Ghion Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Addis Ababa resort with 3 restaurants and spa

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Located just 4 mi (6.5 km) from the airport, Ghion Hotel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa, and Bridge Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool, and a nightclub. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Stadium Station is 4 minutes and St. Estifanos Station is 7 minutes.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Health club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The current price is $38
$45 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View (Medium)

A neatly made bed with a white and maroon bedspread, two wooden nightstands, and a wooden wardrobe.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View (Medium)

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room (Type A)

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two nightstands with lamps and a phone, and a patterned wallpaper on the headboard.

Single Room (Type A)

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, a bedside table with a phone, and a chair.

Deluxe King Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ras Desta Damtew Avenue, Addis Ababa, 1643

What's nearby

  • Meskel Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • “Red Terror” Martyrs' Memorial Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Addis Ababa Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Africa Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • ECA Conference Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Bole Intl. Airport (ADD) - 22 min drive
  • Stadium Station - 4 min walk
  • St. Estifanos Station - 7 min walk
  • Leghar Station - 10 min walk
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Marcus Addis Restaurant & Sky Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tomoca Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Intercontinental Hotel - Rooftop Pool & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaldis by Flamingo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Castelli - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Ghion Hotel

  • Located just 4 mi (6.5 km) from the airport, Ghion Hotel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa, and Bridge Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool, and a nightclub. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Stadium Station is 4 minutes and St. Estifanos Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 195 units
    • Arranged over 32 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 10:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 5:30 AM–10 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Shopping

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 10 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Shared accommodations

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

Dining

Bridge Restaurant - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine. Open 24 hours. Open daily.
Tukul Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Ethiopian cuisine.
Unity Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
Lobby Bar - Onsite piano bar.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 60.0 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Ghion Hotel Addis Ababa

Ghion Addis Ababa

Ghion Hotel Resort

Ghion Hotel Addis Ababa

Ghion Hotel Resort Addis Ababa

Frequently asked questions

Does Ghion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ghion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Ghion Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Ghion Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ghion Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Ghion Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ghion Hotel?

You can check in starting at 10:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Ghion Hotel and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Ghion Hotel also has 2 bars, a nightclub, and an outdoor pool, as well as a sauna, a health club, and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Ghion Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

Does Ghion Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony and a yard.

What's the area around Ghion Hotel like?

Ghion Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Stadium Station and 7 minutes' walk from Addis Ababa Stadium.

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Reviews

Ghion Hotel Reviews

6.2

Good

6.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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4/10 Fair

Breakfast choice was very good & restaurant staff lovely.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great, very kind and helpful. Nice breakfast. Perfect location.
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4/10 Fair

Breakfast menu was fresh, but items were very limited. Employees are nice.
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8/10 Very good

Ghion Hotel is a super cool hotel. If you're a hotel lover from the 60s and 70s, this place is for you. It's in the heart of Addis Ababa, with bars and restaurants nearby. I'll definitely be back for more! #HotelLove #AddisAbaba #60s70s #Staycation 🇪🇹🍻🍷
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8/10 Very good

This is my second time staying at Ghion. I like that it's traditional in appearance and fantastic staff. Food was wonderful. Thank you.
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8/10 Very good

Thanks for my good stay, see you next time again

I feel really conntected with this hotel. It's a historical place. People are nice. Service is very good
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10/10 Exceptional

Classic Ethiopian hotel

This hotel is excellent for those of us who love Ethiopia and prefer peaceful, nostalgic atmosphere to fancy, noisy modern hotels. Good old Ethiopian style hotel with a huge and quiet compound with large swimming pool, in the heart of the city. Stable water supply, electricity and Wifi with satisfying speed. Fair room rates. In every way a very pleasant stay. Take the opportunity to experience this classic hotel before it's gone!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very attentive and efficient staff...

In spite of that their facilities show in some parts the time passing, all staff is very attentive and efficient; gardens are enjoyable, also the Jazz club, is well ocated near the National Museum, bus and metro stations, view from Woreknesh Genet Restaurant.
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10/10 Exceptional

We really valued our stay at the Ghion Hotel. The rates were excellent, the staff are lovely and it's a real piece of Ethiopian history. The African Jazz Village is top notch and home to the timeless Father of Ethiopian Jazz, Dr. Mulatu Astateke. Meals were copious and delicious - Breakfast is free! We are used to staying at more modern (read: updated) luxurious places but I'd go back for the charm, people and music.
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6/10 Good

The Ghion short visit.

It's the end of winter time and the rooms were cold. The hot water does not come on after 11pm sometimes. It's only one key so housekeeping can't clean your room when you are out. Walls are very thin because I can hear chatter. Staff are quite lovely, helpful and friendly. Food is very good. Location is ideal for going to your business meeting or for site seeing this beautiful city Addis Ababa.... Lots of incredible history to soak in for the first time.
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6/10 Good

Clean sheets towels and room. Towels changed daily. Hot tap water arbitrarily in bathroom. The gym should be free of charge.
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6/10 Good

Staff very friendly and helpful. Room poor needs attention,.from broken mirror, door handels and curtain unable.to open and close entually falling to.thr.floor...Usually had to wait up to 20 minutes for hot water.
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8/10 Very good

Ghion is an old hotel, and a good option for a very affordable hotel ideally located in the heart of Addis-Abeba. The bed is quite confortable but the bathroom and the water-heating system is from another century... quite slow to get some reasonably hot water. Sound isolation is quite bad. The hotel itself is quiet, but we hear the noise of the street constantly, including some very early morning religious chants. Breakfast is included, quite nice buffet with typical ethiopian specialties. Receptionists are friendly and willing to help, specially when you need a taxi. But communication is sometimes complicated.
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a bit of a "faded glory" kind of a vibe about this place, but it's still a splendid hotel for a decent price.
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6/10 Good

The internet is good. Airport shuttle was not available.
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable staying

Overall excellent, I love Ghion hotel specially the customer service, friendly staff
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4/10 Fair

That place has never seen renovation since it was built decades ago. Guest rooms are dilapidated. It is a shame that once iconic establishment is now in ruins. Do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else. I will never stay there again, but I would eat at the traditional restaurant but I won’t set foot in their guest rooms.
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10/10 Exceptional

SUPER NICE.
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is located in a nice and big garden. The rooms are clean although the hotel is a bit old, but it is okay for the price. It is also authentic and has good Ethiopian cuisine.
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10/10 Exceptional

I liked the place very much. The staffs were amazing and very responsive for any request.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place in Addis Ababa, green park, breakfast, everything is African. The staff is great.
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8/10 Very good

It was nice
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8/10 Very good

a green paradise in the middle of Addis
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6/10 Good

Grounds are large and beautiful. Staff are friendly and helplful. Hotel badly needs renovation.
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10/10 Exceptional

Happy to