National Museum of Ethiopia is worth a stop.

Piazza
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

5 out of 5
Bole International Airport Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
The price is £132 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
£132
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (487 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Addis Ababa

Radisson Blu Hotel, Addis Ababa

5 out of 5
Kazanchis Business District Addis Ababa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £152 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
£152
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Africa Hall and Unity Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
The staff at the restaurant/breakfast area were absolutely tremendous and accommodating.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Addis Ababa
Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa

Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa

4 out of 5
Block No 14 Bole Road Addis Ababa
The price is £54 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£54
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (506 reviews)
My husband and I stayed here for one night and can recommend it. Our room was spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and attentive. The location is great - it’s very close to the airport, in a safe area, and there are lots of restaurants within walking distance. There is also a complementary ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ramada Addis, 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.
Vamos Addis Hotel

Vamos Addis Hotel

4 out of 5
Cameroon Street (Bole Brass) Addis Ababa
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Selam City Mall and Zefmesh Grand Mall are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Shops nearby and family friendly

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Vamos Addis Hotel
Elsol Hotel

Elsol Hotel

3 out of 5
22 Traffic biro Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
Stay at this aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Shola Market and Zefmesh Grand Mall are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
This was by far one of the worst hotel stays I have ever experienced. The property failed to provide basic amenities, and the staff behavior was completely unacceptable. The room did not have a TV, even though this was clearly listed as an amenity when we booked. When we asked the staff about it, ...

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Elsol Hotel
Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa

Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa

5 out of 5
African Avenue, Kebele 19 Addis Ababa
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Meskel Square and Africa Hall are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments 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.

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Reviews of Addis Ababa

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
13
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
10
4 - Good 31%
3 - Okay
4
3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 9%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 6%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

City with so much energy

3/5 - Okay

Max

Addis Ababa is an interesting city but I had such a bad experience at this hotel it marred the entire vacation. I recommend selecting a hotel based on user experience. Giving newly listed hotels a chance is too risky.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Overall, I had an excellent stay. I recommend requesting a room on the opposite side of the building away from the School.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Not safe due to ethnic conflicts

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Friendly people

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Use as entry point for the rest of ethiopia

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