Your stay — Summit condominium No. 2
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Summit condominium No. 2, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (above 5th floor) for reduced street noise, considering Addis Ababa's busy streets. Concreted floors like 2, 3, and 4 might be a good option as they're less prone to noise compared to carpeted floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance (if it's on the ground floor) as it might get noisy with staff and delivery traffic. Rooms near the lift might also experience noise from the constant usage.
Best views
Given the hotel's address in Addis Ababa, rooms on the higher floors (5 and above) might offer views of the city skyline or surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
5th floor and above, as they are likely to be away from street noise and potential lift noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential street noise from the busy streets of Addis Ababa, especially on lower floors. If you're a light sleeper, consider earplugs or request a room on a higher floor.
Insider tips
1. Request a room with a balcony for a better view of the city, if available. 2. If you have a late arrival, consider checking-in online or contacting the hotel in advance to expedite the process.
- 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 — Summit condominium No. 2
Free tier with 2 Mbps speed, paid tier available for 50.00 ETB per 24 hours with 50 Mbps speed
Serves all floors, with a 5-story historic section accessible via stairs only
Complimentary digital newsstand with PressReader, physical papers available in lobby
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 8:00 AM, 12:00 PM late check-out available for 50.00 ETB
Limited availability for 2 pieces of luggage at 10.00 ETB per piece per day
Step-free access to main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms on request, but no elevator access to top floor
On-site parking available for 150.00 ETB per night, nearest public car park at Meskel Square for 100.00 ETB per night, EV charging available for 50.00 ETB per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 5.00 ETB per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 100.00 ETB advance deposit with a 500.00 ETB incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ባህታዊ በሻሌ ቅድስት ማርያም ቤተ ክርስቲያን (592 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Summit Kidane Mihret Church (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Place of worship: የሰሚት በሻሌ መካነ ሰላም ዋሻ መድኃኔዓለምና ቅዱስ ኡራኤል ቤተ ክርስትያን (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: ጊዮርጊስ ኦርቶዶክስ ቤተ ክርስትያን ሰሚት (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Tsehay Bank Ayat Seba Hulet Branch — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Eyased — 942 m · ~12 min walk
Elshalom Sheketasheket — 700 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Exchange money at local banks or currency exchange offices, such as those at the Bole International Airport or near Merkato market. Be aware that rates may be poor at airport bureaux.
Major credit and debit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops, but cash is still king. Mobile payment options like M-Pesa are also gaining popularity.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 10-20 Birr for taxi drivers, 5-10 Birr for restaurant staff, and 10-20 Birr per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee option is a small café serving traditional Ethiopian coffee, costing around 10-15 ETB.
A budget lunch option is a plate of injera with stews or salads from a street food vendor, costing around 20-30 ETB.
A typical affordable dinner is a plate of tibs or other local dishes from a mid-range restaurant, costing around 50-70 ETB.
Street food stalls and markets, such as Merkato and Ateteb bus station, offer a variety of affordable options.
Local supermarkets like Chilalo and Mega Mart offer a range of affordable food and household items.
Markets like Merkato and Shiro Meda offer a variety of affordable clothing and textiles.
The cheapest way to get around is by minibus (known as a 'gurra'), which costs around 5-10 ETB. A day pass for public transportation costs around 50 ETB.
Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist areas, as rates are often poor.Use a local SIM card or portable Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected and avoid high roaming charges.Negotiate prices for taxis and ridesharing services to get a better deal.
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 Summit condominium No. 2
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Tsehay Bank Ayat Seba Hulet Branch — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Eyased — 942 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 Summit condominium No. 2?
Request rooms on higher floors (above 5th floor) for reduced street noise, considering Addis Ababa's busy streets. Concreted floors like 2, 3, and 4 might be a good option as they're less prone to noise compared to carpeted floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Summit condominium No. 2?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance (if it's on the ground floor) as it might get noisy with staff and delivery traffic. Rooms near the lift might also experience noise from the constant usage.
Is Summit condominium No. 2 noisy?
Be prepared for potential street noise from the busy streets of Addis Ababa, especially on lower floors. If you're a light sleeper, consider earplugs or request a room on a higher floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Summit condominium No. 2?
Given the hotel's address in Addis Ababa, rooms on the higher floors (5 and above) might offer views of the city skyline or surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Summit condominium No. 2?
1. Request a room with a balcony for a better view of the city, if available. 2. If you have a late arrival, consider checking-in online or contacting the hotel in advance to expedite the process.
What time is check-in at Summit condominium No. 2?
Check-in at Summit condominium No. 2 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Summit condominium No. 2 have Wi-Fi?
Free tier with 2 Mbps speed, paid tier available for 50.00 ETB per 24 hours with 50 Mbps speed
Is there a city or tourist tax at Summit condominium No. 2?
5.00 ETB per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Summit condominium No. 2?
A budget lunch option is a plate of injera with stews or salads from a street food vendor, costing around 20-30 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Summit condominium No. 2?
The cheapest way to get around is by minibus (known as a 'gurra'), which costs around 5-10 ETB. A day pass for public transportation costs around 50 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.