🇪🇹 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Triple E
📍 22 mazoria, አዲስ አበባ 1000, Ethiopia
Your stay — Triple E
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The Property — Triple E
The Triple E is a no-frills three-star in the Bole district, close to the airport and a short taxi hop from the Bole Medhanealem shopping strip. It offers clean, functional rooms with basic en-suite bathrooms and a small on-site restaurant serving Ethiopian staples like injera and tibs. The lobby is modest — tiled floor, a few armchairs, a reception desk — and the vibe is practical rather than stylish. It suits transit passengers needing a reliable layover or budget-conscious travellers who plan to spend most of their time out exploring Addis.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II and his wife Empress Taytu Betul, who was drawn to the area’s hot springs. Unlike many ancient African capitals, Addis grew rapidly only in the 20th century, its layout shaped by Italian occupation (1936–41) and post-war modernist planning. Today, the city blends imperial-era villas, Soviet-style concrete blocks and gleaming glass towers, especially along Churchill Avenue and Bole Road. Contemporary Addis is the diplomatic heart of Africa, home to the African Union headquarters, and prides itself on a unique cultural identity rooted in Ethiopia’s unbroken history and its own Amharic-language hip-hop and coffee ceremony traditions.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October to December: dry, sunny days after the long rains, with manageable crowds as the city returns to normal pace after the main tourist season. Also February: short dry spell before the March rains, with warm temperatures and clear skies.
Peak / festival surge
September: the Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) on 11-12 September, plus the end of the rainy season and a surge of international visitors for the African Union summit. Hotel prices can rise 30-50% during this period. Other peak times: January for the Timkat festival (Epiphany) in nearby Gondar.
Budget shoulder season
June and July: the long rains make roads slippery and some highland trekking difficult, but city stays are cheaper and flights less crowded. November is a growing shoulder month — still fine weather but fewer visitors than October.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355 metres, so days are warm but nights can drop to 10°C — pack layers, not just shorts. Bring a waterproof jacket and water-resistant shoes for sudden afternoon downpours that are common even in the dry season.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The new light rail extension to Ayat is now operational, easing traffic from Bole to the eastern suburbs; visitors staying near Bole can use it to reach the city centre for 6 birr.
- The city has opened a 12 km pedestrian network along the Sakura River, with cafes and public art, linking Bole to the Mexico Square area — a viable alternative to taxis for short hops.
- June 2026 sees the start of the long rainy season, so expect afternoon cloudbursts and some road flooding near the airport; the Triple E does not offer airport transfers, so pre-book an official app-based taxi like Feres or Ride to avoid haggling.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Triple E, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor at the rear side of the building (away from Mazoria street). The lift stops at all floors but the third floor gets least footfall noise from the lobby and lower corridors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms on the street side. Mazoria is a busy junction and 22 Mazoria faces it directly – you’ll get honking and minibus noise from early morning until late evening.
Best views
Third-floor rooms at the rear (west side) look over the neighbouring compounds and low-rise rooftops, not the road. Front-facing rooms just see Mazoria’s concrete buildings and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest. The first floor still catches some lobby and cafe chatter; third floor is top and most insulated from street-level rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
Mazoria is a main through-road with constant minibus horns, especially 6-10am and 4-8pm. The hotel’s own entrance ramp and on-site parking can add car door slams and engine sounds during check-in/check-out peaks.
Insider tips
1. Park on-site for free; the Bole Edna Mall car park charges 50 ETB/hour and adds a walk with luggage. 2. The Wi-Fi has no password and is stable at ~10 Mbps – good for video calls if you’re on the third floor, where the signal is strongest.
- 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 — Triple E
Free for all guests, speed ~10 Mbps, no login password needed.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The hotel building is a 1990s concrete block with no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00, early bag drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs ETB 800.
Free for same-day check-in/out; ETB 200 per bag per extra day.
Step-free entrance from street via ramp; lift to all floors. No special bathroom facilities.
On-site secured parking free for guests. No valet or EV charging. Nearest public car park (Bole Edna Mall) costs ETB 50 per hour.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; ETB 1,500 incidental hold on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Dewam Mosque (729 m · ~9 min walk)
- Place of worship: ቦሌ መስጅድ (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
- Place of worship: 24 መስጅድ (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: Urael Ethiopian Orthodox Church (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Grace Plaza — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Shalla Public Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 772 m · ~10 min walk
GOH pharmacy — 305 m · ~4 min walk
Almi Mini Market — 862 m · ~11 min walk
Hayahulet 1 — 895 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Change money at Dashen Bank or Commercial Bank of Ethiopia branches; avoid airport and hotel bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and supermarkets; cash is king for taxis, street food, and local shops in Mazoria.
10% in restaurants if service is not included; round up taxi fare; give 50-100 ETB to hotel staff for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of traditional coffee from a street vendor or local kiosk: about 10-20 ETB.
A plate of injera with shiro or tibs from a local canteen: around 100-150 ETB.
A main dish like tesb (spiced lentils) with bread at a budget eatery: approximately 120-200 ETB.
Head to the area around the Mazoria roundabout or bus station for cheap sambusas and grilled corn on the fly.
Common budget supermarkets include Alem Supermarket and Sheger Supermarket in Mazoria.
Shop at the local open-air market (e.g., Debre Zeit Road stretch) for secondhand clothes and basics at negotiable prices.
The cheapest way to get around is by minibus (blue/white share taxis) at 10-15 ETB per ride; from the airport, take a minibus to Megengna then walk or transfer to Mazoria for about 20-30 ETB total.
Haggle at markets and street stalls; use minibuses instead of taxis; buy bulk groceries from local open markets rather than supermarkets.
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 Triple E
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 772 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · GOH pharmacy — 305 m · ~4 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 Triple E?
Request a room on the third floor at the rear side of the building (away from Mazoria street). The lift stops at all floors but the third floor gets least footfall noise from the lobby and lower corridors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Triple E?
Avoid ground-floor rooms on the street side. Mazoria is a busy junction and 22 Mazoria faces it directly – you’ll get honking and minibus noise from early morning until late evening.
Is Triple E noisy?
Mazoria is a main through-road with constant minibus horns, especially 6-10am and 4-8pm. The hotel’s own entrance ramp and on-site parking can add car door slams and engine sounds during check-in/check-out peaks.
Which rooms have the best views at Triple E?
Third-floor rooms at the rear (west side) look over the neighbouring compounds and low-rise rooftops, not the road. Front-facing rooms just see Mazoria’s concrete buildings and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Triple E?
1. Park on-site for free; the Bole Edna Mall car park charges 50 ETB/hour and adds a walk with luggage. 2. The Wi-Fi has no password and is stable at ~10 Mbps – good for video calls if you’re on the third floor, where the signal is strongest.
What time is check-in at Triple E?
Check-in at Triple E is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Triple E have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed ~10 Mbps, no login password needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Triple E?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Triple E?
A plate of injera with shiro or tibs from a local canteen: around 100-150 ETB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Triple E?
The cheapest way to get around is by minibus (blue/white share taxis) at 10-15 ETB per ride; from the airport, take a minibus to Megengna then walk or transfer to Mazoria for about 20-30 ETB total.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October to December: dry, sunny days after the long rains, with manageable crowds as the city returns to normal pace after the main tourist season. Also February: short dry spell before the March rains, with warm temperatures and clear skies.
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.