Your stay — Mame Hotel
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The Property — Mame Hotel
Mame Hotel is a modest, functional 3-star property on Nazret’s main road, with a tidy lobby of polished marble and modest sofas. It suits budget-conscious travellers and transit visitors who need a clean base for exploring Awash National Park or the nearby Rift Valley lakes. The vibe is unpretentious and practical: no frills, but decent value for a night's stopover.
Chronicles of Nazret
Nazret (Adama) was founded in the early 20th century as a railway hub on the Addis Ababa–Djibouti line, growing rapidly after the 1940s. Its architecture blends Italian colonial-era villas with modern concrete blocks and sprawling roadside markets. Today it is a busy commercial centre and the capital of Oromia Region, known for its lively buna (coffee) culture and as a gateway to the Great Rift Valley. The city retains a distinct Oromo identity, seen in local music, dress and the annual Irreecha festival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nazret guide →Best months
November and February: dry, sunny days (25–30°C) and fewer crowds than peak holiday periods.
Peak / festival surge
July (summer rains) sees high domestic travel for school holidays; hotel prices rise 20–30% and rooms fill quickly, especially during the Irreecha festival (September/October) and Ethiopian Christmas (7 January).
Budget shoulder season
April and May offer discounts as rains begin, with fewer tourists and mild temperatures.
Weather & packing
July is the main rainy season – expect heavy afternoon downpours. Pack a waterproof jacket and quick-dry shoes; avoid white trousers.
Live City Briefing — Nazret
- The Adama–Addis Ababa expressway toll increase took effect in March 2025 – expect 250 ETB one-way per car.
- A new pedestrian bridge opened at the Nazret bus station in early 2026, improving safety for foot traffic.
- The city's annual Irreecha festival (usually late September) draws large crowds – book well ahead for accommodation.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mame Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the street). These rooms get less street noise and the courtyard tends to be quieter in the evenings. Higher floors may have more consistent hot water pressure in a 3-star hotel.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms at the back near the service entrance or kitchen — Nazret hotels often have staff areas, generators or boilers there. Also avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or bar as they pick up footfall and conversation noise until late.
Best views
Side rooms overlooking the courtyard or the car park (if it has trees) are the best option. Front street-facing rooms give a view of Nazret's main road which is busy with minibuses and tuk-tuks during the day but dead after 9pm.
Quietest floors
The 2nd floor is the quietest overall — above ground-level noise but low enough to avoid roof-top equipment or tank pump cycling common in 3-star Ethiopian hotels.
🔊 Noise notes
Nazret is a transit town on the Addis-Dire Dawa corridor so street noise from heavy trucks can start before dawn. The hotel’s location on a main road means early morning horns and chatter from nearby stalls. Inside noise: thin doors in a 3-star hotel mean hallway sound carries; request a room away from the stairwell.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, request a rear-facing room with a view of the parking area — those rooms are often cooler in the afternoon. 2. Ask at check-in for a room on the 2nd floor; it's a quick walk up if the lift is slow, and you'll skip the ground-floor breakfast noise.
- 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 — Mame Hotel
Free basic WiFi in lobby and guest rooms; typical speed 5 Mbps download; no login required
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV in lobby tuned to local channels
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available after 10:00 without charge; late check-out until 16:00 costs 500 ETB
Free luggage storage available at reception for same-day drop-off or post-checkout
Step-free access at main entrance via a ramp; lift to all floors; no accessible guest rooms or adapted bathrooms
Free on-site parking for 10 cars; no valet; nearest public car park 2 km away at Nazret Stadium, 50 ETB per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required for booking; 1000 ETB cash or card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Gabriel (344 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: ኡመር መስጅድ (857 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: ቅዱስ ቁርኣን መስጅድ (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Mosque: ቁባእ መስጅድ (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 752 m · ~9 min walk
አማዞን መድኃኒት ቤት — 323 m · ~4 min walk
ጠማማው ፎቅ — 365 m · ~5 min walk
Adama Bus Station — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ethiopian Birr, ETB
Most travellers change money at Dashen Bank or Commercial Bank of Ethiopia branches on the main road; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Cards are rarely accepted outside big hotels; mobile money (M-Pesa-like Telebirr) is used locally but tourists rely on cash.
10-15% at restaurants if service charge not added; small tips for taxi drivers (10-20 Birr); hotel staff appreciate 20-50 Birr for porterage.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of traditional Ethiopian coffee from a roadside kiosk (often with sugar) costs about 10-15 Birr.
A plate of injera with shiro (chickpea stew) or lentils from a local ‘tella bet’ or café costs around 60-80 Birr.
A main dish of kitfo (raw spiced beef) with injera from a standard eatery runs about 100-150 Birr.
The bus station areas and the market near the main roundabout have stalls selling roasted corn, samosas, and spiced chickpeas for 10-30 Birr each.
Nyala Supermarket and Getu Supermarket are common budget chains in the area; they stock basics and local staples.
