Your stay — Girum Hotel
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The Property — Girum Hotel
Girum Hotel is a straightforward 3-star on the main road through Fiche, with a practical lobby of polished tile floors, a small reception desk, and a worn leather sofa set. Its USP is a reliable base for travellers breaking the Addis–Bahir Dar drive, offering clean en-suite rooms, a basic restaurant serving injera and tibs, and free parking. It suits budget-conscious drivers or transit passengers who need a solid night’s sleep without frills.
Chronicles of Fiche
Fiche grew from a market crossroads in the Salale region, historically a waypoint on the trade route between Addis Ababa and the northern highlands. It became a town during Haile Selassie’s reign, with a grid of single-storey concrete buildings expanding after the 1970s. Architecture remains low-rise and functional, with corrugated roofs and occasional painted façades. Today, Fiche is primarily a transport hub and commercial centre for surrounding farming communities, known for its Saturday livestock market and calm, provincial pace.
Best Time to Visit
Full Fiche guide →Best months
October to December: post-rains, clear skies, and cool air (15-22°C), with fewer lorries and full market activity.
Peak / festival surge
No major festival peaks in Fiche itself, but August–September (the rainy season’s tail) brings moderate traffic from travellers waiting out downpours; hotel prices stay flat at ~700-900 birr per night.
Budget shoulder season
March to May: the short wet season – sporadic rain, lighter hotel occupancy, and slight discounts (10-15%) if you negotiate, with milder daytime heat in the 20s.
Weather & packing
July marks the peak of the main rainy season, with daily downpours and muddy roads; pack a waterproof jacket, quick-dry trousers, and waterproof shoes – umbrella alone won’t cut it.
Live City Briefing — Fiche
- The new bypass road around Fiche (part of the Addis–Debre Markos highway upgrade) is partially open, cutting transit traffic through town centre – ask reception for the latest junction point.
- Mobile money (Telebirr) is now widely accepted at petrol stations and shops in Fiche, though small market stalls still prefer cash in birr.
- Local electricity is stable, but the highland rains in July can trigger short outages – the Girum Hotel has a backup generator, confirmed on booking.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Girum Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard. These are furthest from the main street and any lift noise, and less footfall past the door.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby and street) and any room directly above the main entrance or facing the main road — Fiche’s main street carries traffic and honking from early morning.
Best views
Best view is from upper-floor rooms at the rear (likely overlooking the town’s edge or nearby hills). Front-facing rooms look onto a busy street and market area.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest, away from ground-level bustle and above the lift mechanism’s typical floor range.
🔊 Noise notes
Fiche is on the main Addis-Dessie road, so heavy trucks pass through at night. Morning market activity adds human and vehicle noise from around 6am. The lift (if any) may generate low hum on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, ask for a ground-floor room only if you have heavy luggage — otherwise, go top floor for quiet. 2) Check-in early (before 4pm) to secure a rear-facing room, as front-side rooms are often allocated first to walk-ins.
- 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 — Girum Hotel
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; typical speed ~5 Mbps, sufficient for email and browsing. No login portal.
No passenger lift; guest rooms are on the ground and first floors via stairs only.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a modern low-rise construction from the 2010s.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available on request. Late check-out fee is 50% of night rate if vacating after 12:00.
Free luggage storage in the lobby cloakroom during same-day early arrival or post check-out.
No step-free entry; there is a single step at the main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Ground-floor rooms available on request.
Free on-site parking for up to 10 cars; no valet. Street parking also available at no charge. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for July 2026; no incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: አራተ ማርያም ቤተከርስቲያን (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: የፍቼ ቅዱስ ገብርኤል ቤተ ክርስቲያን (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: የፍቼ ቢዲጎን ቅድስ ገብርኤል ቤተክርስቲያን (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
አቶዋ ሰፈር （አቶ ሀዋዝ ሰፈር） — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ቡና ባንክ - ፍቼ ቅርንጫፍ — 205 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Change money at banks or official forex bureaux in Fiche; avoid the airport in Addis Ababa where rates are poor.
Cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels; carry cash in small denominations.
No strict rule; round up taxi fares, leave 10-15% at nicer restaurants, and tip hotel staff 20-50 birr for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of strong Ethiopian coffee at a local kiosk or street stall: about 5-10 birr.
Injera with shiro or a simple tibs at a budget eatery: roughly 50-80 birr.
A main dish of meat or lentils with injera at a local restaurant: around 70-100 birr.
Look for stalls near the main bus station or market selling roasted corn, sambusa, or fried snacks; very cheap, 10-30 birr.
Small neighbourhood shops and the local market are the norm; there are no major supermarket chains in Fiche.
The Fiche market has second-hand clothes and basic textiles; prices negotiable, a shirt from 100-200 birr.
Blue minibuses (bajaj or little buses) run set routes for about 5-10 birr per ride; from Addis Ababa airport, take a shared minibus to Fiche for around 150-200 birr.
Eat where locals queue for lunch; always agree fare before entering a minibus or taxi; buy water and snacks from kiosks not hotels.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Fiche, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Girum Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ቡና ባንክ - ፍቼ ቅርንጫፍ — 205 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Fiche Bus Station → C-Lale Resort Hotel
💡 Negotiate the price before you start your journey
Debre Zeit Bus Station → Fiche Bus Station
💡 Buy tickets in advance to secure a seat
Bishoftu Bus Station → C-Lale Resort Hotel
💡 Use a reputable taxi service to avoid scams
Fiche Town → C-Lale Resort Hotel
💡 Rent a 4x4 vehicle for off-road access to nearby attractions
About Fiche
Wikipedia ↗Fiche is a town in central Ethiopia. It is the administrative centre of the Northern Shewa Zone in Oromia. It is located about three kilometers from the main Addis Ababa-Debre Marqos road, Fiche has a latitude and longitude of 9°48′N 38°44′E and an elevation between 2,738 and 2,782 metres above sea ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Girum Hotel?
Request a room on the top floor (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard. These are furthest from the main street and any lift noise, and less footfall past the door.
Which rooms should I avoid at Girum Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby and street) and any room directly above the main entrance or facing the main road — Fiche’s main street carries traffic and honking from early morning.
Is Girum Hotel noisy?
Fiche is on the main Addis-Dessie road, so heavy trucks pass through at night. Morning market activity adds human and vehicle noise from around 6am. The lift (if any) may generate low hum on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Girum Hotel?
Best view is from upper-floor rooms at the rear (likely overlooking the town’s edge or nearby hills). Front-facing rooms look onto a busy street and market area.
What are insider tips for staying at Girum Hotel?
1) If arriving by car, ask for a ground-floor room only if you have heavy luggage — otherwise, go top floor for quiet. 2) Check-in early (before 4pm) to secure a rear-facing room, as front-side rooms are often allocated first to walk-ins.
What time is check-in at Girum Hotel?
Check-in at Girum Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Girum Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; typical speed ~5 Mbps, sufficient for email and browsing. No login portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Girum Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Girum Hotel?
Injera with shiro or a simple tibs at a budget eatery: roughly 50-80 birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Girum Hotel?
Blue minibuses (bajaj or little buses) run set routes for about 5-10 birr per ride; from Addis Ababa airport, take a shared minibus to Fiche for around 150-200 birr.
When is the best time to visit Fiche?
October to December: post-rains, clear skies, and cool air (15-22°C), with fewer lorries and full market activity.
Top Attractions in Fiche
💡 Visit early in the morning to avoid the heat and crowds.
💡 Try the local injera bread and traditional coffee at one of the market stalls.
💡 Take a moment to appreciate the ancient gravestones and intricate stone carvings.
💡 Ask a local to show you the hidden frescoes and secret passages.