Your stay — Edna Addis
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The Property — Edna Addis
Edna Addis is a straightforward 3-star in the city centre, with clean rooms and a no-nonsense lobby that smells of fresh coffee. Its USP is location: you can walk to Meskel Square and the National Museum in under 15 minutes. It suits independent travellers and budget-conscious visitors who want a reliable base without frills. The vibe is functional, not flashy, but the staff are genuinely helpful.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II and his wife Empress Taytu Betul, chosen for its hot springs and high-altitude climate. The city grew quickly as a railway hub and diplomatic centre — today it hosts the African Union headquarters. Architecture ranges from Italian fascist-era buildings to modernist glass towers, with the old Mercato district retaining its labyrinthine street-market character. Contemporary Addis is a blend of Orthodox Christian tradition, bustling coffee culture, and a growing arts scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October–November and January–February offer dry skies and comfortable daytime temps (20–25°C), with fewer tourists than peak season.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is the main tourist season, coinciding with the Meskel (Finding of the True Cross) festival in September, but July is also the heavy rainy season. Hotel prices can rise 20–30% in August. The Great Ethiopian Run in late November also draws crowds.
Budget shoulder season
March–April and September–October offer mild weather (light rain possible), lower room rates, and thinner crowds at major sites like the Ethnological Museum.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355 metres, so afternoons can be warm but evenings are cool (10–15°C). Pack layers: a waterproof jacket and a light sweater are essential even in July.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The Addis Ababa Light Rail continues to run along the main north-south and east-west corridors, but delays are common during July rains — budget extra travel time.
- The Meskel Square area has ongoing construction for the new Addis Ababa City Hall, which may cause minor traffic diversions around Cinéma Empire.
- A new direct flight route between Addis Ababa and Washington Dulles began in early 2026, increasing visitor numbers — book accommodation and museum tickets in advance.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Edna Addis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4, away from the lift. These mid-level floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach of reception.
Rooms to avoid
Do not accept rooms on the ground floor (lobby noise, street-level sounds) or directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor. Rooms facing the main street at the front will catch traffic noise.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms at the back of the hotel (away from the street) may offer city skyline views over rooftops; front-facing rooms look onto a busy Addis road with some street life.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4, interior side (facing courtyard or away from the main road).
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise is likely from the main road; early morning car horns and occasional truck rumble. Lift noise on adjacent rooms, and chatter from the lobby/bar area on lower floors.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the back side of the building when booking – it’s quieter. If you arrive late, check if the hotel has secure parking (most 3-star hotels in Addis do), and request a top floor back room for the best blend of quiet and view.
- 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 — Edna Addis
free for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps download; no login required, just connect to 'EdnaGuest'
single elevator serves ground to 4th floor; no stairs-only sections
no digital newsstand; a few English newspapers (The Reporter, Addis Fortune) at reception desk, first come first served; building is a modern 1990s concrete block, no heritage quirks
check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free; late checkout 200 ETB until 18:00, subject to availability
free for same-day storage at front desk; overnight storage 100 ETB per bag
step-free entrance and lift access to all floors; no accessible bathrooms or grab rails – call ahead for ground-floor room
on-site 20-space car park free for guests; no valet; nearest public lot at Bole Medhanealem Church, 100 ETB per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% service charge plus 2% city tax on total bill, not per night separately; around 150 ETB for a standard room
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment required at booking; 1000 ETB incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ቶባ መስጊድ ካዛንችስ (647 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Gabriel church (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: ወንጌል ብርሃን ቤተክርስቲያን (876 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Ba'eta LeMariam Monastery (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ambassador Mall — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
አዲስ አበባ ፓርክ — 893 m · ~11 min walk
Ethiopia Museum of Art and Science — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Arat kilo children and youth center — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk
Kazanchis Pharmacy — 680 m · ~9 min walk
Woink Supermarket — 925 m · ~12 min walk
Kasantshis — 543 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use local banks or Dashen Bank ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange bureaux which give poor rates.
Credit cards are accepted in upscale hotels and some supermarkets, but most shops, taxis, and local eateries are cash-only.
Restaurants: 10% is customary if no service charge. Taxis: round up the fare or add 10-20 Birr. Hotel porters: 20-50 Birr per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of traditional Ethiopian coffee from a street stall or kiosk costs around 10-20 ETB.
A bowl of shiro wat with injera from a local canteen will be about 50-70 ETB.
A main of tibs or kitfo with injera in a standard local restaurant runs roughly 80-120 ETB.
Buses and streets around Merkato and Bole roundabout offer cheap roasted corn, sambusas, and fresh juice stalls.
Shoa Supermarket and Friendship Supermarket are common budget chains in the area.
Merkato is the main market for affordable second-hand and new clothes; Bole Medhanealem area has small high-street shops.
The cheapest way around is by public minibus (blue/white taxis) for 5-10 ETB per ride. From the airport, a minibus to Bole area costs about 10-20 ETB, or a shared shuttle for 50 ETB.
Always pay in local currency to avoid poor exchange on pricing. Eat at local injera stalls or canteens rather than tourist spots. Haggle politely in markets but not in shops with fixed 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 Edna Addis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 878 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Kazanchis Pharmacy — 680 m · ~9 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 Edna Addis?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4, away from the lift. These mid-level floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach of reception.
Which rooms should I avoid at Edna Addis?
Do not accept rooms on the ground floor (lobby noise, street-level sounds) or directly adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor. Rooms facing the main street at the front will catch traffic noise.
Is Edna Addis noisy?
Street noise is likely from the main road; early morning car horns and occasional truck rumble. Lift noise on adjacent rooms, and chatter from the lobby/bar area on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Edna Addis?
Upper-floor rooms at the back of the hotel (away from the street) may offer city skyline views over rooftops; front-facing rooms look onto a busy Addis road with some street life.
What are insider tips for staying at Edna Addis?
Ask for a room on the back side of the building when booking – it’s quieter. If you arrive late, check if the hotel has secure parking (most 3-star hotels in Addis do), and request a top floor back room for the best blend of quiet and view.
What time is check-in at Edna Addis?
Check-in at Edna Addis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Edna Addis have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps download; no login required, just connect to 'EdnaGuest'
Is there a city or tourist tax at Edna Addis?
10% service charge plus 2% city tax on total bill, not per night separately; around 150 ETB for a standard room
Where can I eat cheaply near Edna Addis?
A bowl of shiro wat with injera from a local canteen will be about 50-70 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Edna Addis?
The cheapest way around is by public minibus (blue/white taxis) for 5-10 ETB per ride. From the airport, a minibus to Bole area costs about 10-20 ETB, or a shared shuttle for 50 ETB.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October–November and January–February offer dry skies and comfortable daytime temps (20–25°C), with fewer tourists than peak season.
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.