Dein Aufenthalt — kahawta
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Das Eigentum — kahawta
The Kahawta is a three-star hotel in central Asmara, a functional base with clean rooms and a quiet lobby. It suits travellers who need reliable accommodation without frills — think business visitors or self-guided explorers. The vibe is modest and unfussy, with tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a strong sense of place rather than aspirational design.
Chroniken von Asmara
Asmara was a small agricultural village until the late 19th century, when Italian colonisers made it the capital of Eritrea in 1900. The city was radically rebuilt under Mussolini in the 1930s, resulting in a unique collection of futurist, rationalist and Art Deco buildings. After a long war of independence from Ethiopia, Asmara became capital of a sovereign Eritrea in 1993. Today its intact Italian-colonial architecture earned it a UNESCO World Heritage listing, but the city retains a sleepy, early-20th-century pace.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Asmara-Guide →Die besten Monate
October to February: mild days (20–25°C), low humidity, almost no rain. City is quiet, streets walkable.
Peak / Festival Surge
Easter and Christmas weeks draw diaspora visitors back; hotel prices can double. Independence Day (24 May) also spikes demand, though July 2026 will be calm.
Budget Schulter Saison
March and September are good budget slots: still dry but fewer visitors, prices near baseline.
Wetter & Verpackung
Even in July, Asmara is cool at night (12–14°C) because of its 2,300-metre altitude. Pack a fleece or light jacket for evenings, but layers for daytime warmth.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Asmara
- Building works on Harnet Avenue have reduced lane width near the centre — expect slower taxi rides from the airport.
- A new direct flight from Addis Ababa to Asmara began in early 2026, easing a historically expensive route.
- Eritrea still has a cash-based economy; bring euros or dollars to exchange, as credit cards are rarely accepted outside top hotels.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to kahawta, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors sit high enough to escape ground-level commotion and the courtyard side avoids Egri Mekel Street’s traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – street-level rooms pick up exhaust fumes, foot traffic, and early morning street sweeping. Also skip any room directly above the main entrance (likely facing the street), as the front door slams and late-night arrivals create disruption.
Best views
Rooms on the Egri Mekel Street side (south-facing) have the best urban view – you’ll see Asmara’s classic Italian colonial architecture, pedestrian life, and small shops. Worth requesting a high-floor front room if you want a lively city outlook and don’t mind some traffic hum.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, buffered from both street and lobby activity. The 4th floor is topmost, so no noise from above. These floors also tend to be less used by groups, so fewer hallway disturbances.
🔊 Noise notes
Egri Mekel Street carries local traffic, minibuses, and the occasional truck – especially from 7am-9am and 4pm-7pm. Saturday mornings can be busy with market-goers. Ask for rear-facing if you’re a light sleeper.
Insider tips
Request a rear-facing room at check-in or when booking – rear rooms are overlooked by guests and often quieter. If arriving late, call ahead to confirm your room is on one of the upper floors, as the 3rd-floor rooms are popular and fill quickly.
- 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 Einrichtungen — kahawta
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: كنيسة (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Eritrean Nakfa, ERN
Change cash at the Himbol market or licensed exchange offices in Asmara; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux as rates are poor.
Cards are rarely accepted; carry enough Nakfa in small denominations for daily expenses.
Tipping is modest: round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in nicer restaurants; hotel staff appreciate small change for services.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A macchiato at a local café costs around 10-15 ERN.
A shiro or ful bowl at a community eatery costs about 30 ERN.
A main dish of pasta or zigni at a simple restaurant is about 40-50 ERN.
Along Mekel Street and the main market area, find grilled meats and fenugreek breads from street stalls for under 20 ERN.
Common budget supermarkets in this area include Assab Supermarket and Bahri Supermarket.
Affordable clothing is available at the main Asmara market (Meda) and local tailors on side streets off Mekel Street.
White taxis are the cheapest way around Asmara, about 10-20 ERN per shared ride; from the airport take a shared taxi into town for around 30 ERN.
Always haggle at markets and with taxis; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets to avoid hotel markups; eat at local injera joints instead of tourist restaurants.
Emergency Contacts
AsmaraFor police, dial 113; ambulance, 114; fire, 116. These numbers work from most landlines and mobile networks in Asmara. English is not widely spoken by operators; try to have a local or Amharic speaker help if you can. The national emergency number 911 is not active here.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Asmara, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at kahawta
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Asmara International Airport → Bristol Pension
💡 Pre-arrange with the pension for a fixed fare; drivers at the airport often quote double. The ride is short. Agree on price before getting in.
Airport area or city centre → Near Bristol Pension (main bus stop)
💡 Buses are crowded and routes are numbered but not marked in English. Ask a local to point you to bus 3 or 4. Best for budget travellers who don't mind standing.
Bristol Pension → Anywhere in Asmara
💡 Hire a driver through the pension for a full day of sightseeing. Negotiate a flat rate upfront. Drivers often also act as informal guides to the city's Italian architecture and markets.
Any central point (e.g., Harnet Avenue) → Bristol Pension area
💡 Shared taxis are cheap but you'll ride with locals; state your destination clearly. The Bristol Pension is near the main Post Office—use that as your drop-off point if driver doesn't know the pension.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at kahawta?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These floors sit high enough to escape ground-level commotion and the courtyard side avoids Egri Mekel Street’s traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at kahawta?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – street-level rooms pick up exhaust fumes, foot traffic, and early morning street sweeping. Also skip any room directly above the main entrance (likely facing the street), as the front door slams and late-night arrivals create disruption.
Is kahawta noisy?
Egri Mekel Street carries local traffic, minibuses, and the occasional truck – especially from 7am-9am and 4pm-7pm. Saturday mornings can be busy with market-goers. Ask for rear-facing if you’re a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at kahawta?
Rooms on the Egri Mekel Street side (south-facing) have the best urban view – you’ll see Asmara’s classic Italian colonial architecture, pedestrian life, and small shops. Worth requesting a high-floor front room if you want a lively city outlook and don’t mind some traffic hum.
What are insider tips for staying at kahawta?
Request a rear-facing room at check-in or when booking – rear rooms are overlooked by guests and often quieter. If arriving late, call ahead to confirm your room is on one of the upper floors, as the 3rd-floor rooms are popular and fill quickly.
What time is check-in at kahawta?
Check-in at kahawta is from null. Check-out is by null.
Is there a city or tourist tax at kahawta?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near kahawta?
A shiro or ful bowl at a community eatery costs about 30 ERN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from kahawta?
White taxis are the cheapest way around Asmara, about 10-20 ERN per shared ride; from the airport take a shared taxi into town for around 30 ERN.
When is the best time to visit Asmara?
October to February: mild days (20–25°C), low humidity, almost no rain. City is quiet, streets walkable.
Top-Attraktionen in Asmara
💡 Ask the caretaker to unlock the upstairs gallery – it holds the best artefacts and is often closed to casual visitors. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 Climb the campanile for a small fee (around 20 nakfa) – the view over the city rooftops and hills is worth it. Mass at 6pm Saturday includes lovely local hymns.
💡 Take small notes as vendors rarely have change. Try a glass of fresh sugarcane juice from the stall at the north entrance – only 5 nakfa.
💡 Bring your own water and snacks – there's no café. Best in late morning before the sun gets fierce. Watch out for the playful monkeys near the eastern wall.
💡 Go late afternoon when the light catches the wings. The café opposite sells good macchiato for 10 nakfa.