Your stay — Wanos
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The Property — Wanos
Wanos is a three-star hotel in Addis Ababa's Bole district, a ten-minute walk from the airport. The lobby is modest but tidy, with dark wood furniture and a small coffee counter serving strong Ethiopian brews. It suits transit passengers or budget-conscious visitors who need a clean, functional room and a solid breakfast before heading out. There's no fuss here – just reliable accommodation near the main road.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II, who established it as a capital after his wife Empress Taytu Betul built a house near hot springs. The city grew from that single settlement into Ethiopia's political and economic hub, with Italian occupation in the 1930s adding Art Deco touches around Piazza. Post-war, Emperor Haile Selassie modernised the centre, commissioning Africa Hall and the Grand Palace. Today, Addis is headquarters to the African Union and a diplomatic crossroads, its skyline mixing crumbling imperial-era villas with glassy Chinese-built towers. The streets buzz with blue-and-white minibuses, Orthodox priests in white robes, and the scent of roasted coffee.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October and November: after the heavy rains, the landscape is green and the air clearer. January also offers dry, mild days with fewer tourists than December.
Peak / festival surge
April and May: the Ethiopian Easter (Fasika) often falls in this window, drawing domestic travellers and diaspora returnees. Hotel prices rise 30-50% above shoulder rates. Christmas (Genna) in January also sees spikes, though less extreme.
Budget shoulder season
June (especially late June) and September are excellent budget months. The main rains start easing in June, rooms drop 20% below peak, and crowds thin. You get occasional showers but sunny breaks.
Weather & packing
Addis sits at 2,355 metres; the altitude means cool nights even in June – expect 10°C after dark. Pack a lightweight fleece or jacket, plus a compact umbrella for the afternoon showers that can roll in fast.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- The Bole–Gotera interchange flyover, under construction since 2023, is due to open by mid-2026, which should ease traffic congestion near the airport area.
- The main runway at Bole International Airport is closed for resurfacing until late August 2026; all flights use the secondary runway, causing potential delays of 30–60 minutes.
- Addis launched a bus rapid transit (BRT) line on the Bole–Megenagna corridor in early 2026 – it's already running, cheaper than taxis, but crowded during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Wanos, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the first two floors may be more prone to street noise from Bole Road, which is a major traffic artery.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lift, as it may be more prone to noise from guests and staff movement.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no specific view options mentioned in the property data, but rooms on the higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding area.
Quietest floors
3rd floor
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential street noise from Bole Road, which is a major traffic artery.
Insider tips
When parking, arrive early to secure one of the 12 free parking spots on a first-come, first-served basis. Consider paying for the premium WiFi tier (ETB 100/24h) for a faster internet connection, especially if you plan to work or stream during your stay.
- 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 — Wanos
Free medium-speed WiFi (approx 15 Mbps down) with no login; paid premium tier (ETB 100/24h) offers 50 Mbps
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Print copies of The Reporter and The Ethiopian Herald available at reception; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag-drop available from 09:00 no extra charge; late check-out until 18:00 costs ETB 700 on request
Free of charge at the front desk, but no secure lockers
No step at main entrance; a ramp is available but narrow; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no accessible bathroom in rooms
On-site free parking for 12 cars on first-come, first-served basis; no valet; no EV charging; nearest public car park is 200 m away at Bole Plaza (ETB 50/night)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax applies in Addis Ababa for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; ETB 500 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Kality-Hamza Mosque (193 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St. Gabriel (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Place of worship: ቃሊቲ መካነ ብርሃን ቅዱስ ገብርኤል ቤተ ክርስቲያን (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Nesir Mosque (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 308 m · ~4 min walk
ከነማ መድሃኒት ቤት — 629 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Use bank ATMs in the city for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at Bole Airport and tourist hotels as they give poor rates.
Credit cards are accepted only in upmarket hotels, some chain supermarkets, and a few restaurants; most daily transactions are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares, leave 5–10% in restaurants if service is good, and tip hotel staff 50–100 birr for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of traditional Ethiopian coffee from a street kiosk costs around 10–15 birr.
Injera with shiro or lentils from a local eatery (bunna bet) costs 50–80 birr.
A main dish of tibs or kitfo with injera at a budget restaurant runs 100–150 birr.
Around Bole and Piazza, stalls sell roasted corn, samosas, and fresh fruit; cheaper than sit-down places.
Supermarkets like Shoa or Bambis are common; prices are moderate for basics.
Merkato (Africa's biggest market) and Edna Mall have affordable local and imported clothes; bargaining is expected.
Blue or white minibus taxis (shared ride) cost 5–15 birr per route; from Bole Airport, take a minibus to the city centre for about 10 birr or a taxi for 300–400 birr.
Eat at local bunna bets instead of tourist restaurants; use shared minibuses not hotel taxis; buy bottled water from supermarkets not convenience stores.
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 Wanos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 308 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · ከነማ መድሃኒት ቤት — 629 m · ~8 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 Wanos?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th floor) for a quieter stay, as the first two floors may be more prone to street noise from Bole Road, which is a major traffic artery.
Which rooms should I avoid at Wanos?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the lift, as it may be more prone to noise from guests and staff movement.
Is Wanos noisy?
Be prepared for potential street noise from Bole Road, which is a major traffic artery.
Which rooms have the best views at Wanos?
Unfortunately, there are no specific view options mentioned in the property data, but rooms on the higher floors may offer a better view of the surrounding area.
What are insider tips for staying at Wanos?
When parking, arrive early to secure one of the 12 free parking spots on a first-come, first-served basis. Consider paying for the premium WiFi tier (ETB 100/24h) for a faster internet connection, especially if you plan to work or stream during your stay.
What time is check-in at Wanos?
Check-in at Wanos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Wanos have Wi-Fi?
Free medium-speed WiFi (approx 15 Mbps down) with no login; paid premium tier (ETB 100/24h) offers 50 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Wanos?
None (no city tax applies in Addis Ababa for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Wanos?
Injera with shiro or lentils from a local eatery (bunna bet) costs 50–80 birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Wanos?
Blue or white minibus taxis (shared ride) cost 5–15 birr per route; from Bole Airport, take a minibus to the city centre for about 10 birr or a taxi for 300–400 birr.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October and November: after the heavy rains, the landscape is green and the air clearer. January also offers dry, mild days with fewer tourists than December.
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.