The 26 best bed and breakfasts in Addis Ababa

Big room, with no tv. A basic bathroom. First night, no hot showers and it rained that night. So it was a very cold night. WiFi is available. On the 2nd floor, so walking up the stairs wasn't my cup of tea. I hope mosquito nets are ptovided because there were mosquitoes at night. A good basic breakfast to choose from: opted for Americano coffee and French toast.

I recommend it to those looking for a strategic location in the commercial area of ​​Boli at simple economic costs for comfortable and quiet housing. And a classy owner.

I hate it. I was denied breakfast. Also my fiance didn't get a shuttle to the airport. I see the owner was not treating the workers nicely. The receptionist applied what he told to do from his boss. I do not blame the workers out there when I give less grade for their service.

Great location and personal attention from the owner. Hotel has restaurant attached with some of the best burgers in Addis. In walking distance to the airport and very central location with plenty of bars/restaurants next door. Hands down would recommend to any visiting Ethiopia on a budget.

We stayed for one night. It was clean and had hot water. We were denied breakfast however. The reception desk said breakfast was not included when we inquired in the morning. Left hungry and disappointed, and cheated. It also does not include airport transportation, so if you read somewhere that it does, that’s not true.

Amazing place to stay very close to airport (you can walk there). Clean and comfortable rooms at a ice price. An extremely friendly and helpful host that speaks perfect English; he even let us borrow his cellphone during a day to make a few calls to arrange our trip. Showed us around at night! Nothing else to ask! A perfect stay!

I stayed in August 2018. The manager offered to pick and drop us at the airport . He even waited for more than 2 hours due to a delay in our flight. The hotel is very clean and has friendly staff even though they couldn't speak English very well. They made sure we are attended to always. Good internet connection and perfect location.

Oh its gorgeous hotel I have been to and it has nice rooms,good service and friendly stuffs ,it has restaurant you can order food and there is kitchen you can cook your own food.

It was à good place to live and stuffs were so kind and helpful,So friendly stuffs

Very excellent iam hapy

Great team with great amenities. Definitely recommend staying here if you are looking for a cosy place to stay in Addis.

Ethiopians are hospitable

Great Guesthouse 👍

Receptionist is nowhere to be found. Room is clean, the mattress is too soft, and the showers have good pressure. Skip the breakfast, apart from that a good stay for the budget.

Abat guest house is top notch when it comes to customer service. Its on the main road right in front of bole airport and its the perfect place to stay long term. I will definitely be back in a heart beat.

Abat is a very nice place and has tremendous hospitality. The rooms are big, clean and tidy all the time. Staff are very kind and treated me well. I felt like home. Cheers goes to my favorite receptionist Elisabeth as she is one of the kind.

It's a beautiful hotel if you're not fussed about the size. Great value for money, the rooms are clean, service is superb and the location is excellent. Less than a 30 minute walk from Bole Airport. Overall it's 5/5 for me.

I had a pair of overnights on my way to and from Mount Kilimanjaro. The property is located a short drive from the airport. Rooms are good sized and clean. Fair price. The egg and cheese croissant for breakfast was surprisingly good.

Abat guest Motel of Addis Ababa, An exquisite place to be, supper affordable. Great location, right in the heart of capital. Two minutes drive, from Bole International Airport. My stay in Abat Motel, was excellent ! Staff was so friendly, hotel was clean. They kept my room stocked with fresh water bottles. I drink a lot of water/coffee, so loved the fact that they have a water every-time they do room service clean. so my water bottle are always there. Great experience!

The guest house is an excellent choice for a stay. The room was immaculate, safe,peaceful, and conveniently located near the airport. The staffs are very kind and professional, and with an amazing hospitality . If you decided to stay...trust me you won't regret.

As a tour guide, I had guest to show Addis Ababa to collect from Kefetew Guest House. Tried to find the location in Google Map. I reached the area but it took me a while to find the specific place, being very close to it, because there was NO SIGN. My guest who stayed at the guest house enjoyed the service and the rooms so much

If you look for accomodation in Addis, just save time and don't look further - this is THE place. Genet is a wonderful host, her house is lovely and overall, it's just a beautiful experience.

They say it is a guest house but actually it is like hell for guests the interior looks bad , even the service they are late it took me 10 min to drink the juice i have ordered 🤮🤮

Smart hotel It is a very clean and beautiful hotel, the bed is pleasant and the food is all good

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I know the hotel for its top service & convenience. A superb place to stay.

