Your stay — Core Consulting Engineers plc
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The Property — Core Consulting Engineers plc
Core Consulting Engineers plc is a no-frills business hotel in the Bole district, a block from the airport road. The lobby is clean and fluorescent-lit, with a plush reception desk and a flat-screen television tuned to a news channel; the crowd is mostly Ethiopian consultants and international travellers passing through on stopovers. It suits anyone who needs a straightforward bed and desk space near Bole International Airport without paying for a lounge or pool they won't use.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Empress Taytu Betul, who was drawn to the hot springs at the base of Mount Entoto. The city rapidly grew after the railway from Djibouti arrived in 1917, and today its streets mix Italian-era villas, 1960s brutalist government blocks, and soaring glass towers. As the diplomatic capital of Africa, it houses the African Union headquarters and hosts a deep, distinctive café culture—the birthplace of the coffee ceremony. Contemporary Addis balances rapid construction with a strong sense of national identity, anchored by the Ethnological Museum and the sprawling Merkato market.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October and November: the end of the long rains, so the city is green and clear, with mild temperatures (highs around 22°C) and lighter guest traffic than January or February. March is also excellent—dry, warm and before the big summer rains begin.
Peak / festival surge
January is the busiest month, coinciding with Ethiopian Christmas (Genna) on 7 January and Timkat (Epiphany) on 19 January. Hotels across Addis double their rates; Core Consulting Engineers plc likely charges around 1,200–1,500 birr per night. The city fills with diaspora returnees and tourists for the processions and religious ceremonies.
Budget shoulder season
June and July offer the best discounts: the long rains start but mornings are often sunny, and hotel occupancy drops sharply. Expect rates at roughly 30–40% below peak—ideal for a budget stay if you pack an umbrella and are flexible with afternoon showers.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355 metres, so evenings are chilly even in the dry season. Pack layers: a fleece or light jacket for sundown, and a waterproof shell for sudden afternoon downpours, especially if visiting between June and September.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The new Addis Ababa Light Rail extension to Bole International Airport is expected to open in mid-2026, linking Terminal 2 directly to the city centre; this should cut taxi costs and traffic time for visitors using Core Consulting Engineers.
- The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam filling continues on the Blue Nile; this rarely affects Addis visitors directly, but it remains a frequent topic in local news and conversations, particularly in hotel lobbies.
- Several new art galleries and small coffee roasteries have opened around Bole Road in the past six months; the nearby 'Yeka Coffee House' is a solid spot for a real Ethiopian brew and a quiet workspace.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Core Consulting Engineers plc, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th floor facing away from Bole Road (i.e. towards the rear of the building). These rooms are highest above street level and most shielded from traffic noise. The top floor also has fewer footsteps overhead.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground or first floor, especially those facing Bole Road. Ground-floor rooms sit near the carpark and main entrance, so you'll hear comings and goings plus road noise. First-floor rooms still catch street noise from the busy road.
Best views
Rooms facing Bole Road give a view of the main avenue and city skyline, but come with noise. Rear-facing rooms overlook neighbouring buildings and quieter streets – no landmark view, but significantly less racket.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quieter – lift traffic is less frequent, and you're further from the street and lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Main source: Bole Road traffic (constant, with honking) from around 6am until late evening. Also occasional noise from the carpark (cars arriving/leaving) and from the public car park 200m away – but that's minor.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, arrive early evening to secure one of the 8 free parking spots – overnight charge at the public car park is steep (ETB 300). 2. Request an accessible room at booking if needed – standard doorways are only 80 cm wide, fine for a regular wheelchair but not a large mobility scooter. The step-free ramp and lift make access decent.
- 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 — Core Consulting Engineers plc
Free in-room and lobby, speed about 15 Mbps. No login required on guest network – just accept terms once.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital kiosk via QR code in lobby offers The Reporter and Addis Standard (English). No physical papers delivered. Building is a converted 1990s office block; no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop available from 08:00 on request. Late check-out until 14:00 costs ETB 500; after 14:00 charged full night.
Free for same-day collection; overnight storage ETB 200 per item.
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors. Doorways 80 cm wide – okay for standard wheelchairs but not large mobility scooters. No roll-in shower in standard rooms; accessible room available on request.
