Your stay — condo
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The Property — condo
This is a functional, no-frills condo-style hotel in Bole, the city's commercial core. The lobby feels more like a cleaned-up apartment block foyer than a hotel — think laminated floors, a small seating area and a reception desk that doubles as a mini-market. It suits self-sufficient travellers who want a secure base with a kitchenette and don't care about atmosphere or service frills. The USP is a practical, mid-range option near Bole International Airport and the main business strip, not a place you'd linger in.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Empress Taytu Betul at the hot springs near the Entoto hills. It grew rapidly under Emperor Menelik II and later became the diplomatic hub of Africa after World War II. The city’s architecture mixes Italian fascist-era buildings (like the old city hall), Soviet-style blocks and glitzy Chinese-built towers. Today it's a busy, sprawling capital with a booming construction sector but patchy infrastructure — traffic jams are legendary. Culturally, it remains the heart of Ethiopian identity: coffee ceremonies, orthodox churches and a lively arts scene coexist with hyper-modern shopping malls.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October and November: after the heavy rains, the city is green but roads are dry, skies are clear and crowds are thin. December is also good, but gets busier with Christmas holidays.
Peak / festival surge
January (Ethiopian Christmas on 7 Jan, Timkat on 19 Jan) is the busiest. Hotels in Bole often double room rates; book three months ahead. Many diaspora visitors come for religious festivals.
Budget shoulder season
March, April and September are the sweet spots: rains are lighter than July–August, prices drop 30-40% from peak, and the city is less crowded.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355m altitude — sunburn risk is real even on cool afternoons, and evenings drop to 10°C. Pack layers: a waterproof jacket for sudden downpours and a warm fleece for after dark; leave shorts at home unless you're fine with locals staring.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The Addis Ababa light rail (blue line) now runs 06:00–22:00 but remains overcrowded; taxis via Ride (the local app) are more reliable for short trips.
- New Bole Bridge construction is ongoing — expect lane closures and 20-minute detours on the road from the airport to the city centre.
- June is the start of the big rains (kiremt): pack a good umbrella and expect occasional flooding on roads like Cameroon Street.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to condo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor for easier access to the wheelchair-accessible room and to minimize walking distance. If you prefer a higher floor, ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor to avoid the potential noise from the main entrance ramp and the service area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the hotel only has one lift serving all 5 floors, which may lead to congestion and noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Bole Road does not offer any notable views, as it is a busy commercial area.
Quietest floors
Floors 2-3 are likely the quietest, as they are not directly adjacent to the main entrance ramp and service area.
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that Bole Road can be quite busy, especially during rush hour, so you may experience some street noise.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's on a first-come, first-served basis. Consider upgrading to the premium Wi-Fi tier for a faster connection, especially if you plan to stay for an extended period.
- 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 — condo
Free basic Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas (up to 5 Mbps); premium tier at 100 ETB/night for up to 20 Mbps
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader app (login code at reception); no physical newspapers
Check-in from 14:00, early bag drop allowed from 10:00 at reception (free); late check-out until 16:00 subject to availability, half-day rate 500 ETB, full day rate 1000 ETB
Free storage at reception during stay; after check-out, charge 150 ETB per bag per day
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; no grab bars in standard bathrooms
Free on-site parking for 15 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Bole International Hospital garage, 200 ETB for 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 15% VAT and 10% service charge included in rate; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 1000 ETB incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Thehadso International Church (391 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Southern Addis Ababa Meserete Kristos Church (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Welo Sefer Mosque (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Place of worship: ህያው ቃል ቤተክርስቲያን (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Demble City Center — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Peacock Park — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
አዲስ አበባ ሙዚየም — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 636 m · ~8 min walk
Nile Pharmacy — 380 m · ~5 min walk
Temenja Yazh — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use authorised forex bureaux or banks in Bole area; avoid street changers and the airport where rates are poor.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and larger supermarkets; most local shops, taxis and markets are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 50–100 Birr for a good restaurant meal, and 50–100 Birr per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Traditional Ethiopian coffee (macchiato or black) from a local kiosk or street vendor — 10–20 Birr.
Injera with shiro or a tibs combo at a neighbourhood 'bunna bet' or cafeteria — around 100–150 Birr.
A filling plate of kitfo or fish tibs in a local restaurant — main dish about 150–250 Birr.
The area around Bole Medhanealem Church and the Merkato district has grilled corn, samosas and fruit stalls; evenings see sambusa and roasted coffee vendors.
Bambi Supermarket and Shola Supermarket are common chains in Addis Ababa for basics.
Bole's shopping streets and the Merkato market offer affordable high-street and second-hand clothing — bargain hard.
Blue minibus taxis (10–15 Birr per short journey within city) and the Anbessa city buses (about 5 Birr); from Bole International Airport, take a shared minibus or the for-pay shuttle to Mexico Square (around 20–30 Birr per person).
Eat where locals queue for lunch – coffee and meals are a fraction of tourist prices. Haggle in markets but not in shops with fixed prices. Use local minibuses rather than taxis for short hops.
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 condo
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 636 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Nile Pharmacy — 380 m · ~5 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 condo?
Request a room on the ground floor for easier access to the wheelchair-accessible room and to minimize walking distance. If you prefer a higher floor, ask for a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor to avoid the potential noise from the main entrance ramp and the service area.
Which rooms should I avoid at condo?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the hotel only has one lift serving all 5 floors, which may lead to congestion and noise.
Is condo noisy?
Be aware that Bole Road can be quite busy, especially during rush hour, so you may experience some street noise.
Which rooms have the best views at condo?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Bole Road does not offer any notable views, as it is a busy commercial area.
What are insider tips for staying at condo?
Take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's on a first-come, first-served basis. Consider upgrading to the premium Wi-Fi tier for a faster connection, especially if you plan to stay for an extended period.
What time is check-in at condo?
Check-in at condo is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does condo have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas (up to 5 Mbps); premium tier at 100 ETB/night for up to 20 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at condo?
15% VAT and 10% service charge included in rate; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near condo?
Injera with shiro or a tibs combo at a neighbourhood 'bunna bet' or cafeteria — around 100–150 Birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from condo?
Blue minibus taxis (10–15 Birr per short journey within city) and the Anbessa city buses (about 5 Birr); from Bole International Airport, take a shared minibus or the for-pay shuttle to Mexico Square (around 20–30 Birr per person).
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October and November: after the heavy rains, the city is green but roads are dry, skies are clear and crowds are thin. December is also good, but gets busier with Christmas holidays.
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.