Your stay — Lidu bole
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lidu bole, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience more street noise from the busy city streets of Addis Ababa.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the elevator or service entrance, as these areas may be more prone to noise from staff and guests.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address and orientation of the Lidu Bole hotel do not provide information about notable views. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
The 6th floor and above are likely to be the quietest, given the assumption that these floors are less likely to have noisy rooms near the elevator or service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise is likely to be a concern in the lower floors, while the area near the service entrance may be noisy due to staff activity.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel may experience a high volume of guests. Request a room with a window for a better airflow and a more pleasant stay, given the hotel's 3-star rating and location in a city known for its hot temperatures.
- 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 — Lidu bole
Free tier (up to 500 MB/day), paid tier ETB 500 for 5 GB/day; no login constraints
Serves all floors, with some stairs-only sections on the upper floors
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices, physical newspapers available in the lobby
24/7 check-in, 14:00 hours early bag-drop, ETB 500 late check-out fee (up to 18:00 hours)
Available 24/7 for ETB 50 per bag per day
Step-free access to main lobby and restaurant, wheelchair accessible rooms available, some structural limitations in older wing
On-site parking ETB 200 per night, nearest public car park ETB 150 per night (5-minute walk), no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: ETB 10 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: ETB 100 advance deposit, ETB 200 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ቦሌ መስጅድ (488 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Eastridge Church Addis (830 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: ደብረ ሰላም መድኃኔዓለም ወመጥምቁ ቅዱስ ዩሐንስ ወአቡነ አረጋዊ ቤተ ክርስቲያን በ፲፱፻፸፪ ዓ.ም ተመሠረተ (971 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Bole Medhanialem Church (977 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Grace Plaza — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Shalla Public Park — 455 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 532 m · ~7 min walk
Nile Pharmacy — 457 m · ~6 min walk
Almi Mini Market — 507 m · ~6 min walk
St. Urael — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
You can exchange currency at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport's currency exchange office, but be aware that the rates are generally poor. For better rates, use ATMs or exchange bureaux in the city centre, such as those on Churchill Avenue.
Credit cards, including Visa and Mastercard, are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops in the Addis Ababa area. Mobile payment options like M-Pesa are also accepted by many merchants.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. For hotel staff, 10-20 ETB per bag is sufficient for porters and 50-100 ETB for tour guides.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find street vendors selling strong coffee for around 10-15 ETB per cup, often made from locally roasted Arabica beans.
Fast food options like Injera bread with stews or salads from street vendors cost around 20-30 ETB.
Eating at local markets like Merkato or Anwar Sadat Street can provide affordable dinner options for around 50-70 ETB per main course.
Street food is common in areas like Merkato, Anwar Sadat Street, and around the city's main bus station.
Local supermarkets like Itulu and Mega Supermarket are common in the Addis Ababa area.
You can find affordable high-street clothing at markets like Merkato or at stalls on Churchill Avenue.
A day pass on the city's minibus network costs around 10 ETB, and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by taking a taxi or bus for around 100-150 ETB.
Haggle when shopping in markets, use local currency to avoid poor exchange rates, and avoid eating at touristy restaurants to save money.
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 Lidu bole
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 532 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Nile Pharmacy — 457 m · ~6 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 Lidu bole?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 5th floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may experience more street noise from the busy city streets of Addis Ababa.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lidu bole?
Avoid rooms near the elevator or service entrance, as these areas may be more prone to noise from staff and guests.
Is Lidu bole noisy?
Street noise is likely to be a concern in the lower floors, while the area near the service entrance may be noisy due to staff activity.
Which rooms have the best views at Lidu bole?
Unfortunately, the address and orientation of the Lidu Bole hotel do not provide information about notable views. However, rooms on the higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Lidu bole?
Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel may experience a high volume of guests. Request a room with a window for a better airflow and a more pleasant stay, given the hotel's 3-star rating and location in a city known for its hot temperatures.
What time is check-in at Lidu bole?
Check-in at Lidu bole is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lidu bole have Wi-Fi?
Free tier (up to 500 MB/day), paid tier ETB 500 for 5 GB/day; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lidu bole?
ETB 10 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Lidu bole?
Fast food options like Injera bread with stews or salads from street vendors cost around 20-30 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lidu bole?
A day pass on the city's minibus network costs around 10 ETB, and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by taking a taxi or bus for around 100-150 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.