Addis Ababa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Addis Ababa

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Bole

3/5(1 area review)

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

4/5(3 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
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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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Piazza

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
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Arada

3/5(1 area review)

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

Arada
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Nifas Silk-Lafto

Travellers 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

4 out of 5
Bole International Airport, P.O.Box 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
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! (395 reviews)
"Property was clean. Staff were good but the staff assume everyone is a transit passenger so they send you to wrong location for breakfast, ask you for a voucher to get the shuttle to airport from airport to hotel which was a bit frustrating."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

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Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa

Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa

4 out of 5
Block No 14 Bole Road, Africa Avenue, Addis Ababa
Fully refundable
The price is AU$123 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$123
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (415 reviews)
"Super nice"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa
Golden Tulip Addis Ababa

Golden Tulip Addis Ababa

4.5 out of 5
Cameroon Street, Bole, Addis Ababa
The price is AU$137 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
AU$137
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
Very pleasant stay
"Glad i choose this place. Extremely helpful staff, fantastic breakfast, very comfortable bed and room. Close to airport."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Golden Tulip Addis Ababa
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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 ...
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"Loved staying here"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Vamos Addis 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 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
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Popular places to visit

Entoto Maryam Church

Entoto Maryam Church

You can find out about the history of Addis Ababa with a visit to Entoto Maryam Church. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Entoto Maryam Church
Holy Trinity Cathedral

Holy Trinity Cathedral

You can learn about the history of Addis Ababa when you stop by Holy Trinity Cathedral. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Holy Trinity Cathedral
Addis Merkato

Addis Merkato

You can do some window-shopping at Addis Merkato during your visit to Addis Ababa. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Addis Merkato

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.

African Union Headquarters

Edna Mall

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Edna Mall during your trip to Addis Ababa. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.

Edna Mall

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.

Addis Ababa University

Activities

View point from mount Entoto Hills

Addis Ababa +Mount Entoto View Point,Museums Palace Market Tours

AU$100
per adult
Addis Ababa +Mount Entoto View Point,Museums Palace Market Tours
Historic Abyssinia Trave

Historic Abyssinia Travel(Addis Ababa )

AU$107
per adult
Historic Abyssinia Travel(Addis Ababa )
Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour

Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour

AU$77
per adult
Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour
Private Multi Day Tour in Lalibela

2 Day Lalibela Tours

AU$459
per adult
2 Day Lalibela Tours
Traditional Spa Experience

Traditional Spa Experience

AU$153
per adult
Traditional Spa Experience
Holy Trinity Cathedral

Addis Ababa City - Half Day Tour

AU$107
per adult
Addis Ababa City - Half Day Tour
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