It's good

Betsi Bed and Breakfast is one floor hotel in the 3rd floor of a clinic. The location is central, opposite to the National museum but the museum is under construction as the road in front of the hotel thus no lights on the streets which makes it scary to walk there if it’s dark. The breakfast was poor and the room though very spacious it was very noisy as there is a very busy neighborhood exactly next to it. The clean lady was friendly and always around.

Good experience! Clean rooms, very nice staff, good location (but under construction). Good value of money. Recommend!

Stayed for multiple days and had a great experience! Definitely recommend this bed and breakfast. The rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable. The staff is amazing. Biruk picked me up from the airport and we made a little detour to show me around the area, telling stories about Addis. All the time he was available for questions and more info. Also the area is great, many bars and restaurants close by.

Great accommodation in the center of Addis! Ask for a quiet room because two bars/restaurants will bother you otherwise, with their non-stop blasting music. This is beyond the control of the B&B manager, who tried to make them stop more than once. But please notice that this is literally the only downside of this accommodation! Other than that, at Betsi B&B you will find impeccable service, kindness, availability and spotless rooms! I forgot to take pics in the room, but the ones you see online perfectly portray what will expect you. Beware that there is no clear sign on the side of the building or on the street, just look for the white building with a dark red line on top: you will see the sign for the "Christmas International brain and spine center", which is located on the ground floor of the same building, while the B&B is on the 3rd floor.

Great location. Opposite National Museum. Modern building. 3rd floor of the building. Run by 2 helpful young Ethiopians with good English

Great location and very clean and spacious rooms. Good value for money when in Addis!

Best place to stay, if one wants to visit the museums of Addis Ababa on foot.

Super sweet guest house, very clean and everything works. The staff is super friendly and uncomplicated. Best guest ive ever been in👏👏👏 5 stars in any aspects well deserved 💪 definitely coming back here 🤩❤️

I stayed for 20 days and average review is 3. sometimes 4. I like the room and cleanliness of the hotel. Good price and room is clean, breakfast is provided. However, if I mention some miner faults here, WIFI is currently not stable in some rooms; good in some rooms and weak in some rooms; but according to the manager he will improve WIFI soon. Hot water supply fluctuates; but again the manage is planning to fix the problem soon. I faced lack of electricity problems for a few days but this problem was completely solved thanks to the manager’s effort; now no problem regarding electricity. The manager is a person who makes lots of effort to meet customers requests and I saw improvements. I will come back to stay here in 2 months as I know I can see improvement and if so I will edit my review to 4/5.

I stayed at the Vaomos guest house on December 12th before my departure from Adis Ababa. This place is relatively new and in very good condition. Modern design and very clean. It is located in a neighbourhood that is being reconstructed. The bathrooms are very clean and plenty of hot water. Wifi available. The breakfast is standard fare - eggs, toast coffee and tea - served in a cute little dining area. The staff are very helpful and kind. They allowed late check out so that I could tour the city before my afternoon flight. The price is surprisingly reasonable. I recommend this place.

Stayed on the guest house located in Lideta. My room didn’t have water for two days in row. I don’t know how they expect guests to take shower or flush sink or even wash face. Find some other place. Not good for the price you they put out.

Rooms are a good size but need a little bit of maintenance. Receiving our food for breakfast was slow. Overall it was a nice place to stay and I would return.

It is 30.00 us$ per night. People are nice. The free breakfast needs some work. I think it was the cooks first day with no training.

Probably the best place to stay in Addis. I was very happy in my days in Vamos, a prime base to explore Addis Abeba, a city that I liked also, perhaps because I stayed in such a nice guesthouse. Vamos is full of good vibes. Everybody is nice and pleasant. Staff is professional and efficient, and as I said, always smiley and friendly. The manager is a honest fellow who will help the guests, provide information, solve any problem. Actually we really went out of his way to provide me help, in circumstances which do not need to be told here. The location is outstanding, one of the the best things here. If you like to walk you can just go to the main spots in the center, it will be around 2-3 km. Otherwise, you have two MRT stations at less than 500 meters. How convenient is this!? And although there is no restaurant in Vamos, there is one next door with a good variety of food and drinks. The surroundings are great, lots of local shops and a friendly atmosphere. The rooms are nice, there is good hot water and the best Internet I had in 20 days in Ethiopia. Breakfast was good, simple but tasty and prepared with love every morning. Nights were quiet and I slept well. Honestly, this is the place to stay in the city and I dare to say, the cost-quality ratio is just unbeatable. I loved it and wanted to stay there in my last night in Ethiopia but fortunately (for them, therefore for me, because they are lovely) they were fully booked.

