Your stay — block 91
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to block 91, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor as they are likely to be away from the street noise, considering the hotel is located in the city center of Addis Ababa.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance, as it may lead to some noise from staff and deliveries.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address does not provide information about the hotel's orientation, so it's difficult to suggest specific views. However, rooms on higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise may be a concern due to the hotel's location in the city center, but the 2nd and 3rd floors should be relatively quieter.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour front desk and ask for assistance with any questions or requests you may have. If you have a car, be aware that parking may be limited in the surrounding area, so consider checking with the hotel in advance to arrange for parking options.
- 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 — block 91
Free tier with speeds up to 50 Mbps, paid tier (100 Mbps) available for Birr 200 per day
Serves all floors, but the historic wing has a staircase-only section
Complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader app, physical papers available Monday to Saturday
14:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 06:00, late check-out until 12:00 (Birr 500 fee)
Available 24/7, Birr 50 per bag per day
Step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrances, some rooms have structural limitations due to building age
On-site parking available (Birr 150 per night), nearest public car park is at the nearby Meskel Square (Birr 100 per night), EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Birr 15 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Advance payment of Birr 1,000 and a card hold of Birr 20,000 for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: አባዶ መስጅድ (370 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: ኡሙ አይመን መስጂድ (508 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: አባዶ ገደራ መስጅድ (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: የካ አባዶ ደብረ ኢያሪኮ ቅዱስ ገብርኤል ቤተ ክርስቲያን (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
አቢሲንያ ባንክ - የካ አባዶ ቅርንጫፍ — 597 m · ~7 min walk
Adanach Pharmacy — 538 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Change money at local banks or exchange houses like Dashen Bank or Awash Bank for a slightly better rate than at the airport or tourist bureaux. Be wary of poor rates at Bole International Airport.
Most hotels, restaurants, and shops in Addis Ababa accept major credit cards, but some smaller places may not accept card payments.
Tip in local currency, around 10-20 ETB for restaurant staff, taxi drivers, and hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A traditional Ethiopian coffee, known as 'jebena', can be found at local cafes for around 10-15 ETB.
A plate of injera with stews or salads at a local eatery will cost around 30-40 ETB.
A traditional Ethiopian meal at a mid-range restaurant will cost around 100-150 ETB for a main course.
Try local street food at Merkato or Sidist Kilo areas for a variety of affordable options.
Local supermarkets like Itulu Supermarket or Mega Supermarket offer affordable options for groceries.
Visit the Merkato market or the nearby Sidist Kilo shopping area for affordable clothing options.
A day pass for the city's public transportation, including buses and minivans, costs around 5 ETB. The cheapest way to get from the airport is to take a blue-and-white minibus (around 20 ETB) or a taxi (around 50 ETB).
Negotiate prices for taxis and ride-hailing services, use local currency to avoid poor exchange rates, and avoid eating at touristy restaurants.
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 block 91
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · አቢሲንያ ባንክ - የካ አባዶ ቅርንጫፍ — 597 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Adanach Pharmacy — 538 m · ~7 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 block 91?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor as they are likely to be away from the street noise, considering the hotel is located in the city center of Addis Ababa.
Which rooms should I avoid at block 91?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance, as it may lead to some noise from staff and deliveries.
Is block 91 noisy?
Street noise may be a concern due to the hotel's location in the city center, but the 2nd and 3rd floors should be relatively quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at block 91?
Unfortunately, the address does not provide information about the hotel's orientation, so it's difficult to suggest specific views. However, rooms on higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at block 91?
Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour front desk and ask for assistance with any questions or requests you may have. If you have a car, be aware that parking may be limited in the surrounding area, so consider checking with the hotel in advance to arrange for parking options.
What time is check-in at block 91?
Check-in at block 91 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does block 91 have Wi-Fi?
Free tier with speeds up to 50 Mbps, paid tier (100 Mbps) available for Birr 200 per day
Is there a city or tourist tax at block 91?
Birr 15 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near block 91?
A plate of injera with stews or salads at a local eatery will cost around 30-40 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from block 91?
A day pass for the city's public transportation, including buses and minivans, costs around 5 ETB. The cheapest way to get from the airport is to take a blue-and-white minibus (around 20 ETB) or a taxi (around 50 ETB).
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.