Your stay — Sunny Side Hotel
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5-Minute Radius Essentials
Dashen Bank — 152 m · ~2 min walk
Emergency Contacts
DessieFor non-urgent assistance, call Dessie Police Station at +251 33 111 2345. Local hospitals include Dessie Referral Hospital (+251 33 111 3000). Tourist helpline: 103 (Ethiopian Tourism Organization). SIM cards from Ethio Telecom often work for local calls.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dessie, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sunny Side Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Dashen Bank — 152 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tekle Hotel II entrance → Anywhere in central Dessie
💡 These three-wheelers are the cheapest door-to-door option. Negotiate before getting in; a ride from the hotel to the bus station is 15-20 ETB. Avoid peak lunch hour (12:00-13:30) when they’re scarce.
Kombolcha Airport (DSE) → Tekle Hotel II, Dessie
💡 Haggle hard if arriving without a pre-booked ride; drivers often quote 600 ETB initially. Ask for a driver named Tesfaye at the airport rank—he’s reliable and speaks some English.
Dessie main bus station (Kuyera) → Addis Ababa (with stop near Tekle Hotel II)
💡 Book a day ahead at the Tekle Hotel reception—they hold seats. The 04:30 bus is cold but avoids traffic. Bring snacks; the only stop is at Debre Birhan for a quick toilet break.
Piassa bus stop, near Tekle Hotel II → Kelela market / main terminal
💡 Buses are crowded and don’t have fixed stops—just flag them down. The route along Wollo Sefer is useful for groceries or the Sheraton Hotel area. Keep small change ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Sunny Side Hotel?
Check-in at Sunny Side Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Dessie
💡 Go on a Wednesday or Saturday when it’s busiest. Watch your valuables, and be prepared to haggle politely—prices for tourists are often doubled. Try a cup of fresh shai (tea) from a vendor near the grain section.
💡 Donations are accepted but not required. The guard may unlock extra rooms if you ask politely. Visit on weekdays—it’s sometimes closed on Saturdays.
💡 Wear sturdy shoes—the path is loose gravel. Best visited at late afternoon for golden light and cooler air. Bring a jacket; winds pick up sharply after 4pm.
💡 Go early morning (before 8am) to see the most birds, including flamingos. Carry your own water and snacks—there’s no kiosk or café.
💡 The pool costs 50 birr to use (about $1 USD), but the garden is free. Order a coffee from the terrace—it’s 10 birr and served with popcorn. Best in the morning before the heat builds.