Your stay — Soljam Hotel
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Emergency Contacts
AselaFor all emergencies in Asela, dial 991 for police, 907 for ambulance, and 903 for fire. These are national hotlines in Ethiopia; local coverage may vary in rural areas. The Asela General Hospital (Bale Road) can be reached at +251 22 331 1030. No dedicated tourist police number exists; check with your hotel or local police station for assistance.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Asela, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Soljam Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kennenisa Bekele Hotel → Asela town centre (Market area)
💡 Minibuses (blue and white) run the main routes—flag one on the road outside the hotel. For the market, say 'Gabaya' to the driver. After dark, use a bajaj instead—50 ETB.
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) → Kennenisa Bekele Hotel, Asela
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in—official taxis in the rank cost roughly 1500-2000 ETB. Hotel can arrange a pickup for similar price with more reliability.
Addis Ababa Bus Station (near Meskel Square) → Asela Bus Station
💡 Buy your ticket a day ahead at the station—direct buses to Asela leave from the 'Southern Route' bay. Minibus shared taxis outside the station cost 250 ETB but run until dark.
Asela Bus Station → Kennenisa Bekele Hotel (main road)
💡 Hail one from the bus station—they won't use meters here, so agree on 30 ETB before hopping in. For the hotel, tell them 'Kennenisa Hotel, off the Bishoftu road'.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Soljam Hotel?
Check-in at Soljam Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Asela
💡 Ask the custodian to show you the old map of Asela from the 1950s — it's not on display but he keeps it in a drawer.
💡 Come early (before 8 AM) to see the lively livestock section, and bring small coins to buy a spiced coffee from a stallholder.
💡 The ticket booth still has a wooden counter and original scales — peek through the window if it's locked. Best visited in the morning light for photos.
💡 Go just before sunset for clear views of Lake Ziway in the distance, and bring a small mat to sit on the grass.
💡 The garden is quietest around 10 AM on weekdays. If you're interested in plants, ask at the biology department for a free guided walk.