Addis Ababa

Travel Guide

Photo by Chris Thompson
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Photo by Travelholic Path
Photo by Discover Near and Far
Photo by Travelholic Path

Where to stay in Addis Ababa

Going home for Christmas!!!!

Bole

4/5(258 area reviews)

Unique features of Bole include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Edna Mall or Selam City 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!

#LifeAtExpedia
#patterns 
#nofilter

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
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!

#LifeAtExpedia
#patterns 
#nofilter

Kazanchis

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

Kazanchis
Default Image

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

#LifeAtExpedia

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 Friendship Park.

Arada
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
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

5 out of 5
Bole International Airport, P.O.Box 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
$142 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$163 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (420 reviews)
It was great staying, the staff and supervisor selamawit great service thank you

Reviewed on Oct 18, 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
$74 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$86 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and 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! (437 reviews)
We had a comfortable stay at Ramada. The service was good and the food in the restaurant Junoon was excellent. They provide airport pick up and drop off, which is convenient. Location is also good with many shops within walking distance and the airport was super close. The room is slightly dated ...

Reviewed on Oct 9, 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
$152 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$176 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and 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! (184 reviews)
Everything was good, and breakfast was included. To reach the hotel from the transfer terminal, it’s a quick 5-10 minute walk—just follow the signs (clearer ones would be nice). Need to pass through security again to the hotel.

Reviewed on Oct 9, 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 Edna Mall are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
Clean room, great customer service, good breakfast

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
Exceptional customer service. To further enhance the guest experience, it would be beneficial to include a chest refrigerator, kettle, and tea-making facilities in the room. Additionally, providing a few hangers in the closet and a safe for securing valuables would add to the overall comfort and ...

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Elsol Hotel
South Gate Hotel Apartment

South Gate Hotel Apartment

4.5 out of 5
Namibia street, Addis Ababa
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Edna Mall and Selam City ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
10/10 experience, service, location

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

South Gate 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.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Reviews of Addis Ababa

4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
69
5 - Excellent 33%
4 - Good
91
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
43
3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
1
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.

Cities near Addis Ababa

Other places like Addis Ababa

Explore a world of travel with Expedia