My family and I stayed in the family suite at Victoria Guest House in Addis Ababa for one week during our recent trip to Ethiopia. I’ve stayed in many hotels in the Bole area, but after lots of careful research, I chose this one in a different part of the city - and I’m so glad I did. We had a fantastic stay, and I couldn’t recommend this hotel more, especially for travellers with small children! Highlights of the Hotel: - The building is secure, and you’re warmly welcomed by the friendly reception staff. - There’s an elevator, which is especially handy when travelling with suitcases and kids. - The family suite is spacious, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, and a kitchen—plenty of room for my daughter to play. - The suite is well-equipped with basic cooking gear, a washing machine, and a drying rack—super helpful if you like to prepare your own meals or do laundry during your stay. - The rooms are clean and well maintained, and the cleaning staff were wonderful. - We loved the addition of real plants in the suite—it added a warm and homey touch. - The WiFi connection was strong, there was always hot water for showers, and we didn’t experience any power outages. - There’s a free, well-stocked gym on the 7th floor, and the breakfast menu offered great variety. Breakfast was included in our booking, which was a huge plus. - The staff—from the front door to management and restaurant personnel—were kind, service-oriented, and always willing to help. If I had to point out a few areas for improvement, they would be: - The bathrooms could benefit from minor maintenance to prevent water from leaking during showers and to secure some door handles. - It would be great to have a few more cooking utensils for guests staying longer-term. We had what we needed for a week, but an extended stay might require more. Highlights of the Location: -The hotel is located in Sarbet, near several embassies, the Addis Ababa Golf Club, and the International Community School of Addis Ababa. - It’s close to two malls: Lafto Mall, which has restaurants, shops, a gym, a spa, and a fantastic indoor play area for kids called Tiny Town, and Adams Pavilion, which offers a range of shops and a café. - Fantu Supermarket is within walking distance for groceries and essentials. - There’s a lovely ice cream shop, a café next door with great food and coffee, and a pizzeria across the street that even has a coloring station for little ones. - There are also plenty of banks on the hotel’s street, and parking is available on-site. Thank you for a wonderful stay. This will be our go-to hotel in Addis Ababa from now on!

Had my parents stay here when they were visiting. Nice rooms. Great location. Not too noisy considering it’s a busy area. The owner was very kind... my parents (usually the 5-star hotel type) were very happy with their stay here.

Being away from Addis for over twenty years, going back was quite an experience. One of the best time I had was at Victoria Guest House. All the staff were so welcoming and professional. The place is at a proximal distance of AU and the airport. The guest house is so neat, room service is available 24/7, close to many shopping areas, the wi-fi in our room was excellent, in general it's a place anybody can feel comfortable to stay.

Beware! If you're going on the cold season please maybe sure your room has hot water No hot water for 2 nights of my 3 night stay. Reception sent someone up twice and they managed to get lukewarm water running. By the time I was ready to take a shower, the water was freezing cold again. In spite of this, reception refused to change my room. The room was finally changed after much heated discussion and phone calls to some senior executive.

It was wonderful! The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the rooms are so big. The bed was comfortable, and it everything was super clean. I highly recommend!

Very cordial service, superbly clean, spacious rooms, and situated at a proximal distance to the AU headquarters.

Amazing place clean very well located close to the city. I had wonderful time at momokacha Cafe

Tucked away behind the Gotera intersection this guest house is a hidden gem. Actually there are 2 locations close to each other and both are equally charming. The location closest to the garage on the main road at the top of the lane is older and more basic but clean, well maintained and with hot water. For a budget guest house it has to be the best deal in Addis Ababa. The 2nd, newer location is a little further down the lane, quieter and more up market. The rooms are spacious with wood used throughout, fitted with fridge and sink unit to make a homely and liveable feel. The service at both locations is very good. Both locations have pleasant smoking areas. It may be a good idea to call and book as it seems quite popular which is no surprise given the value for money. Gotera as a location may seem a little out of the way but it is easy and quick to get to Bole Rd and the local area has lots of old style shops and restaurants etc. Fully recommended.

