Located in the vibrant Bole district of Addis Ababa, the Friendship International Hotel offers a comfortable and convenient stay for travelers. With its array of amenities and proximity to key attractions, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the city.
Friendship International Hotel is located at Africa Avenue (Bole Road), Opposite to Addis Ababa 23689 ET, 3.4 miles from the center of Addis Ababa. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Friendship International Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites.
Address: Africa Avenue (Bole Road), Opposite to Addis Ababa 23689 ET
Nearby Attractions:
- Edna Mall Addis Ababa - 400 metres
- Matti Multiplex Theatre - 400 metres
- Friendship Business Center - 500 metres
- Medhane Alem Church - 0.3 mi
- Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum - 1.8 mi
- Meskel Square - 2 mi
Let's delve into what makes this hotel a notable choice for your visit to Addis Ababa.
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Accommodation and Amenities
Friendship International Hotel offers 104 individually furnished accommodations accessible via exterior corridors, each featuring private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies, offering city views.
Key Features:
- Balconies with city views
- Pillowtop beds
- Flat-screen televisions with satellite channels, first-run movies, and pay movies
- Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars (stocked with some free items)
- Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers, deep soaking bathtubs, hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets
- Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access
- Desks and safes
- Complimentary bottled water and hair dryers
The hotel also provides complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. For events, the hotel offers 3228 square feet (300 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary and available 24 hours.
Hotel Amenities:
- Fitness center
- Spa & wellness center
- Terrace
- Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
- Nightclub
- Health club
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Free airport shuttle
- Free area shuttle
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee shop/cafe
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- 24-hour business center
Dining and Leisure
Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.
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Dining Options:
- Restaurant
- 2 bars/lounges
- Coffee shop/cafe
- Complimentary buffet breakfast
- 24-hour room service
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club and a sauna. Guests can also make use of the in-house bar and the business area.
Location and Accessibility
With a stay at Friendship International Hotel in Addis Ababa (Bole), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Edna Mall and 10 minutes by foot from Medhane Alem Church. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Selam City Mall and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from World Bank Ethiopia.
The hotel offers a free airport shuttle for convenient transportation.
Friendship International Hotel
Guest Feedback
Guests appreciated the hotel's cleanliness and central location, making it a convenient choice for visitors.
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However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the service quality, amenities, and breakfast options, indicating a need for improvement in these areas.
Summary of Reviews:
- Pros: Central location, cleanliness
- Cons: Service quality, amenities, breakfast options
Important Information
Check-in time is anytime after 12:00 PM, and check-out time is anytime before 12:00 PM.
Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Average Prices:
- Weeknight: $53
- Weekend night: $47
Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
For the best room deals, consider staying on a Wednesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
The cheapest price a room at Friendship International Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $61, while the most expensive was $61.
KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
Policies Regarding Children:
- Children of all ages are welcome.
- Children aged 11 years and above are charged as adults.
- Extra beds and cribs are available upon request (charges apply).
Additional Charges for Extra Beds/Cribs:
- 0-1 year: US$20 per child, per night
- Over 2 years: US$20 per person, per night
These charges are not included in the total price and must be paid separately during the stay.
Final Thoughts
Friendship International Hotel is a good option for travelers seeking a centrally located hotel with a range of amenities in Addis Ababa. While some guests have noted areas for improvement, its convenient location and facilities make it a viable choice for exploring the city.
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