Sapphire Addis Hotel: A Comprehensive Review

Dec 07, 2025 0

The Sapphire Addis Hotel, a 5-star establishment in Addis Ababa, offers a comfortable and convenient stay for travelers. Situated in the Bole district, it provides easy access to various attractions and amenities. Here's a detailed look at what this hotel has to offer.

Location and Accessibility

Located on Namibia Street, the Sapphire Addis Hotel is approximately 3 miles from the center of Addis Ababa. It is conveniently situated about 20 minutes' stroll from Friendship Business Center. The hotel is also within a 10-minute car trip from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, with a free airport shuttle service available for guests.

Nearby attractions include:

Medhane Alem Church (0.6 mi)
Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum (1.5 mi)
Africa Hall and ECA Conference Center (1.6 mi)
Meskel Square (1.6 mi)
National Palace (1.9 mi)
African Union Office (2.2 mi)
Holy Trinity Cathedral (2.4 mi)
National Library (2.6 mi)
National Museum of Ethiopia (3 mi)
Hager Fakir Theatre (3.2 mi)
Arada Giyorgis (3.3 mi)
Addis Ababa University (3.5 mi)

Rooms and Amenities

The hotel features 129 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Self-catering amenities such as a coffee machine are also provided. Some rooms include a private bathroom.

Key amenities include:

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Free Wi-Fi in all areas
Free parking
Free airport shuttle
Restaurant and Bar/Lounge
Room service
Business center
Fitness center

Guests can also request a spa center and massage therapy at an extra charge.

Guest Reviews

The Sapphire Addis Hotel generally receives positive feedback from guests. Many guests have enjoyed their stay, highlighting the helpful staff, good location, and cleanliness. However, there were concerns about the amenities, such as the breakfast not being hot enough and issues with room maintenance. The rating system applies weighted calculations, valuing verified reviews and newer guest experiences more strongly.

Here are some snippets from verified guest reviews:

"Lovely stay and great service hotel staff." - Lee M970
"We had a wonderful experience during our stay. The hotel was exceptionally clean, and the staff were warm and welcoming throughout." - Guest User
"Not bad, I'll stay here again next time." - Jasmine Yap Tay
"The room was quite nice and spacious... I've stayed here several times, and overall, the experience has been very good." - M432722
"Very clean and comfortable, very safe will recommend friends to live." - Helen1319

Services and Conveniences

The hotel offers a range of services and conveniences to ensure a comfortable stay:

24-hour front desk
Room service
Currency exchange on-site
Concierge service
Laundry service
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Express check-out
Safety deposit box

Health and Safety Measures

Sapphire Addis Hotel has implemented several health and safety measures:

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Physical distancing in dining areas
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Delivered food is securely covered
Access to health care professionals
First-aid kit available
Face masks available for guests

Pricing and Deals

Prices for rooms at Sapphire Addis Hotel can vary. If you’re after a cheap room at Sapphire Addis Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in June and October. The most expensive month to stay is September.

Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Sapphire Addis Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.

Here's a summary of average nightly prices:

Month	Average Price (Weeknight)	Average Price (Weekend Night)
June	$69	$72
September	Higher price	Higher price

The cheapest price a room at Sapphire Addis Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $76, while the most expensive was $76. KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 days.