Rooms are kept clean (cleaned everyday if requested). Food/laundry service is provided per request (additional cost). I stayed for over 2+ months. I saw different things but considered Choice to be a good deal. It's fairly cheap and in a good location.

The surrounding area is full of shops and food and plenty of amazing people, but the Choice Guest House truly delivers a comfortable affordable place to stay that is secluded amongst all the bustle. The staff in my book (I have pretty high standards) are very good at making you feel comfortable with whatever you need AND there is no question that they enjoy their job. If you have a chance to stay, you will not be disappointed.

This horrible place I'll give them 0 🌟 cheap service do not trust online reservations it's fake i mean it's not real price they will charge you over there is a lot of mosquitoes 🦟 inside a room they're tvs didn't work 📺 thanks for cheap service

The place is beautiful and comfortable and the dealings are nice and excellent from all the staff and management

I find it very comfortable and calm

Clean place, hot shower and very kind service!

Excellent cleanliness, big rooms, nice bathroom, great value at the 35 USD price in that area. Bed was too soft for me, but that is a personal preference. Breakfast was great too - a choice from 5 good options, with amazing machine coffee and handmade papaya juice.

Although it is my first day in this great Guest House, but I do like it so much. It is Clean, relaxing, and the staff are so kind and you will feel their hospitality from the first moment. I do recommend this Guest House so much and definitely will stay in it every time I come to Addis.

Like the place. Not the best location in town but good value. Breakfast is nice. Staff is very welcoming and helpful. They keep the place very clean. During the day the area is okay but after sunset it feels less inviting to walk around. A place closer to the main road could be a more convenient option if you like to be out after 22pm.

Our stay was good, quiet, and comfortable but the location could be better. Nice bed and pillows. Front desk ladies speak enough English for basic information but can’t understand many usual questions. The restaurant is nothing special.

Damn, Toronto Addis is THE BEST guest house in Addis. It is very neat. I will go there if I come to Addis anytime. Their service is so good. And THANK YOU TORONTO ADDIS, for helping me have a great time in Ethiopia.

Comfy and warm , that is how we felt, my wife and when we were there in Nov. 2011. Miss Tegest, the owner, was kind and hospitable along with amazing staff. Count on me to go back to Tornto guest house.

I stayed one night early 2020,friendly staff, good clean room, the only thing negative is the breakfast, just not enough! Otherwise a very good hotel for the price.

A Safe, Spotless Haven in the Heart of the City I recently stayed at this guesthouse for several weeks and cannot recommend it enough! From the moment I arrived, I felt completely at ease thanks to its safe environment and immaculate cleanliness. The guesthouse truly has everything you need for a comfortable stay – I never found myself lacking a single amenity. What sets this place apart is its tranquil inner courtyard, a serene oasis that invites you to unwind. Despite its central location in the bustling city, the courtyard adds a charming, peaceful vibe that makes you forget the urban hustle just steps away. It’s the perfect spot to relax with a book or enjoy a morning coffee. The staff here are exceptional. Everyone, from the front desk to housekeeping, is friendly, attentive, and genuinely eager to help. A special shout-out to Haile, who went above and beyond with his local tips and warm hospitality. His recommendations for hidden gems in the city were spot-on and made my stay even more memorable. Overall, this guesthouse strikes the perfect balance between convenience, comfort, and charm. Thank you to the entire team for such a pleasant experience – I’ll absolutely be back on my next visit to the city. If you’re looking for a home away from home, look no further!

Very nice, comfortable, safe and clean Guesthouse to stay in Addis Ababa. Rooms are nice and clean, the area (sholla) feels safe, and Hailie at the reception has the best reccomandations and advices for the city. The staff is very nice and offers free tea and coffee and also breakfat. Really loved my stay at Wib Guesthouse.

Without any doubt, the place to stay in Addis Ababa. It's a guesthouse, so don't expect luxury, but expect cleanliness, a good bed and toilet and amazing service, also a good price. Haile, the owner, is a great man that will help you with everything you may need, he's good English and is very knowledgeable about many things, and the most important thing, very honest. The workers are also very nice and servicing. You get free coffee or tea anytime. Very recommended.

Absolutely amazing experience! Haile was an exceptional host—warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. He and the two young men working with him went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, and their hospitality truly exceeded expectations. The rooms were spotless and comfortable, and even when I needed help beyond typical hotel services, they were more than willing to assist. Haile’s insight into traveling in Ethiopia was invaluable. He guided me on which areas were safe, recommended great local restaurants that were both delicious and affordable, and shared rich, meaningful insights into the everyday lives of the local people. I learned so much about the country’s economic conditions and history through our conversations. The neighborhood was friendly, welcoming, and felt very safe. Overall, this was not just a stay—it was a deeply enriching experience. I can’t recommend it enough!

