Title: Bishoftu Travel Guide: Best of Bishoftu, Addis Ababa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Bishoftu Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Panoramic view encompassing the forested and hilly shores of Lake Bishoftu, a crater lake in central Ethiopia south of Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221175/f723041b-1bbd-46f3-9809-fd1d05fea9a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![A goat and its herder in Bishoftu (also known as Debre Zeyit). The lake in the background is one of 5 crater lakes in Bishoftu, Ethiopia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221175/3f411fe6-c6e3-4a48-94eb-b90954c94677.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Bishoftu

Things to do

- Top hotels in Bishoftu
- Top Holiday Rentals in Bishoftu

![Kuriftu Resort & Spa Bishoftu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18799700/18799607/7e60e485_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Kuriftu Resort & Spa Bishoftu

Kiroftu Lake, Bishoftu Bishoftu 

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishoftu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Hora and Hora Lake Recreation Area ...

8/10 Very Good! (97 reviews)

The room was clean and pleasant. The staff were very helpful and attentive. Overall a good experience.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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Pyramid Hotels & Resorts 

Bishoftu Bishoftu Oromia

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

£82

10 Apr - 11 Apr

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury hotel in Bishoftu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Bishoftu and Debre Zeyit Market are located ...

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Liesak Resort

Lake Babogaya Bishoftu Oromia

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishoftu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Bishoftu and Debre Zeyit Market ...

7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)

I didn’t get to stay long since it was a short visit,The room was spotless, but a little outdated. The bathroom lacked some amenities, and the curtains are a bit weird, you can see from outside, so we had to use a chair to cover it. It just needs a little renovation.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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![5 bedrooms Fully Furnished House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113130000/113127500/113127401/w506h683x259y0-e0c0034f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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5 bedrooms Fully Furnished House

 Bishoftu 

Stay at this holiday home in Bishoftu. Popular attractions Lake Bishoftu and Debre Zeyit Market are located nearby.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Hotels-5-Bedrooms-Fully-Furnished-House.h113127401.Hotel-Information)

![Spacious 5-bedroom house in fabulous Bishoftu with Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113096800/113096722/7a9ce7f6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Spacious 5-bedroom house in fabulous Bishoftu with Lake view

 Bishoftu Oromia

Stay at this holiday home in Bishoftu. Popular attractions Lake Bishoftu and Debre Zeyit Market are located nearby.

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![Spacious 2bed & 2bath Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106150000/106149800/106149732/13c589fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Spacious 2bed & 2bath Villa

 Bishofitu Oromia

Stay at this holiday home in Bishoftu. Popular attractions Debre Zeyit Market and Lake Bishoftu are located nearby.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Hotels-Spacious-2bed-2bath-Villa.h106149732.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111942/10a167b6-79b6-404e-8a55-3f97a27da7c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### African Union Headquarters

African Union Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and cathedral in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/African-Union-Headquarters-Kirkos.d6111942.Attraction)

![Medhane Alem Cathedral in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111950/794db206-cd79-4a23-8b96-94152ac4c709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Medhane Alem Church

Medhane Alem Church is just one of the places to see in Addis Ababa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Medhane-Alem-Church-Bole.d6111950.Attraction)

![The church of the Holy Trinity, Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111948/32602b70-7379-4187-9ce9-c8e75d725372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Holy Trinity Cathedral

After visiting Holy Trinity Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Find some time to visit the cathedral or monuments in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Holy-Trinity-Cathedral-Arada.d6111948.Attraction)

#### U.S. Embassy

After visiting U.S. Embassy, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Addis Ababa. Take some time to visit the spas in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/US-Embassy-Addis-Ababa.d553248635472600940.Attraction)

#### Addis Ababa University

Explore the campus of Addis Ababa University during your travels in Addis Ababa. Take in the art scene and mountain views in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-University-Addis-Ababa.d6111936.Attraction)

#### Addis Ababa Stadium

Catch an event at Addis Ababa Stadium during your trip to Addis Ababa. Take in the art scene and mountain views in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Stadium-Kirkos.d6111934.Attraction)

### Things to do

![Addis Ababa City Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45011008/b5c82324-e0fd-4d8a-808e-744d1dc91df1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Addis Ababa City Tours Full Day With Hotel Pickup And Drop Off

£74

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-city-tours-full-day-with-hotel-pickup-and-drop-off.a45011008.activity-details)

![Plaza Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airpor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48633351/4de2b49b-e3e7-4e54-bbc0-bc8ba94f0058.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Plaza Premium Lounge at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport(ADD)

£29

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-addis-ababa-bole-international-airportadd.a48633351.activity-details)

![Addis Ababa Layover](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2153435/a0cf96e3-4ee9-428f-b9f4-a21b4cdada95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Addis Ababa Layover

£67

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-layover.a2153435.activity-details)

![pick up and drop off from your hotel ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49693245/0c8ecb40-6960-46a1-bfe7-693e15b87795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Addis Ababa Full Day Tour with hotel pickup and drop off

£74

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-full-day-tour-with-hotel-pickup-and-drop-off.a49693245.activity-details)

![View point from mount Entoto Hills ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2115501/1680c79f-095e-4e5f-8faa-913183af0aa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Addis Ababa & Mount Entoto View Point, Museums Palace,Market Tour

£55

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/addis-ababa-mount-entoto-view-point.a2115501.activity-details)

![My guests having fun at the largest open-air market in Africa - Merkato.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2104024/5cbb6b93-2d69-4612-8acb-b6f02978e3b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Prepare for the Best Day Tour in Addis Ababa

£67

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/prepare-for-the-best-day-tour-in-addis-ababa.a2104024.activity-details)

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## Cities near Bishoftu

![Panorama of the Capital City of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/289/fa56053f-c02a-4568-b84c-87fc3aec235f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

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