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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Kazanchis

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

Kazanchis
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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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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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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
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

4 out of 5
Bole International Airport, P.O.Box 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$320 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
NZ$320
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (385 reviews)
"Breakfast and the Italian restaurant was great. Afomia from front desk was friendly and helpful:)"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 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
The price is NZ$166 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$166
19 Aug - 20 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! (409 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 NZ$149 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$149
5 Sept - 6 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! (368 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 1 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
"New hotel in the residential area"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"I am truly impressed by Vamos Hotel—everything you could need is available 24/7, and the staff members are always there with a smile, ready to make you feel welcome. The most beautiful part? It genuinely feels like home. 🏡 Keep up the great work! For my next trip, there's no doubt—Vamos Hotel will ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 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

NZ$122
per adult
Addis Ababa +Mount Entoto View Point,Museums Palace Market Tours
Addis Stopover Adventure: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers

Layover in Addis: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers

NZ$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Layover in Addis: Tailored Tours for Transit Passengers
Historic Abyssinia Trave

Historic Abyssinia Travel(Addis Ababa )

NZ$116
per adult
Historic Abyssinia Travel(Addis Ababa )
Traditional Spa Experience

Traditional Spa Experience

NZ$166
per adult
Traditional Spa Experience
Private Multi Day Tour in Lalibela

2 Day Lalibela Tours

NZ$499
per adult
2 Day Lalibela Tours
Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour

Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour

NZ$83
per adult
Explores the Heart of Addis Ababa full day city tour
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