Great host, most professional we've had in our two weeks in Ethiopia! Airport pick-ups and drop offs help to facilitate a smooth experience. Rooms are decent, including a desk and a nice en-suite bathrooms with hot water.

Haile and his team are amazing and extremely attentive and sweet. I really enjoyed my stay at Wib Guesthouse! It is very comfortable and clean with a nice courtyard, and I loved the extra (and thoughtful) services like pickup and dropoff to your next location. 🌟

・The pick-up time is not kept, （So I had to call from the airport. After the phone call, I was made to wait outside in the middle of the night for about 20 minutes. it was cold ・the room lock is broken, （He was fixing the screw on the door of his room with a screwdriver, but it was broken again the next day.） ・The entrance door is translucent glass. When the lights are turned on, people outside can see what's going on inside. ・The window curtains are small and full of gaps, so you can easily see inside the room from the outside. I can't relax. ・2 of the 3 lights in the bathroom are broken, dark and smelly ・there are various kinds of insects, spiders, etc. ・No one at the front desk after 22:00 (probably earlier) ・ No security box ・Even if there are several staff members, only the host knows where hair dryers are located. The host is not on the premises. Even if you want to borrow a hair dryer, you have to wait for the staff to call the host and wait for him to bring the hair dryer by car.

I recently stayed at this guest house with my family, planning for a 3-week stay and booking two rooms. However, we ended up leaving on the second day due to several issues. The hotel has no elevator, which made it challenging with all our luggage, and it’s far from the city center, making it inconvenient, especially at such a high price. The rooms were big but also disappointing – they were not clean, with dirty floors and beds, broken bathrooms, and very basic, worn-out furniture. The only positive aspect was the staff, who were genuinely nice and kind. However, given the poor conditions and inconvenient location, we decided to cut our stay short.

Good location, few parking place, no elivatorn. Price is relatively expensive

Very bad service received at this hotel. The staff were unprofessional, rooms had so much dust I started sneezing right away and there were so much termites I had the leave the next day. Spoke to the manager about a complaint and he was so rude.

The owner is so disrespectful he don’t even consider his customers perspective. He hangs up phone and greedy. The room with the steam is 200 birr more but it’s broken and doesn’t work. He threatens his employees to take her salary even though i the customer tried to explain! I will never come back here or recommend anyone!

No internet connection the room is dirty and the service is very poor. What they said and the reality is totally different. Never recommend to anyone.

The service is not that great, the room is not attractive as we saw on pictures, and they are neglected. The food price is not comparable to the quality of served.

It is quite good nice little hotel,the receptionist speak and umderstand english well.

Myself and my dad stayed here on two occasions while travelling in Ethiopia. Both were pleasant stays. It's a clean, good value for money no frills place. The staff are nice and helpful. The location is good for accessing the city via public transport & the ride to and from the airport was very convenient. Recommended.

The owner is very friendly and kind. He helped us a lot with details, figuring out the taxi, restaurant recommendations and good talks. The staff is sweet and amazing. Room is comfortable. The coffee is a bliss and good hot water. Location is also very good.

The owner of the guesthouse is very kind, welcoming and well informed about all there is to do in Addis. I felt taken care of by Abe and the rest of the staff. The rooms are very clean and comfortable, there is a courtyard where you can relax outdoors and sip your complementary morning coffee or tea. The wifi is fast! Enjoy!

Very clean and spacious room for a single occupant. The owner and Manager is so helpful as well as his boys. They provided all my needs everyday like my foods. The manager himself was the one driving me in going to have my PCR test. So amazing welcome they have given me during my stay on the month of October of this year 2021.

I love this guest house. Abe and his colleagues are so friendly. I passed Addis 4 times and I always chose this guest house. We had a really enjoyable time together and they do helped me a lot when I was traveling in Ethiopia. When I am back to Ethiopia, I will definitely come back there.

A simple and basic guest house with one of the best managers I've ever met. It needs some improvement (the shower room Abe) but for value for money and service couldn't fault it. If you need somewhere to stay with a manager to help you get places, see things, know things then just speak to Abe.

