Arada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A statue of a man on horseback, with trees and a clear sky in the background.
A historic church with a large dome, ornate columns, and a bell tower.
A market scene with colorful umbrellas and people sitting and standing.
A stone archway with a green gate adorned with colorful decorations.

Stay near popular Arada attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Arada Hotel Deals

Monarch Hotel

Monarch Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Tewodros Roundabout, Colson St. Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$82 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$82
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Friendship Park and Derg Monument are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (332 reviews)
"Good for business stay. Nice location."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Monarch Hotel
Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa

Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa

4 out of 5
1000 Churchill Avenue Piazza Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$104 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$104
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Derg Monument and Friendship Park are located ...
Grand Eliana Hotel Conference & Spa
Gambella Hotel

Gambella Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Ras Makonnen Street Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$63 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$63
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Yekatit 12 Monument and National Museum of Ethiopia ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here several times for more than a week at a time over the years because I need to be in this particular area. This is not a fancy hotel, but for the price, it is great. The rooms are as pictured in the photos. Simple, but always clean and the staff are extremely nice. As with much of ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Gambella Hotel
Ras Amba Hotel

Ras Amba Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Queen Elizabeth II St Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$46 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$46
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bete Maryam Mausoleum and Menelik II's Palace are located ...
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
"yes very clean"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Ras Amba Hotel
Melka international hotel

Melka international hotel

3 out of 5
Churchill Ave Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$64 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
NZ$64
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Derg Monument and Friendship Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Our room at the Melka International Hotel had an amazing view of the city. The hotel is close to major tourist attractions, including the new location for Yod Abyssinia, which is in walking distance. The staff was friendly, helpful and were expecting us when we arrived at close to midnight. When ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Melka international hotel
Melka International Hotel

Melka International Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Churchill Avenue Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$75 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$75
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Derg Monument and Friendship Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (33 reviews)
"Staff was excellent, the room was always kept in pristine condition; however, the food could use some improvement and the internet was absolutely horrible. I didn’t visit the spa or gym."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Melka International 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.

Our guide on where to stay in Arada

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Bole

Spas and bars are highlights of Bole. Make a stop by Century Mall or Selam City Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ayat Station to get around town.

Kirkos

Kirkos is well liked for its mountain views and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Meskel Square and Addis Ababa Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Riche Station or Meshwalekya Station to get around.

Kazanchis

If you're spending time in Kazanchis, check out sights like ECA Conference Center or Africa Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Urael Station or Hayahulet 2 Station.

Yeka

Yeka is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Management Institute Station or Gurd Sholla 1 Station to explore sights like Shola Market.

Nifas Silk-Lafto

Check out the art galleries while you're in Nifas Silk-Lafto. Hop on the metro at Nifas Silk 1 Station and Nifas Silk 2 Station to see top sights like Zoma Museum and Lela Gallery.



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