Your stay — Addis Regency
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The Property — Addis Regency
Addis Regency is a no-frills 3-star business hotel in the Bole district, close to the airport. The lobby feels functional rather than luxurious — tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a tired armchair area. It suits transit travellers or budget-conscious visitors who need a clean room and reliable wifi, not character or charm. The USP is location: a 10-minute drive from Bole International Airport and walking distance to Edna Mall's restaurants and cinema.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II, who chose the site for its mineral hot springs. The city grew rapidly in the 20th century, with Italian occupation in the 1930s leaving a legacy of rationalist architecture alongside traditional round huts (tukul huts). The African Union headquarters and the UN Economic Commission for Africa have cemented its role as a diplomatic hub. Contemporary Addis blends high-rise hotels and Chinese-built expressways with dirt-road neighbourhoods and the vast Merkato, Africa's largest open-air market.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
OctoberNovemberFebruary
Peak / festival surge
JanuarySeptember
Budget shoulder season
MarchJune
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,400 metres altitude, so it's never truly hot: daytime highs rarely exceed 25°C and nights can drop to 10°C. Pack layers including a fleece or light jacket for evenings, plus a raincoat or umbrella for sudden downpours.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The Addis Ababa Light Rail system is undergoing extended maintenance on the east-west line; check for service disruptions on the Bole route during your stay.
- Restaurant and bar curfews remain in place as of early 2026; last orders usually by 22:00 in most hospitality venues.
- Edna Mall's popular ice-skating rink and cinema are fully operational; the mall reopens from midday during Ramadan (starts late February 2026).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Addis Regency, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the inner courtyard or side street. These floors avoid ground-level street noise and sit above the main reception bustle. The front desk may assign a quieter rear-facing room if you ask politely at check-in.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those facing the main road. Street noise from taxis, buses, and street vendors is constant during the day and can be loud at night. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — service lifts and guest lifts can be noisy into the evening.
Best views
The hotel is on a main road in Addis Ababa, so the front-facing rooms give views over the street and local shops — nothing spectacular. Side or rear-facing rooms overlook neighbouring rooftops and occasional green patches, which is more pleasant and quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6. The building appears to have 6 storeys, and upper floors are less affected by street-level noise and lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a busy arterial road typical of central Addis Ababa. Expect honking taxis (blue and white minibuses), street vendors, and sometimes loud music from nearby shops or bars until late evening. Lift machinery and guest chatter in corridors can be audible; request a room away from the lift bank.
Insider tips
1) Bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper — the street noise can penetrate even upper floors. 2) If you arrive by car, ask reception about secure parking; many 3-star hotels in Addis have limited on-site parking, and street parking is not recommended overnight.
- 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 — Addis Regency
Free for all guests; 5 Mbps average speed; login via room number and surname, no time limit
Single elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary print of The Ethiopian Herald delivered to room each morning; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 if room ready; late checkout ETB 500 until 18:00, 50% of night rate after 18:00
Free for day-use, available at reception; hold after checkout permitted until 22:00
Step-free entry via ramp at main entrance; no elevators obstructed; wheelchair access to lobby and ground-floor rooms only; upper floors via elevator but no adapted bathrooms
Complimentary on-site parking for 8 cars (first-come); no valet; nearest public car park at Bole Airport (paid, ETB 150/day, 1.5 km); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Ethiopia has no city tax for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: Requires 100% advance deposit of first night; a refundable ETB 2,000 incidental hold placed on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Mary Church (398 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: መካነ ጎልጎታ ቅድስት ማርያም ቤተ ክርስቲያን በ፲፱፻፶ ዓ.ም ተመሠረተ (400 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: ደብረ ነጎድጓድ ቅዱስ ዩሐንስ ቤተ ክርስቲያን በ፲፱፻፲፭ ዓ.ም ተመሠረተ (460 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St. Yohannes Church (462 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Tefera seyum — 839 m · ~10 min walk
Ras Mekonen Park — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
St. George's Cathedral Museum — 614 m · ~8 min walk
Hager Fiker Theatre — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 974 m · ~12 min walk
Z Arsema Pharmacy — 657 m · ~8 min walk
Addisu Gebeya mini bus Taxi — 585 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid the airport and tourist bureau exchange desks which give poor rates.
Cards are accepted in mid-range hotels and some supermarkets; most small shops and taxis are cash-only.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; round up the bill in restaurants (10-15% for good service), leave small change for taxis, and give 20-50 ETB to hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of traditional Ethiopian coffee served in a local coffee house (buna bet) costs about 10-20 ETB.
A filling plate of injera with wat (stew) from a budget café runs 50-100 ETB.
A main dish of kitfo or tibs at a local eatery costs 80-150 ETB.
Bole Road and the Merkato area have many street stalls selling sambusa, grilled meat, and roasted corn; look for busy spots with locals.
Supermarkets like Friendship Supermarket, Safeway, and Bole Supermarket are common for staples.
Merkato offers affordable second-hand and new clothing; Edna Mall also has budget-friendly shops.
Minibus taxis (blue-and-white) cost 5-10 ETB per route; a shared minibus from the airport to the city centre is about 50-100 ETB.
Eat at local injera joints rather than tourist restaurants. Use minibuses shared with locals instead of private taxis. Withdraw cash in lump sums to avoid multiple ATM fees.
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 Addis Regency
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 974 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Z Arsema Pharmacy — 657 m · ~8 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Addis Regency?
Request rooms on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the inner courtyard or side street. These floors avoid ground-level street noise and sit above the main reception bustle. The front desk may assign a quieter rear-facing room if you ask politely at check-in.
Which rooms should I avoid at Addis Regency?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those facing the main road. Street noise from taxis, buses, and street vendors is constant during the day and can be loud at night. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — service lifts and guest lifts can be noisy into the evening.
Is Addis Regency noisy?
The hotel sits on a busy arterial road typical of central Addis Ababa. Expect honking taxis (blue and white minibuses), street vendors, and sometimes loud music from nearby shops or bars until late evening. Lift machinery and guest chatter in corridors can be audible; request a room away from the lift bank.
Which rooms have the best views at Addis Regency?
The hotel is on a main road in Addis Ababa, so the front-facing rooms give views over the street and local shops — nothing spectacular. Side or rear-facing rooms overlook neighbouring rooftops and occasional green patches, which is more pleasant and quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Addis Regency?
1) Bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper — the street noise can penetrate even upper floors. 2) If you arrive by car, ask reception about secure parking; many 3-star hotels in Addis have limited on-site parking, and street parking is not recommended overnight.
What time is check-in at Addis Regency?
Check-in at Addis Regency is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Addis Regency have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; 5 Mbps average speed; login via room number and surname, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Addis Regency?
None (Ethiopia has no city tax for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Addis Regency?
A filling plate of injera with wat (stew) from a budget café runs 50-100 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Addis Regency?
Minibus taxis (blue-and-white) cost 5-10 ETB per route; a shared minibus from the airport to the city centre is about 50-100 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.