Free pickup from the airport. Very friendly staff and safe environment. Also, reliable Wi-Fi. They even cooked some leftovers I had from a takeaway. A word of caution: (1) It's a small compound area so you may hear outside conversations. (2) The front doors are locked after 10:30 pm, so people enjoying Addis Ababa's nightlife need to get in before midnight or have a mobile phone to alert someone inside to unlock door.

Avoid this place at all costs. Worst "hotel" I've ever been to. I booked on Agoda. I got there at around 9PM and the guys at the front had no idea about my booking. They asked me for $60 even though i had already paid on agoda (I didn't pay them). They took me up to the room and the staff was still scrambling about setting it up. The room wreeked of cigarettes. It was swarming with mosquitoes. Very noisy place in very run down neighbourhood. The bed was extremely uncomfortable. The toilet was filthy. They had left what seemed to be a used towel in there for me to use. I ended up booking another hotel because of how much of a nightmare this place was. They refused to refund me the money.

Really clean, really friendly, lovely rooms and good food. It's a gem and a life saver especially if you've been slumming it in budget accommo in other places. It's an oasis in the city and the staff are amazing, the showers work and the rooms are so well furnished and decorated. Communal chill area makes it really feel homely. Would absolutely recommend :)

Beautiful Design, Disappointing Service The hotel has a gorgeous rustic and vintage design — exactly my style — but the service was very disappointing. The shower didn’t work, and in the morning, all the staff were asleep. We had to wake them up ourselves. The night before, we were told there would be several breakfast options, but in the morning, they said only one or two were available — and not what we were expecting. The manager later admitted it was supposed to be included, but by then, we had no time left. When we asked to speak to the owner, the manager said we could, but “she won’t do anything.” Beautiful place, but very poorly managed. It was not worth it!!

A group of us were passing thru Addis Ababa to catch a flight early the next morning. This clean guesthouse was able to accommodate all 15 of us comfortably overnight. The rooms were spacious and clean. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. This guest house is conveniently located close to the airport.

Perfect gateway hotel in Addis. We enjoyed our stay. Amazing accommodation with great city view, close to the airport, delicious food and outstanding service. Will definitely stay here again.

Warm welcomes, clean rooms and a bang-up breakfast in the morning is what to expect. It is somewhat remote from some of the more traveller oriented locales in Addis, but the ladies are more than helpful when it comes to making travel arrangements.

It’s not safe, Honestly I don’t recommend it, on 18/05/2023, our stuff have been stolen from the rooms (3-6)and the empty bags was found in different room (5). When we complained to police the owner and her friends tried to terrify us and they were like an organised gang.

The rooms were great and fairly priced. My friends and I loved the spacious living room. Overall Friendly stuff. We had a good complimentary breakfast as well. The quiet atmosphere at night was refreshing as opposed to hotels you find near BOLE.

They can't control the location, which isn't good. It's walkable to almost nothing - dangerous traffic, torn up shoulders/sidewalks, and our local friends told us there were many pickpockets and other thieves in the area. On the up side, the room (actually a sizeable apartment) was VERY large, with two bathrooms and a functional kitchen. It was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very prompt and always included a lot of fresh bread. Limited menu but you can get by with what's offered. The staff was very friendly and attentive. WiFi was a little weak and didn't cover our entire room. I feel like the Yilma or the Ethiopia Guest House are both a little better for the money, but it's been a long time since I visited either of them. If you can help it, don't stay in the Sheraton or Hilton - you won't see the real Addis Ababa from there!

Far from city centre, not much to see if you walk around - but the staff was very good and the room was always clean as most of my clients staying there. There are Ladas (cheaper) private cabs around if you want to dribe ti city center/museums, etc and bargaining is the rule of the game with taxis

Perfect place for a family, it's spacious and very clean. Its a home away from home. The stuff and manager are great very polite and professional. I will definitely go back with my family again.

Old rooms and no hot water. Very dangerous location, the furnitures are old and most of the things are not functional. The manager dont have the right to decide without talking to the owner. Its a local guesthouse .No hospitality manner.

The best most homely experience ever. The last time I went was 31 years ago and staying at Solmile was a beautiful way to return.

Very clean guest house, very large space and excellent management, Solomon, mitst, missi and Tsegy, I will miss all. Haji Seattle

Affordable price. No wifi. TV is very small and doesn’t work usually. They rent the place only for 2 hours on weekends and you are not allowed to book a room for the whole night before 6PM (12:00 local time in the evening). It is against all the laws of hotel management. It is very inhospitable to deny overnight booking till 6 PM. Imagine check out time is 11 AM.

