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財産 — Savana Hotel
The Savana Hotel is a straightforward 3-star in central Asmara, with clean rooms, a small terrace café, and a location within walking distance of the main boulevard. Its lobby feels functional rather than characterful — tiled floors, a reception desk, a couple of sofas — but it’s dependable and quiet. Best suited to budget-conscious travellers who want a no-nonsense base for exploring the city’s Art Deco streets.
Asmaraの歴史
Asmara was a small village until Italian colonisers made it the capital of Eritrea in 1900, then rebuilt it as a ‘Little Rome’ with bold rationalist and futurist architecture. The 1930s saw cinemas, petrol stations and government buildings in streamlined concrete, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status in 2017. Today it’s a walkable, cafe-filled city with a distinct Italian-Eritrean cafe culture, though the political climate under the ruling party remains tight and independent travel is limited.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Asmara完全ガイド →最高の月
October to November and March to April — dry, clear skies and temperatures in the low 20s °C, with fewer tourists than the summer high season.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
July is peak because of Eritrea’s summer festivals (including Independence Day events in late May to June and the Asmara Flower Festival in July) — expect hotel rates to rise by 30–50% and advance booking essential.
予算肩の季節
May and September offer the best discounts: still mostly dry (though May can be hot), thinner crowds, and hotel prices dropping 15–25% from peak.
天気&パッケージ
Asmara’s high altitude (2,300m) means it’s cool even in summer, with nights dropping to 10–12°C. Pack layers — a light jacket or fleece for evenings — and comfortable walking shoes for the hilly streets.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Asmara
- Asmara’s airport remains the main entry point; check your visa (required for all nationalities) and any security restrictions on photography near government buildings.
- Cash is king — few places accept credit cards; bring enough US dollars or euros to exchange (the nakfa is closed to export/import, so change only what you need).
- Internet is slow and occasionally blocked; don’t rely on it for live booking or navigation.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Savana Hotel, 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 courtyard or side street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach by stairs if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the lift or reception. Street noise from Asmara's main arteries can be noticeable, and ground-floor rooms may also pick up sounds from the lobby and bar area.
Best views
Ask for a room with a side window overlooking the courtyard. The hotel's location in central Asmara means limited views of the city's art deco architecture, but a courtyard room offers more peace.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally the quietest, as they're set back from street level and away from the breakfast area and main entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Asmara is a relatively quiet city, but the hotel is on a central road where occasional taxis, mopeds, and early morning street activity can be heard. Lift machinery may also hum on floors 1–2.
Insider tips
Check in early to secure a courtyard-side room, as they're quieter than the street-facing ones. If you're arriving late, the lift stops after 10pm, so ask for a low floor (2–3) to avoid a climb.
- 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
ホテル施設 — Savana Hotel
Free Wi-Fi in the lobby; paid 4G hotspot rental (100 ERN per day) for in-room internet; login requires a 30-minute voucher from reception.
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary physical copies of Eritrea Profile and the local Asmara Times at reception; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs 50% of the room rate.
Free storage in the lobby luggage room; available after check-out until 20:00.
Step-free access via a side ramp (call ahead); entrance has a small threshold; no wheelchair-accessible toilets; historic building, lift is narrow.
On-site free parking for 8 cars (first-come); nearest public car park is 200 m south on Harnet Avenue (free, unguarded); no EV charging.
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment at booking; at check-in, a 500 ERN cash deposit or card hold for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Church: San Francisco سان فرانسيسكو (519 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: ቅዱስ ጊዮርጊስ ቤተ ክርስቲያን (797 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: ቅዱስ ሚካኤል ቤተ ክርስቲያን (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Saint Michael's Church (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
ኮመሰራታ ሓማሴን — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
ሃገራዊ ቤተ መዘክር متحف إرتريا الوطني — 665 m · ~8 min walk
ባህላዊ ማእከል፣ Cultural Centre — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
Eritrean Development and Investment Bank البنك الإرتري للاستثمار والتنمية — 420 m · ~5 min walk
Pharmacy no.2 — 857 m · ~11 min walk
سوپرمارکت غيروي — 806 m · ~10 min walk
Bus to Massawa حافلة إلى مصوع — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Eritrean Nakfa, ERN
Change cash at authorised banks or hotels; avoid unofficial street changers and the airport, which gives poor rates.
Cards are rarely accepted outside upmarket hotels; carry enough nakfa in cash for daily expenses.
Restaurants: round up or leave 10% if service not included. Taxis: no tip needed, but round up. Hotel staff: small tip (20–50 ERN) for porters.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →A macchiato or spris at a local café costs about 10–15 ERN.
A filling pasta or shiro plate with bread from a local eatery costs about 50–70 ERN.
A main course of zigni or tibs with injera at a simple restaurant runs 70–100 ERN.
Look for small kiosks and stalls around the central market (Medebar area) selling samosas, frittata sandwiches and roasted corn.
The main supermarket chain is Asmara Supermarket on Liberation Avenue; smaller shops are on nearly every block.
For affordable everyday wear, visit the Medebar market or the shops along Harnet Avenue.
Shared green-and-white taxis cost 5–10 ERN per ride. From the airport, take a shared taxi into town for about 20 ERN per person.
Eat where locals queue; drink tap water only if boiled — buy bottled water from any kiosk; haggle gently at markets but not in regular shops.
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 Savana Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Eritrean Development and Investment Bank البنك الإرتري للاستثمار والتنمية — 420 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacy no.2 — 857 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
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.
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at Savana Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard or side street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach by stairs if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Savana Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor near the lift or reception. Street noise from Asmara's main arteries can be noticeable, and ground-floor rooms may also pick up sounds from the lobby and bar area.
Is Savana Hotel noisy?
Asmara is a relatively quiet city, but the hotel is on a central road where occasional taxis, mopeds, and early morning street activity can be heard. Lift machinery may also hum on floors 1–2.
Which rooms have the best views at Savana Hotel?
Ask for a room with a side window overlooking the courtyard. The hotel's location in central Asmara means limited views of the city's art deco architecture, but a courtyard room offers more peace.
What are insider tips for staying at Savana Hotel?
Check in early to secure a courtyard-side room, as they're quieter than the street-facing ones. If you're arriving late, the lift stops after 10pm, so ask for a low floor (2–3) to avoid a climb.
What time is check-in at Savana Hotel?
Check-in at Savana Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Savana Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in the lobby; paid 4G hotspot rental (100 ERN per day) for in-room internet; login requires a 30-minute voucher from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Savana Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Savana Hotel?
A filling pasta or shiro plate with bread from a local eatery costs about 50–70 ERN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Savana Hotel?
Shared green-and-white taxis cost 5–10 ERN per ride. From the airport, take a shared taxi into town for about 20 ERN per person.
When is the best time to visit Asmara?
October to November and March to April — dry, clear skies and temperatures in the low 20s °C, with fewer tourists than the summer high season.
Asmaraのトップ観光スポット
💡 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.