The open-air market on the highway strip south of the town centre offers second-hand clothing and printed fabrics at negotiable prices.
Blue-and-white minibus taxis cost 5-10 Birr per short ride; from Addis Ababa Bole Airport, take the Addis-Nazret bus from the Meskel Square terminal for about 100 Birr.
Eat at places where locals queue; buy bottled water (1 litre) for about 15 Birr from kiosks, not hotels; haggle politely in markets but not for bread or coffee.
Emergency Contacts
NazretAdama (Nazret) uses national Ethiopian emergency numbers. For police, dial 991. For ambulance, dial 907. For fire, dial 939. These numbers may not always connect instantly in rural areas; having a local contact or visiting Adama General Hospital (near the main bus station) is a good backup.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nazret, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mame Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 752 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · አማዞን መድኃኒት ቤት — 323 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Adama Town (anywhere—Bajaj covers all local streets) → Adama German House (door-to-door)
💡 Don’t pay more than 20 birr for a short hop within town. Confirm the price before hopping in—drivers often overcharge tourists. For the German House, ask them to drop you near the gate on the main road
Bole International Airport (ADD), Addis Ababa → Adama German House, Nazret (Adama)
💡 Book through the hotel directly for the best rate—they’ll send a driver to the arrivals hall with a name board. Negotiate price before leaving, and expect pot-holed roads.
Meskel Square or Bole Bus Station, Addis Ababa → Adama Stadium (walk or tuk-tuk 10 mins to German House)
💡 Look for the minibuses marked ‘Adama’ or with blue licence plates. Sit on the right side for views of the Rift Valley escarpment. It’s cramped but reliable. Don’t accept the first price quoted—some drivers inflate for foreigners, so stick to the station rate.
Addis Ababa Sebeta Station → Adama Station (2 km east of German House—plan tuk-tuk or foot)
💡 Buy your ticket at least an hour early—the train sells out quickly. It’s a scenic ride through the Awash Valley, but delays are common, so don’t rely on it for tight connections. The station in Adama is bare; carry your own water and snacks.
About Nazret
Wikipedia ↗
Adama (Oromo: Adaamaa, Amharic: አዳማ), formerly Nazreth (Amharic: ናዝሬት), is one of the cities of Oromia Region of Ethiopia. Located in the East Shewa Zone 99 km (62 mi) southeast of the capital, Addis Ababa, the city sits between the base of an escarpment to the west, and the Great Rift Valley to the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Mame Hotel?
Request a room on the 2nd floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the street). These rooms get less street noise and the courtyard tends to be quieter in the evenings. Higher floors may have more consistent hot water pressure in a 3-star hotel.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mame Hotel?
Avoid rooms at the back near the service entrance or kitchen — Nazret hotels often have staff areas, generators or boilers there. Also avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or bar as they pick up footfall and conversation noise until late.
Is Mame Hotel noisy?
Nazret is a transit town on the Addis-Dire Dawa corridor so street noise from heavy trucks can start before dawn. The hotel’s location on a main road means early morning horns and chatter from nearby stalls. Inside noise: thin doors in a 3-star hotel mean hallway sound carries; request a room away from the stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Mame Hotel?
Side rooms overlooking the courtyard or the car park (if it has trees) are the best option. Front street-facing rooms give a view of Nazret's main road which is busy with minibuses and tuk-tuks during the day but dead after 9pm.
What are insider tips for staying at Mame Hotel?
1. If you arrive by car, request a rear-facing room with a view of the parking area — those rooms are often cooler in the afternoon. 2. Ask at check-in for a room on the 2nd floor; it's a quick walk up if the lift is slow, and you'll skip the ground-floor breakfast noise.
What time is check-in at Mame Hotel?
Check-in at Mame Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mame Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in lobby and guest rooms; typical speed 5 Mbps download; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mame Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Mame Hotel?
A plate of injera with shiro (chickpea stew) or lentils from a local ‘tella bet’ or café costs around 60-80 Birr.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mame Hotel?
Blue-and-white minibus taxis cost 5-10 Birr per short ride; from Addis Ababa Bole Airport, take the Addis-Nazret bus from the Meskel Square terminal for about 100 Birr.
When is the best time to visit Nazret?
November and February: dry, sunny days (25–30°C) and fewer crowds than peak holiday periods.
Top Attractions in Nazret
💡 Arrive by 8 AM for the freshest produce and to avoid the midday crowds. Keep valuables in front pockets and bargain politely – 20% below asking is standard.
💡 Ask the caretaker to unlock the museum; it’s usually free but a small donation is appreciated. Best visited mid-morning before the heat builds.
💡 Weekdays are emptier; weekends sometimes have students playing music. Bring your own water – no cafe on site.
💡 Bring your own water and snacks – no vendors nearby. Go at sunset for the best light and fewer birds circling your head.
💡 Take a mat and picnic; benches are rare. Strong breeze picks up after 10 AM, so go early. Minibuses from Nazret to Bishoftu cost about 30 birr.