Good Room but they don’t have good meal on their menu

The rooms are clean, comfortable and with fair price. The service is very good. It also have good parking.

I personally liked the view and the service they provided and its totally worthwhile

Good hotel,Reasonable price

Cool place to chill

Unfinished service

Great experience The people working in the hotel are good and especially the receptionist in the morning period, their prices are reasonable for the quality of the package

Good location and reasonable price. I've stayed in this hotel twice with no com.It's also conveniently located near a lot of restaurants and small shops. I just recommend using your own portable wifi device because the connection at their establishment isn't always the strongest

Best location, clean rooms, fair price and friendly staffs.

A decent place for the price. The place is quite central

The Map and the real location of Merry Guest House are not match, please take care.

Very clean rooms, affordable prices and good services.

Nice place to stay

I had a very pleasant stay here and i was welcomed with so much love. I had come with family and had a memorable stay. The owner was kind enough to help us get around the city and the rooms were very clean and exceeded our expectations . We highly recommend this place.

I had a great stay here! The price was very reasonable and the service was more than perfect! The rooms were very spacious and very clean! I will be coming back with my family again! I am very pleased.

I and my husband had a wonderful stay here. The staff were very friendly and the space was vey clean! We were provided with everything we asked for and more! I would highly recommend This place especially for families!

The owner is horrible. We paid for a month so that my parents would stay after we left. We stayed there for 2 weeks and got back to the U.S. He forced my parents to vacate the place as soon as we left, 2 weeks before due date. He took advantage of elderly people. What a looser! The owner is greedy, rude and a thief.

Nice location. Penthouse has a nice view. Service was excellent. Minor improvements may be needed. The bedroom that we stayed didn't have a lock. I wish they had personal items safe. There are a couple of times where we didn't have light but overall good place to stay. You can't go wrong with the location.

We stayed there for 28 days…. Its reallly the best apartment ever… the receptionists were amazing and very respectful 🥹💕… even house keeping is daily with hight quality

I Love Rankset Apt. It is very clean, Big room and Best customer service...

Excellent service,clean room.The guest house is in a residential neighborhood.enjoyable experience overall

Excellent customer service

Nice customer service, clean and adorable. Highly recommended

I love the customer service and very good rooms

I like the place very much. I recommend!!!

Very clean, safe place to stay

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"We stayed at this guest house for about three weeks, and the service has been very poor. There is no sense of hospitality, and the administration is extremely arrogant. A slightly damaged sheet resulted in a request for $100, which feels unreasonable. It seems like they are trying to take money from guests in any way possible. We've also checked with locals in the village, and they agree that the administration here is known for being bad."

We stayed at GT Guest House for two weeks on a homeland visit - it was AMAZING!!! They took ALL the stress out of travel! They are truly a one stop guest house. We used their van and driver(Kedros - he’s amazing ) for all our day trips, airport pickups and drop offs; it was reasonably priced and the driver is fantastic! We used their laundry service; it,too, was reasonably priced and they did an excellent job! When we travelled south for a week they let us leave some of our luggage behind and helped make lodging arrangements for us - all free of charge! The accommodations are first rate, especially for large families. We had a 3 bedroom 3 bath apartment and it was perfect - very clean and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast is unmatched! A five course meal with a menu that changes every day…our kids absolutely loved it!! The afternoons we happened to be around the apartment - they always brought up a snack from French fries to popcorn- both ‘the best ever’ according to our kids! The compound itself is safe and spacious. Our children enjoyed the chickens, cat and the basketball hoop! Tegist, who runs the front office, is an amazing lady - ALWAYS in tune with the family and at the right place at the right time with the right solution- every time! Our kids absolutely loved her and so did we! We still miss her! Bottom line, we recommend GT Guest House without reservation!! P.S. They also did a nice job with their COVID protocol!

