Your stay — Ever
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The Property — Ever
The Ever is a no-frills 3-star in the Bole district, with a clean, tiled lobby that smells of fresh coffee and floor polish. It's popular with NGO workers and regional business travellers who need reliable AC, strong wi-fi, and a breakfast buffet with local breads and scrambled eggs. This is not a boutique stay; it's a solid, practical base a short walk from Bole Medhanealem Church and a 10-minute drive from the airport. Suits solo travellers and small groups who want efficiency over atmosphere.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II on a high plateau at 2,355 metres, chosen for its hot springs and temperate climate. The Italian occupation (1936–41) left concrete Art Deco and Fascist-era buildings around Piazza, while Emperor Haile Selassie built the Africa Hall and the grand Hilton in the 1960s. Post-1991, China-funded ring roads, high-rises, and the shiny African Union headquarters reshaped the skyline. Today Addis is the diplomatic capital of Africa, with a gritty, sprawling energy, crowds of yellow Lada taxis, and a thriving music scene mixing Ethio-jazz with modern pop.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October–November for clear skies, mild temperatures (18–23°C), and the tail end of the flowers after the big rains. February is also excellent: drier, hotter, but still pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
January for the Timkat festival (Ethiopian Epiphany, 19 January) and the Addis Marathon (April). Hotel prices can double, especially around Bole. Business travel spikes during AU summits (usually February), when rooms get booked out.
Budget shoulder season
June and September: lower prices by 20–30%, fewer crowds, and still decent weather. June is the start of the long rains, but showers are often heavy and short; September sees the green landscape at its best.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355m — altitude means cool evenings even after a warm day, and sudden rain bursts are common. Pack layers: a light fleece or jacket for morning/evening, a water-resistant shell for rain, and comfortable walking shoes for uneven pavements.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The ongoing construction of the Addis Ababa Light Rail extension along Bole Road has caused lane closures and traffic jams near the Ever; allow an extra 20 minutes for airport transfers.
- The Chinese-built ring road around the city is now fully open, cutting travel time from Bole to the Merkato market area from 40 to 25 minutes outside peak hours.
- June is the start of the belg rains (small rainy season), which means afternoon downpours are likely; many hotel rooms lack effective soundproofing, so pack earplugs for the drumming on tin roofs.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ever, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) to minimize potential street noise from the busy Addis Ababa streets. The lift serves all four floors, making it easy to access upper floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor due to potential noise from the non-step-free main entrance and possible foot traffic.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address is not near any notable landmarks or scenic views, but you may get a view of the nearby Addis Ababa City Parking lot from a higher floor.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise is a possibility due to the hotel's location in the city center. Additionally, the lift can be a source of noise, especially if it's in use frequently.
Insider tips
Be prepared for limited parking options and plan to use the nearby 'Addis Ababa City Parking' lot, which is a 200m walk away. If you need to charge your electric vehicle, consider using a public charging station elsewhere in the city.
- 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 — Ever
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 15 Mbps download. No login required, just accept the terms.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. The building was originally a 1960s apartment block converted to a hotel in 2005.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag-drop allowed. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 50% of the daily rate; after 14:00 full night charged.
Free luggage storage on the ground floor, available before check-in and after check-out.
No step-free main entrance (two steps up). Only the ground floor and lift-accessible floors are wheelchair-accessible; no accessible bathroom in standard rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Addis Ababa City Parking' 200 m west, 50 ETB per day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% VAT on room rate
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night charged at booking; a 1,000 ETB incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ቦሌ ኆህተ ብርሃን ቅድስት ማርያም ቤተ ክርስቲያን (446 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Mekane Jesus (796 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Beza international church (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Place of worship: Mikada engineering and trading p.l.c (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mafi City Center — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Adwa Park — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
ውዳሴ ፋርማሲ — 929 m · ~12 min walk
Megenagna — 2.9 km · ~36 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use official banks or licensed forex bureaux in Bole area for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted at mid-range hotels, supermarkets, and some restaurants; contactless is rare; mobile pay not common outside M-Pesa for locals.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up fare or 10-20 birr; hotel staff: 50-100 birr per bag/clean.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side coffee stalls serving Ethiopian coffee with popcorn for 10-15 birr.
Injera with shiro or tibs from a local café: around 80-120 birr.
Grilled meat or fish with bread and salad at a neighbourhood restaurant: 150-250 birr for a main.
Along Bole Road and around Meskel Square: roasted corn, samosas, and grilled meat skewers.
Shola Supermarket and Friendship Supermarket in Bole area; also local vegetable markets daily.
Merkato is the main open market for affordable second-hand and new clothes; Bole area has mid-range shops.
Minibus taxis (blue/white) cost 5-10 birr per ride; from airport take a minibus to Bole area for 10 birr or a taxi 300-400 birr.
Eat at local 'buna bet' coffee houses for cheap meals; use minibus taxis instead of taxis; bargain at Merkato for clothes and souvenirs.
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 Ever
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk — pharmacy · ውዳሴ ፋርማሲ — 929 m · ~12 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 Ever?
Request a room on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) to minimize potential street noise from the busy Addis Ababa streets. The lift serves all four floors, making it easy to access upper floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ever?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor due to potential noise from the non-step-free main entrance and possible foot traffic.
Is Ever noisy?
Street noise is a possibility due to the hotel's location in the city center. Additionally, the lift can be a source of noise, especially if it's in use frequently.
Which rooms have the best views at Ever?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address is not near any notable landmarks or scenic views, but you may get a view of the nearby Addis Ababa City Parking lot from a higher floor.
What are insider tips for staying at Ever?
Be prepared for limited parking options and plan to use the nearby 'Addis Ababa City Parking' lot, which is a 200m walk away. If you need to charge your electric vehicle, consider using a public charging station elsewhere in the city.
What time is check-in at Ever?
Check-in at Ever is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ever have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 15 Mbps download. No login required, just accept the terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ever?
10% VAT on room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Ever?
Injera with shiro or tibs from a local café: around 80-120 birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ever?
Minibus taxis (blue/white) cost 5-10 birr per ride; from airport take a minibus to Bole area for 10 birr or a taxi 300-400 birr.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October–November for clear skies, mild temperatures (18–23°C), and the tail end of the flowers after the big rains. February is also excellent: drier, hotter, but still pleasant.
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.