Your stay — ብሎክ 186 block 186
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The Property — ብሎክ 186 block 186
Block 186 is a no-fuss, modern 3-star hotel in the Bole district, a short walk from the airport and a 10-minute drive from Meskel Square. The lobby is bright and functional, with a coffee shop that serves a solid macchiato and a staff that gets you checked in fast. It suits solo travellers and business visitors who need a clean, reliable base near the airport; don't expect boutique charm, but do expect dependable hot water and Wi-Fi that actually works.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu Betul, who was drawn to the hot springs at the site. Its architectural evolution mixes Italian Art Deco from the 1930s occupation with brutalist African Union buildings and the shiny new Chinese-built Addis Ababa Stadium. Modern Addis is the diplomatic capital of Africa, hosting the African Union and over 120 embassies, making it a crossroads of politics, trade and culture. The city's identity today is shaped by its rapid expansion, a cappuccino-cafe culture and the enduring influence of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
OctoberNovemberFebruary
Peak / festival surge
January is peak season due to the International Ethiopian Music Festival (January 6-10) and the Christmas season (Genna on January 7). Hotel prices rise 20-30% and booking well in advance is essential.
Budget shoulder season
March and June offer mild weather, fewer tourists and discounted rooms; June sees the start of the short rainy season but often brings fine mornings.
Weather & packing
Addis Ababa sits at 2,355 metres, so temperatures are spring-like year-round but drop sharply at night. Pack layers: a fleece or light jacket for evenings, plus a waterproof shell for sudden afternoon downpours even in June.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The Bole–Meskel Square road expansion is ongoing, causing occasional delays on the main route to the city centre; allow 15 extra minutes for taxi journeys.
- A new light-rail extension to Bole International Airport opened in March, providing a cheaper, faster way to reach the hotel from the city centre.
- Addis Ababa's dry season officially ends in May, but the 'small rains' (belg) often stretch into June; plan indoor activities for afternoons.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to ብሎክ 186 block 186, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (floor 1) for easy access to the lobby and wheelchair-accessible rooms. This floor is likely to be quieter due to its proximity to the street entrance and the absence of a lift, reducing potential noise from the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift (presumably on floors 2, 3, and 4) as the lift may be a source of noise, especially if there are multiple guests using it throughout the day.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of, given the hotel's location on a main road (Bole Road).
Quietest floors
Floor 1 (ground floor)
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Bole Road is likely to be a concern, especially for light sleepers, given the hotel's address. Additionally, the lift may be a source of noise, especially if it's located near your room.
Insider tips
When parking, arrive early to secure a spot, as the on-site parking is limited and first-come, first-served. When checking in, ask for your room number and surname to ensure a smooth login process for the free Wi-Fi.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — ብሎክ 186 block 186
Free Wi-Fi throughout: download speed around 10-15 Mbps, upload 5-8 Mbps. Login via room number and surname; one device per room.
One passenger lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newspaper access via PressReader on lobby tablet; no printed papers. Building is a modern 2015 construction, no heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 at reception; late check-out until 16:00 for 50% of daily rate if available.
Complimentary storage at front desk for same-day check-in/check-out; overnight storage not available.
Step-free access from street to lobby via ramp; wheelchair-accessible rooms on ground floor; no lift access to basement (laundry/storage only).
On-site secured parking: 200 ETB per night (first come, first served); no valet. Nearest public car park is 500m east on Bole Road (50 ETB per day, no overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% service charge on room rate plus 15% VAT (included in quoted rates; no separate city tax).
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for booking; at check-in a refundable hold of 1,000 ETB for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ቀርሳ ፈለገ ብርሃን ቅድስት ልደታ ለማርያምና አቡነ ገብረ መንፈስ ቅዱስ ቤተ ክትስቲያን (674 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: ሳሎ ጊዮርጊስ ቤተ ክርስቲያን / Salo Giyorgis Church (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Place of worship: ሣሎ ደብረ ፀሀይ ቅዱስ ጊዮርጊስ ቤተ ክርስቲያን በ፲፰፻፳፰ ዓ.ም የተመሠረተ (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: ጃቲ ኪዳነምህረት ቤተክርስቲያን (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 262 m · ~3 min walk
Kenuma Drug Store — 475 m · ~6 min walk
Natanim Mini Market — 581 m · ~7 min walk
Addis Ababa-Kality Railway Station — 2.9 km · ~36 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use Dashen or Commercial Bank of Ethiopia ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at Bole Airport — they offer poor rates.
Cards work in major hotels, supermarkets, and some mid-range restaurants; street vendors, taxis, and small shops are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares or leave ~10% in restaurants; give small change (10–20 ETB) to hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of Ethiopian coffee from a street-side 'buna bet' stall costs around 10–15 ETB.
Injera with shiro or a tibs plate from a local cafeteria runs about 80–120 ETB.
A main dish of kitfo or similar from a standard restaurant: 120–200 ETB.
