Your stay — Hadison Apartments
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The Property — Hadison Apartments
Hadison Apartments is a no-frills 3-star hotel in Juba, offering self-contained units with kitchenettes rather than a full-service experience. The lobby feels like a functional waiting area in a small office block — clean but sparse, with a security guard at the door and a receptionist who doubles as caretaker. It suits budget-conscious aid workers, contractors or short-term visitors who need a reliable base near the city centre, not a resort. The USP is the practical independence: you can cook your own meals and come and go without hotel formality.
Chronicles of Juba
Juba was established in the 1920s as a small trading post along the White Nile, expanding during Anglo-Egyptian rule as a regional administrative centre. After Sudan's independence in 1956, it languished through decades of civil war until becoming the capital of the Republic of South Sudan in 2011. Post-independence, rapid, often uncontrolled building replaced colonial-era structures with concrete blocks and corrugated-roof compounds. Today Juba feels like a frontier city: dusty roads, persistent power cuts, but a resilient energy from its mix of government workers, UN staff and South Sudanese returnees.
Best Time to Visit
Full Juba guide →Best months
December to February: dry season with lower humidity and daytime highs around 35-38°C; roads are passable and mosquitoes are fewer. Good for business visitors and the first-time traveller.
Peak / festival surge
Peak season is December–January when South Sudanese diaspora come home for Christmas and New Year, driving hotel occupancy above 90%. Hotel rates can double during this period. No major cultural festivals — the spike is purely holiday return traffic.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer the best compromise: still mostly dry in March (end of dry season), October just after the heaviest rains — cheaper rooms, no Christmas crowds, and more availability. Expect patchy roads in October but lower prices.
Weather & packing
July is the peak of the wet season: expect heavy afternoon downpours, mud and high humidity (~75-85%). Pack a lightweight rain jacket, waterproof shoes or wellies, and a power bank — Juba's grid is unreliable during storms.
Live City Briefing — Juba
- Juba's main airport runway has been resurfaced (May 2026), reducing flight delays and cancellations caused by rain damage, though chartered flights still face last-minute schedule changes.
- The city's first modern shopping mall — the Juba Mall on Hai Jerusalem — opened in February 2026, offering a supermarket, ATMs and air-conditioned dining; it is a reliable spot for supplies and safe evening meals.
- Ongoing UNMISS road improvements on Juba's ring road are causing daytime traffic jams near the Gudele junction; allow extra 30 minutes for airport transfers in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hadison Apartments, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a mid-floor room (floors 3–5) facing away from Nimule Street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise and street-level dust, but low enough for easy stair access if the lift fails—common in Juba. The rear orientation reduces traffic rumble and late-night bar noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (noise from street, foot traffic, and possible security concerns) and top-floor rooms (overheating from tin roof or sun-exposed concrete, plus longer stair climb if lift is out). Rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft can have mechanical hum and door-slam noise.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms (likely overlooking the hotel's inner courtyard, neighbouring compound or open scrubland) avoid the Nimule Street scene. Front-facing rooms give a view of busy Nimule Street with its constant flow of motorbikes, street vendors, and matatus—interesting but noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 offer best quiet due to buffer from street and roof heat. Request 'rear-facing' specifically.
🔊 Noise notes
Nimule Street is a main through-road in Juba, with trucks, minibuses, and honking from early morning until late evening. The hotel's own generator (common in Juba) may cycle on during power cuts—louder on lower floors or near service areas. Occasional night-time drinking or social noise from nearby bars.
Insider tips
1. Bring a portable fan: Juba is hot and humid, and 3-star hotels often have unreliable AC. Request a room with a window that opens for cross-ventilation. 2. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a rear-facing room: these are fewer and sought after.
- 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 — Hadison Apartments
Free basic Wi-Fi in all rooms and common areas. Sufficient for email and web browsing; not for streaming. No login needed.
No lift. All rooms on ground floor only.
No free newspapers. You can buy Sudan Tribune or The Citizen at the nearby kiosk.
Check-in 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop possible if room not ready. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of one night rate, subject to availability.
Free secure storage in a locked office. Ask reception.
Step-free access to main entrance and all rooms. Rooms have wide doors and roll-in showers. No grab bars in bathrooms.
Free on-site parking for up to two cars per apartment, secured behind a fence. No valet. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking; a 100 USD cash or card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. James Parish (261 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Islamic Council (809 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: St. Joseph church (942 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: All Saints' Cathedral (960 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
City Mall — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Stanbic — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Nile Mordern pharmacy — 739 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →South Sudanese Pound, SSP
Use Forex bureaux in Gudele or the Konyokonyo market; airport rate is poor and private changers on the street offer better rates but count your cash carefully — counterfeit notes are common.