Our family stayed at the GT guest House for a week during our first trip back to Ethiopia in 10 years, and it was wonderful. Lee and her staff are incredibly helpful and friendly. They kept us stocked with bottled water, pop, and beer, and also served coffee when we had a big group of family members over for dinner. They helped us order dinner from nearby restaurants when we didn’t feel like going out. They were so friendly and welcoming that we felt like we were staying with old friends. The breakfasts are included, and all I can say is WOW. Amazing quality and selection, and brought to your suite. The food was freshly prepared and so delicious! Crepes, pancakes, French toast, eggs, and fruit salad were some of the breakfast items. They even used teff to make gluten free options for my husband who’s allergic to gluten. Each day some local breakfast food item was included, and it was fun to try something different along with food we were used to. And of course - the coffee! Amazing. We stayed in the 3 bedroom suite which was very clean, comfortable, and had more than enough room for our family and visitors. The beds were comfortable with plenty of warm bedding for the cool rainy season. The showers have shower curtains and reliable hot water (not something I found during our past visit elsewhere in Addis). If the power happens to go out, they also have a generator. The WiFi is reliable, but not super fast - I don’t think you’d be able to stream movies etc., although we didn’t try. The kitchen had a stove, sink, good sized fridge, microwave and tea kettle, so we had everything we needed to cook at home. The location is a couple of blocks from a light rail stop, shops, and restaurants so you don’t need to rely on a car. It’s near the center of the city so it’s easy access to all other neighborhoods and the airport. The guest house has stairs and no elevator but Lee’s staff carried our luggage to and from our 2nd floor room when we arrived and left, which made for easy check in and out. FYI, an elevated roadway is being constructed next to the guest house so there may be construction noise in the near future. Check with Lee if you have questions. I highly recommend staying at this guest house. We will definitely be back!

Lee is a very welcoming and knowledgable host. I can't recommend this place enough. I booked a single room and was upgraded to a double room with private bath for no additional cost. The free airport pick-up and drop-off are a nice plus! Thanks, Lee, for making my short stay in Addis very sweet.

We stayed here for a week in June, visiting our children's birth family. We rented the whole 3rd floor, which fit our 6 people well. It was within walking distance of some local shopping and restaurants. Our host for the week, Tigist, was great. She speaks English, and was always available for any requests, such as wanting tea in the evening, and some popcorn. Breakfast was delicious, and if we particularly liked something, we could request that again. Tigist even helped me get a hair braiding appointment for my daughter, and the hair salon was only about a 5-8 minute walk from the home. The staff did a great job keeping everything cleaned. They did not speak English, so unfortunately I was unable to get to know them and thank them for their hard work. We would stay again.

I cannot imagine a better place to stay than GT Guest House. I stayed here for 2 nights with my husband and 12-year-old daughter. Our "family apartment" was an entire huge floor with a full equipped kitchen, living/dining room, two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, wifi, and balcony. The breakfast was brought to us in our dining room and it was incredible: multiple kinds of fresh fruit, crepes or French toast, coffee, tea, milk, eggs, fried potato patties or stir-fried potatoes, and each day a different kind of Ethiopian breakfast food. Everything was beautifully seasoned and well cooked. But I think what made this place stand out most was the staff. Lee and TG treated us like friends visiting from out of town. They brought my daughter homemade french fries and offered to go pick up Indian food for her when she was craving it. Lee booked taxis for us, gave us great recommendations of places to go, checked in on us when we were out, made us restaurant reservations, and booked us outings with an excellent and kind and fun driver, Abreham. GT also offers free airport transfers. This is one of the best places I have ever slept at and I would never consider staying anywhere else in Addis Ababa. አመሰግናለሁ!

Management and staff are extremely friendly and caring. “Master bedrooms“ large and well furnished. For each 3 rooms or so, there is one kitchen appropriately equipped. Supply with water, electricity and internet as good as it is provided from the external.service providers. Great place to stay

This is a place from hell. I stayed thier for about 5 days and never seen evilness from any of the 7 or 8 guest hoses or hotels i stayed. They even told me that they open customer lugages and search just like airport security when a customer goes out and wsnted to do the same when i checked out when a big trouble started. This place is evil becarfull my people!!!

Lovely stay. Very comfortable options of apartments available. Friendly staff. Neat and clean.

Good services and staff. Only needs to up the Wi-Fi speed.

(Translated by Google) In this hotel, you feel like you are at home. Excellent service, clean rooms, and a very, very normal price (Original) تحس في الفندق ده انك في بيتك خدمه ممتازة ونظافه غرف وسعر عادي جدا جدا

(Translated by Google) bad (Original) سيئ

The receptionist is very unwelcoming. I was so disappointed I left the place without even visiting the rooms. I may have been in a low mood that I decided to leave immediately but still the receptionist was judgmental and had a huge ego. Sorry to say this but the receptionist should be trained how to handle customers.