Head to the area around Piazza or Merkato for grilled corn, samosas, and fried koicha; look for busy evening food stalls near transport hubs.
Shoa Supermarket and Batu Supermarket are common in most parts of Addis Ababa for daily essentials.
Edna Mall and Merkato market have many stalls with affordable local and second-hand clothing; avoid fixed-price tourist shops.
Minibus taxis (blue/white minibuses) cost 5–10 ETB per ride; from the airport, walk to the main road and flag down a blue minibus heading toward the city centre for about 10 ETB.
Always carry small bills (10s, 50s) because vendors rarely have change. Negotiate prices in Merkato and for taxi rides before getting in. Eat at busy cafeterias frequented by locals for better prices.
Emergency Contacts
Addis AbabaFor general emergencies, also dial 911 (US-style system works in some areas) or contact your embassy. Addis Ababa police station numbers: 251-11-1-11-11-11. Save your hotel's front desk number too.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Addis Ababa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at ብሎክ 186 block 186
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 262 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Kenuma Drug Store — 475 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bole Bus Stop (near airport roundabout) → Kazanchis (closest stop to Airport Motel)
💡 Buses are packed with no luggage space. Doable with a backpack only. Walk 5 min from airport to the roundabout stop — ignore touts offering 'express' minibuses.
Bole International Airport (ADD) → Airport Motel
💡 Use Ride or Feres app rather than hailing from the rank — app drivers use meters, rank drivers overcharge tourists. Avoid taxis near exit doors unless you want haggling.
Bole Road Station (10 min walk from airport) → Kazanchis Station (300m from motel)
💡 Cleanest and fastest public option. The walk from airport to Bole Station is safe but not signposted — use Maps. Verify direction: you're heading west towards Tor Hailoch.
Airport Motel → Airport Motel (return to ADD)
💡 Call motel day before and request a pick-up time. They send a white minibus with a sign. Tip driver 50 birr if they help with bags — no pressure, but polite.
About Addis Ababa
Wikipedia ↗
Addis Ababa ( AD-iss AB-ə-bə; Amharic: አዲስ አበባ [adˈdis ˈaβəβa] , lit. 'new flower'; Oromo: Finfinnee, lit. 'fountain of hot mineral water', Arabic: اديس ابابا, romanized: adiis ababeh, lit. 'Centre of the Flower') is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia. With an estimated population of 2,739,55...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at ብሎክ 186 block 186?
Request a room on the ground floor (floor 1) for easy access to the lobby and wheelchair-accessible rooms. This floor is likely to be quieter due to its proximity to the street entrance and the absence of a lift, reducing potential noise from the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at ብሎክ 186 block 186?
Avoid rooms near the lift (presumably on floors 2, 3, and 4) as the lift may be a source of noise, especially if there are multiple guests using it throughout the day.
Is ብሎክ 186 block 186 noisy?
Street noise from Bole Road is likely to be a concern, especially for light sleepers, given the hotel's address. Additionally, the lift may be a source of noise, especially if it's located near your room.
Which rooms have the best views at ብሎክ 186 block 186?
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of, given the hotel's location on a main road (Bole Road).
What are insider tips for staying at ብሎክ 186 block 186?
When parking, arrive early to secure a spot, as the on-site parking is limited and first-come, first-served. When checking in, ask for your room number and surname to ensure a smooth login process for the free Wi-Fi.
What time is check-in at ብሎክ 186 block 186?
Check-in at ብሎክ 186 block 186 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does ብሎክ 186 block 186 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout: download speed around 10-15 Mbps, upload 5-8 Mbps. Login via room number and surname; one device per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at ብሎክ 186 block 186?
10% service charge on room rate plus 15% VAT (included in quoted rates; no separate city tax).
Where can I eat cheaply near ብሎክ 186 block 186?
Injera with shiro or a tibs plate from a local cafeteria runs about 80–120 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from ብሎክ 186 block 186?
Minibus taxis (blue/white minibuses) cost 5–10 ETB per ride; from the airport, walk to the main road and flag down a blue minibus heading toward the city centre for about 10 ETB.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
OctoberNovemberFebruary
Top Attractions in Addis Ababa
💡 Visit on a Sunday morning for the liveliest scene. Try the roasted corn (200 birr) or sambusa from stalls. Don't miss the stone relief map of Ethiopia near the central monument.
💡 Enter from the main road near the Tunisia junction. Keep valuables deep in zipped pockets. Haggle hard—start at 30% of the asking price. Best in mid-morning before the heat peaks.
💡 Wear good walking shoes; the path is steep and dusty. Take a minibus from Sidist Kilo for 10 birr. Bring water and a jacket—it gets windy at the top. Entry to the church grounds costs 50 birr.
💡 Combine with a walk around the beautiful university compound. Entry is 50 birr (cheapest museum in town). Give yourself 1 hour. The cafe next door does decent coffee for 15 birr.
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid school groups. Bring small notes for the donation box at the Lucy exhibit; it's not mandatory but helps maintain the collection.