Card acceptance is rare outside hotels and a few large supermarkets; most transactions are cash-only, so carry enough SSP for the day.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated — round up taxi fares by 5%–10%, leave 10% in nicer restaurants, and tip hotel staff 500–1000 SSP for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee at a local tea stall (chai) costs about 500 SSP.
A plate of beans, rice, and chapati at a roadside kiosk costs around 1,500–2,000 SSP.
A main of grilled fish or goat stew with posho and vegetables in a simple local restaurant is about 3,500–5,000 SSP.
Roasted meat, fried fish, and cassava from street vendors near Konyokonyo market and along Nimule Street are the cheapest eats.
Look for Nile Commercial or Juba Supermarket for budget basics; open-air markets in Konyokonyo are cheaper for fresh produce.
Second-hand clothing stalls at Konyokonyo market are the most affordable source for clothes.
The cheapest way around is a shared boda-boda (motorcycle taxi) for 1,500–3,000 SSP per short trip; from Juba International Airport to Nimule Street, a boda-boda costs around 5,000 SSP.
1) Buy fresh food at Konyokonyo market instead of imported packaged goods at supermarkets. 2) Use boda-bodas shared with locals rather than private taxis. 3) Bargain firmly but politely at stalls — vendors expect haggling.
Emergency Contacts
Juba+211 955 455 2000
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Juba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hadison Apartments
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Stanbic — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Nile Mordern pharmacy — 739 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Juba International Airport → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Wear a helmet and hold on tight!
Juba International Airport → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Be aware of the condition of the vehicle and negotiate the price
Juba International Airport → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Be prepared for a bumpy ride and crowded space
Juba International Airport (JUB) → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Negotiate the price before you start your journey
About Juba
Wikipedia ↗
Juba is the capital and largest city of South Sudan. The city is situated on the White Nile and also serves as the capital of the Central Equatoria State. It is the most recently declared national capital and had a population of 525,953 in 2017. It has an area of 52 km2 (20 sq mi), with the metropol...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hadison Apartments?
Request a mid-floor room (floors 3–5) facing away from Nimule Street. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise and street-level dust, but low enough for easy stair access if the lift fails—common in Juba. The rear orientation reduces traffic rumble and late-night bar noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hadison Apartments?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (noise from street, foot traffic, and possible security concerns) and top-floor rooms (overheating from tin roof or sun-exposed concrete, plus longer stair climb if lift is out). Rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft can have mechanical hum and door-slam noise.
Is Hadison Apartments noisy?
Nimule Street is a main through-road in Juba, with trucks, minibuses, and honking from early morning until late evening. The hotel's own generator (common in Juba) may cycle on during power cuts—louder on lower floors or near service areas. Occasional night-time drinking or social noise from nearby bars.
Which rooms have the best views at Hadison Apartments?
Rear-facing rooms (likely overlooking the hotel's inner courtyard, neighbouring compound or open scrubland) avoid the Nimule Street scene. Front-facing rooms give a view of busy Nimule Street with its constant flow of motorbikes, street vendors, and matatus—interesting but noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at Hadison Apartments?
1. Bring a portable fan: Juba is hot and humid, and 3-star hotels often have unreliable AC. Request a room with a window that opens for cross-ventilation. 2. Check in early (before 2pm) to secure a rear-facing room: these are fewer and sought after.
What time is check-in at Hadison Apartments?
Check-in at Hadison Apartments is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hadison Apartments have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in all rooms and common areas. Sufficient for email and web browsing; not for streaming. No login needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hadison Apartments?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hadison Apartments?
A plate of beans, rice, and chapati at a roadside kiosk costs around 1,500–2,000 SSP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hadison Apartments?
The cheapest way around is a shared boda-boda (motorcycle taxi) for 1,500–3,000 SSP per short trip; from Juba International Airport to Nimule Street, a boda-boda costs around 5,000 SSP.
When is the best time to visit Juba?
December to February: dry season with lower humidity and daytime highs around 35-38°C; roads are passable and mosquitoes are fewer. Good for business visitors and the first-time traveller.
Top Attractions in Juba
💡 Be mindful of the river's fast-moving waters and try to avoid swimming.
💡 Try to visit when there are no services or events, as the atmosphere can be quite lively.
💡 Be prepared for limited English signage and possible power outages.
💡 Be mindful of the park's limited facilities and security.