Addis Ababa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent building with a dome, surrounded by various other buildings and a bridge in the foreground.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, green fields, and a large body of water.
A historic church with a large dome, ornate columns, and a bell tower.
A church interior with red drapery, religious paintings, a wooden altar, and floral arrangements.
A rocky riverbed with sparse vegetation and a clear sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Addis Ababa

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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.

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.

Piazza

You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Piazza. Visitors recommend a visit to National Museum of Ethiopia, and you can get around town on the metro at Menelik II Square Station.

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.

Arada

Arada is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Menelik II Square Station or Atikilt Tera Station to explore sights like National Museum of Ethiopia.

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

5 out of 5
Bole International Airport Addis Ababa Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$289 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$289
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (655 reviews)
"Overall love the experience Skylight gives you. I always stay here when I can. But it seems some of the rooms are beginning to have some wear and tear and cleaning needs more attention. But overall, a very lovely hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel
Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa

Ramada Addis, Addis Ababa

4 out of 5
Block No 14 Bole Road Addis Ababa
The price is NZ$173 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$173
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (536 reviews)
"Good place & location"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

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
The price is NZ$300 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$300
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this all-inclusive hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Selam City Mall and Century ...
8.2/10 Very good! (264 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was good"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

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) Addis Ababa
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Selam City Mall and Zefmesh Grand Mall are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (46 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Vamos Addis Hotel
Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa

Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa

5 out of 5
African Avenue, Kebele 19 Addis Ababa
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Meskel Square and Africa Hall are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa
The Row Residental Hotel

The Row Residental Hotel

4 out of 5
cameroon street Addis Ababa
Stay at this aparthotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Selam City Mall and Zefmesh Grand Mall are ...
The Row Residental 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.

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