Where to stay?
Vital offices and many vacationer accommodation amenities are found along the Capital’s main roads though several hotels and lodges are well positioned all over the country that caters for all budgets to the utmost satisfaction of tourists and traveller visiting Ethiopia.
Bale Mountains National Park Accommodation
Bale mountain lodge
Positioned in Bale Mountains National Park of south central Ethiopia, Bale Mountain Lodge boasts 15 double rooms and offers activities in and around the clearing related to the forest flora and fauna. This boutique Forest Wilderness Lodge was opened for business in late Oct 2013. It provides an admirable opportunity for guests to experience unspoiled wilderness including the plateau, forest and valley from the comfort of a modern and welcoming lodge. The incredible habitat supports many endemic species including the 60% of the remaining Ethiopian Wolves and endemic Mountain Nyala only found within the park and Ethiopia. Booking is required in advance as the lodge is often full.
Bishangari Lodge
Sited on the shores of Lake Langano, Bishangari Lodge is surrounded by outstanding beauty, diverse range of wildlife and a huge selection of undamaged biodiversity. Bishangari is an eco-friendly luxury Lodge designed to offer visitors a combination of natural wilderness coupled with a bit of stylish services in locally crafted bungalows and Ethiopian village which is specially built for people who would desire to experience the traditional Ethiopian village.
Goba Wabeshebelle Hotel
It is a government-run hotel that is presently servicing Bale Mountains National Park as it is easy and conveniently located for uncomplicated exploration of Bale, Harenna Forest, Sanette Plateau and the Sof Omar Caves.
Simien Mountains Accommodation
Simien Lodge
Simien Lodge is the highest lodge in Africa at 3260m altitude and currently the only accommodation in the Simien Mountain National Park. It is positioned exactly at the start of the escarpment regularly described as “a single sided Grand Canyon”. The nights are cold despite the solar under floor heating which raises the temperature by a few degrees. With en-suite bathrooms in all rooms, family rooms have double beds in the main room even with two singles in the separate lounge and the main rooms have two extra single beds. Mountain bikes, horses and trekking equipment are available. Simien Mountain National Park is a World Heritage site because of the incredible views and the endemic animals.
Addis Ababa Accommodation
Jupiter International Hotel
The first hotel is located in the heart of the city and the second is close to Bole airport. There are comfortable, professional, clean, and service friendly 142 rooms and suites. There is a wide choice of dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a pleasant bar area. The hotel is first preference for people who have an overnight stay in Addis Ababa as it is well maintained and central positioned.
Radisson Blu Hotel
Only twenty minutes from Bole International Airport, Radisson Blu is a stylish modern hotel with 204 rooms and Suites equipped with separate shower and bath, a mini bar and free high-speed wireless Internet access. It provides an a la carte menu with international buffet, traditional options, 24-hour room service as well as a private gym and the Rainforest Day Spa. Tomoca Café also serves the best coffee in Ethiopia.
Bahir Dar
Abayminch Lodge
The Lodge is one of the most fashionable places to stay in Bahir Dar expediently located in close proximity to the Abay Bridge and set in a large, former coffee plantation where you can leisurely walk in the avocado, pawpaw, coffee and mango trees There are 45 comfortable rooms with en suite facilities and some rooms have Jacuzzis. The restaurant serves good quality international food with continental breakfast available until 10am. Great birders have an opportunity to sight birds just right on your doorstep!
Kuriftu Resort & Spa
Located on Ethiopia’s largest lake shores Tana, Kuriftu Resort offers the best accommodation services in the countryside incorporating the attractive design elements of Ethiopian architecture and décor. 28 comfortable and spacious rooms at hand furnished with traditional-style beds and furniture in individual bungalows facing either the lake or the garden. Regional and international cuisine is served, wine well stocked and there is an outdoor terrace with panoramic sights of the lake. The spa is a real highlight, with massages and treatments included in the accommodation package.
Gondar Accommodation
Goha Hotel
Located on a hilltop with good-looking sight over the town, guests can enjoy sundowners and various raptor species which are regularly seen flying low overhead. 60 rooms and four suites well smarten up and decorated in traditional style provide clean and comfortable accommodation to all visitors in Gondar. Each room has a desk, television, telephone and 24hr room service. The restaurant seats up to 60 guests and there are two large bars as well as handy gift centre selling local craft items.
Mayleko Lodge
Mayleko is a luxury lodge encircled by nature positioned five minutes drive away from Gondar Airport. The lodge is traditionally constructed using domesticated hardwoods, recycled materials, sustainable and local skills with the aim of minimizing their impact on the environment. The ancient castle of Fasiledes, the oldest and most imposing of the 17th century structures found in Gondar is only 15 Km from the lodge. The lodge has 20 spacious bungalows which are stylishly furnished with traditional equipment. The restaurant on a beautiful terrace overlooking the mountain and the swimming pool that offers a refreshing dip.
Axum Accommodation
Sabean International Hotel
Sabean International Hotel is located in the town centre and among the best accommodation options in Axum. The restaurant serves buffet for lunch and dinner and the air-conditioned bar offers a nice respite from the Ethiopian heat. The rooms are serviced with satellite TV and high-speed internet, mini-bars and personal safes.
Lalibela Accommodation
Jerusalem Hotel
Jerusalem family-run hotel is congratulated for its relaxed and good service. The hotel provides Wi-Fi internet access, double, triple and standard single rooms, Ethiopian, international dishes and most of the produce for its kitchen is sourced from local farmers. Cultural evenings are frequently arranged for guests who are interested in local music and dance. Local community initiatives such as the tour guide association, disabled institute and small farmers’ cooperative are supported.
Mountain View Hotel
Founded at the edge of the Lasta Lalibela mountain chains, Mountain View hotel has panoramic sights and simple rooms with private balcony. The restaurant provides both traditional Ethiopian and international cuisine all set by the greatest chef on the land. The rooms are large and set in style of modern art each with their own private balconies and spacious bathrooms.
Tigray Region Accommodation
Gheralta Lodge
Located at Hausien two hours from Mekelle airport in northern Ethiopia, Gheralta Lodge is debatably Ethiopia’s most attractive and impressive hotel providing superb food, first class hospitality and finest accommodation services. In this area, you can visit captivating rock-hewn churches from where there are pretty views. One will take you to the 13th Century Tekla Haymanot Church, where visitors are welcome to participate in religious ceremonies.