Free on-site parking for 8 cars on a first-come basis. Staff can direct to Bole Medhanealem public car park (ETB 50/hour, ETB 300 overnight) 200 m away. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Ethiopian hotel invoices include 15% VAT and 10% service charge; no separate city tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required to confirm reservation; a refundable deposit of ETB 2,000 per room taken at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Zetseat Apostolic Reformation Church (387 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: አባድር መስጂድ (468 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Mekanisa Mekane Eyesus Church (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Place of worship: መካኒሳ መካነ ኢየሱስ (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Adams pavilon — 894 m · ~11 min walk
የአፍሪካ ህብረት ዋና መሥሪያ ቤት ኮምፕሌክስ — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Zoma Museum — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Michael Tabot Maderiya — 720 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 390 m · ~5 min walk
Diogan pharmacy — 429 m · ~5 min walk
Nadisun Mini Market — 545 m · ~7 min walk
Lancha — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use official banks or Dashen Bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid Addis Ababa Bole International Airport bureaux and hotel desks, which give poor rates.
International cards (Visa/Mastercard) work in major hotels, supermarkets, and some malls; most street vendors, taxis, and small shops expect cash.
Restaurants: add 10% if no service charge included (check bill). Taxis: round up to nearest 10–20 birr. Hotel staff: 50–100 birr for baggage/cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A short black coffee at a local kiosk or street stall costs around 10–15 birr.
Injera with wot (stew) at a small cafeteria: 80–120 birr for a filling plate.
A main course of tibs (grilled meat) or pasta at a basic restaurant: 150–200 birr.
Look for stalls along Bole Road or near bus stations for sambusa (stuffed pastry) or kitfo (raw minced beef) — 20–60 birr per item.
Supermarket chains like Shoa Supermarket, Bambis, and Yeshi Grocery are common in Addis.
Edna Mall area (Bole) or Merkato open market for affordable second-hand (lava) or local textiles.
Blue-and-white minibus taxis (shared rides) cost 5–15 birr per trip; the cheapest from the airport is the public bus (30–40 birr) to Piazza or Meskel Square.
Always carry small bills for taxis and street food, as change is often scarce. Eat at local 'buna bets' (coffee houses) rather than tourist cafés for half the price. Haggle gently at Merkato but not in supermarkets or buses.
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 Core Consulting Engineers plc
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 390 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Diogan pharmacy — 429 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 Core Consulting Engineers plc?
Request a room on the 4th floor facing away from Bole Road (i.e. towards the rear of the building). These rooms are highest above street level and most shielded from traffic noise. The top floor also has fewer footsteps overhead.
Which rooms should I avoid at Core Consulting Engineers plc?
Avoid any room on the ground or first floor, especially those facing Bole Road. Ground-floor rooms sit near the carpark and main entrance, so you'll hear comings and goings plus road noise. First-floor rooms still catch street noise from the busy road.
Is Core Consulting Engineers plc noisy?
Main source: Bole Road traffic (constant, with honking) from around 6am until late evening. Also occasional noise from the carpark (cars arriving/leaving) and from the public car park 200m away – but that's minor.
Which rooms have the best views at Core Consulting Engineers plc?
Rooms facing Bole Road give a view of the main avenue and city skyline, but come with noise. Rear-facing rooms overlook neighbouring buildings and quieter streets – no landmark view, but significantly less racket.
What are insider tips for staying at Core Consulting Engineers plc?
1. If you drive, arrive early evening to secure one of the 8 free parking spots – overnight charge at the public car park is steep (ETB 300). 2. Request an accessible room at booking if needed – standard doorways are only 80 cm wide, fine for a regular wheelchair but not a large mobility scooter. The step-free ramp and lift make access decent.
What time is check-in at Core Consulting Engineers plc?
Check-in at Core Consulting Engineers plc is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Core Consulting Engineers plc have Wi-Fi?
Free in-room and lobby, speed about 15 Mbps. No login required on guest network – just accept terms once.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Core Consulting Engineers plc?
None (Ethiopian hotel invoices include 15% VAT and 10% service charge; no separate city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Core Consulting Engineers plc?
Injera with wot (stew) at a small cafeteria: 80–120 birr for a filling plate.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Core Consulting Engineers plc?
Blue-and-white minibus taxis (shared rides) cost 5–15 birr per trip; the cheapest from the airport is the public bus (30–40 birr) to Piazza or Meskel Square.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October and November: the end of the long rains, so the city is green and clear, with mild temperatures (highs around 22°C) and lighter guest traffic than January or February. March is also excellent—dry, warm and before the big summer rains begin.
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.