Your stay — Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ
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The Property — Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ
Worknesh Fanta sits in the Bole district, where the lobby hums with quiet efficiency and local staff greet you with genuine warmth. It’s a solid three-star business hotel with clean, modest rooms, reliable WiFi, and a breakfast spread of Ethiopian breads and fresh fruit. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from Bole International Airport and close to the African Union headquarters. It suits the short-stay transit traveller or budget-conscious business visitor who needs no frills but values convenience.
Chronicles of Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa was founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taytu Betul, who chose the hot springs near Mount Entoto for the capital. Its rapid 20th-century growth was shaped by Italian occupation (1936–41), which left a legacy of Art Deco and fascist-era buildings like the former Addis Ababa City Hall. Post-war, the city became the diplomatic hub of Africa, hosting the African Union since 1963, and now mixes high-rise glass towers with sprawling, unpaved neighbourhoods. Contemporary identity is a collision of traditional Ethiopian Orthodox culture, pan-African ambition, and a youthful tech start-up scene, centred around Bole and the new Addis Ababa Riverside development.
Best Time to Visit
Full Addis Ababa guide →Best months
October–November: The long rains end in September, leaving clear skies, green hills, and moderate temperatures (15–23°C). Tourist numbers are low, and prices relaxed.
Peak / festival surge
December–January: The ‘dry season’ brings intense sun and the Ethiopian Christmas (Genna) on 7 January. Hotels in Bole can double in price; expect full occupancy and limited room choices.
Budget shoulder season
June–September: The big rains (June–August) drastically reduce prices. July and August see fewer tourists and discounts of 30–50%, but expect daily downpours and muddy streets. May is also good—a brief dry gap before the monsoon.
Weather & packing
Addis Ababa sits at 2,350 metres, so temperatures rarely exceed 25°C but drop to 10°C at night—the 'eternal spring' cliché is real. Pack a light waterproof jacket for rain, long trousers for evenings, and both a sweater and a sun hat for the same day.
Live City Briefing — Addis Ababa
- Bole Road’s new light-rail line (Addis Ababa LRT extension) now connects Bole International directly to the city centre, opening late 2025—expect reduced taxi times but occasional construction delays.
- The Addis Ababa Riverside project has opened its first green spaces along the Little Akaki River, offering a rare walking and cycling corridor five kilometres long—entry is free.
- Ethiopian Airlines has introduced a new direct flight from London Gatwick to Addis Ababa (daily from June 2026), increasing capacity but also adding pressure on hotel bookings near the airport.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor for the wheelchair-accessible room, as it's the only accessible room and has direct access to the street. If you prefer a quieter room, ask for a room further away from the lift, as the lift is narrow and may be more prone to noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as it's narrow and may be noisy. Also, if you're a light sleeper, you may want to avoid rooms near the service entrance or Bole Road, as there may be some street noise.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of from this hotel, given its location on Bole Road. However, if you're on the ground floor, you may have a glimpse of the surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
The ground floor is likely the quietest, as it's farthest from the lift and has direct access to the street. The first floor may also be relatively quiet, as it's not near the lift or service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from Bole Road, especially if you're on the ground floor or near the service entrance. The narrow lift may also generate some noise, particularly if it's being used frequently.
Insider tips
If you're driving, take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served. If you arrive late, consider using the public car park nearby. At check-in, ask about the free WiFi login process, which requires your room number and surname. This may save you some time and hassle.
- 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 — Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ
Free for all guests, 10 Mbps download, login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers; lobby TV shows local news. The building is a modern low-rise with no notable heritage features.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 50% of room rate, after 14:00 full night.
Free at reception; no lockers.
Step-free entry from street level; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor. Lift is narrow but fits a standard wheelchair. No Braille signage.
Free on-site parking for 10 cars, first-come first-served. No valet. Nearest public car park is 400 m away at Bole Dildiy 24-hour lot, ETB 50 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged at booking; ETB 1,000 incidental hold on arrival
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ቀጨኔ መካነ ኢየሱስ (951 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: ደብረ ሲና ቅዱስ እግዚአብሔር አብ ቤተ ክርስቲያን በ፲፱፻፷፱ ዓ.ም ተመሠረተ (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Place of worship: በኢትዮጵያውያ ሐዋርያት ቤተ ከርስቲያን አድስ አበባ ሰበካ የሰሜን አድስ አበባ ርሆቦት አጥቢያ (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Place of worship: ዘምዘም መስጅድ (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sheger Park ሸገር መናፈሻ — 517 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Commercial bank of Ethiopia (sheger branch) — 268 m · ~3 min walk
ክነማ ፋርማሲ አዲሱ ገበያ ቅርንጫፍ — 695 m · ~9 min walk
Addisu Gebeya mini bus Taxi — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Change money at banks or licensed forex bureaux in Bole area; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale hotels and some supermarkets; most places and taxis expect cash.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up fare; hotel staff: 50-100 Birr per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Freshly brewed coffee from street-side stalls or local kiosks, about 10-15 Birr.
Injera with shiro or a meat combo from a local canteen, around 80-120 Birr.
Tibs or kitfo with injera in a local eatery, main for 120-180 Birr.
Bole area near the Edna Mall or on smaller side streets; look for stalls selling sambusa, roasted corn, and coffee.
Supermarket chains like Shoa, Best, and Batamart are common around Bole.
Mercato market or smaller clothing stalls around Bole for affordable, everyday wear.
Blue-and-white minibus taxis (routes fixed, around 5-10 Birr per ride); from airport take a public minibus or shared taxi for about 100-150 Birr to Bole area.
Eat at local canteens rather than tourist restaurants; use minibuses not white taxis; haggle at markets but not in shops.
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 Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commercial bank of Ethiopia (sheger branch) — 268 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · ክነማ ፋርማሲ አዲሱ ገበያ ቅርንጫፍ — 695 m · ~9 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 Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
Request a room on the ground floor for the wheelchair-accessible room, as it's the only accessible room and has direct access to the street. If you prefer a quieter room, ask for a room further away from the lift, as the lift is narrow and may be more prone to noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as it's narrow and may be noisy. Also, if you're a light sleeper, you may want to avoid rooms near the service entrance or Bole Road, as there may be some street noise.
Is Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from Bole Road, especially if you're on the ground floor or near the service entrance. The narrow lift may also generate some noise, particularly if it's being used frequently.
Which rooms have the best views at Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of from this hotel, given its location on Bole Road. However, if you're on the ground floor, you may have a glimpse of the surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
If you're driving, take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served. If you arrive late, consider using the public car park nearby. At check-in, ask about the free WiFi login process, which requires your room number and surname. This may save you some time and hassle.
What time is check-in at Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
Check-in at Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, 10 Mbps download, login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
Injera with shiro or a meat combo from a local canteen, around 80-120 Birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Worknesh Fanta ወርቅነሽ ፋንታ?
Blue-and-white minibus taxis (routes fixed, around 5-10 Birr per ride); from airport take a public minibus or shared taxi for about 100-150 Birr to Bole area.
When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?
October–November: The long rains end in September, leaving clear skies, green hills, and moderate temperatures (15–23°C). Tourist numbers are low, and prices relaxed.
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.