Ghion Hotel

3.5 star property
Resort in Addis Ababa with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Fountain
Business center
Front of property
Interior entrance
Children's area

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Ras Desta Damtew Avenue, Addis Ababa, 1643
  • Addis Ababa Stadium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Meskel Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • African Union Headquarters
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Addis Ababa (ADD-Bole Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room (Type B)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room (Type A)

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite (Medium)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room (Type B)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Addis Ababa

Located in Kirkos, Ghion Hotel is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as “Red Terror” Martyrs' Memorial Museum and Addis Ababa Stadium. This 3.5-star resort has 195 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Addis Ababa Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Meskel Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • ECA Conference Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • African Union Headquarters - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Edna Mall - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bole Intl. Airport (ADD) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Union Cocktail Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Intercontinental Hotel - Rooftop Pool & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stagioni - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Ghion Hotel

Resort in Addis Ababa with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa
Ghion Hotel features a full-service spa, a nightclub, and an outdoor pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa resort include a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have free toiletries and slippers. Balconies are also included.
An outdoor tennis court and a health club are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bridge Restaurant
  • Lobby Bar
  • Tukul Restaurant
  • Unity Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 32 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 10:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is 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

Is free cancellation available at Ghion Hotel?

Ghion Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Ghion Hotel?

As of May 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ghion Hotel on May 2, 2025 start from $43.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Ghion Hotel?

This resort is situated in Kirkos within a 10-minute walk of Addis Ababa Stadium and “Red Terror” Martyrs' Memorial Museum. You'll also find Meskel Square and ECA Conference Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Ghion Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is a spa located at Ghion Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Ghion Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Ghion Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ghion Hotel?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Ghion Hotel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this resort, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 3 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at Ghion Hotel?

Yes, this resort has a spa tub.

Does Ghion Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ghion Hotel has 3 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Ghion Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ghion Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Ghion Hotel?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Ghion Hotel?

The closest major airport to Ghion Hotel is Bole Intl. Airport (ADD), which is 3.7 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ghion Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Ghion Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or courtyard views.

Does Ghion Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Ghion Hotel.

Ghion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 119 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

tsehaye

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel needs some renovation every thing looks older than 100 years old.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shower doesn’t work. No hot water in shower
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

kebedech

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Incompetent

An awful start to my stay at the hotel and arrival in Ethiopia They left me stranded at the airport at night for hours despite me contacting them on 4 occasions prior to my arrival. and hotels.com contacted them twice too l when I had zero reply on the airport shuttle. They failed to respond or provide this and when you don’t know the language and your phone doesn’t work in this country - as i explained to them - it leaves you in a very vulnerable position. When I wanted to leave after several other things not working the hotel refused to refund me as unfortunately I paid upfront. Hotels.com also extremely unhelpful
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

kebedech

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shumete

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sileshi

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

NEGUSSIE

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Staff & service
Noise sometimes woken at 5am..
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

alberto

Traveled with partner
a green paradise in the middle of Addis
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kati

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Geir

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean sheets towels and room. Towels changed daily. Hot tap water arbitrarily in bathroom. The gym should be free of charge.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Azeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Mamogala

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shuttle for collecting from the airport was late. The blankets were dirty.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice gardens, but room was very dirty
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Grounds are large and beautiful. Staff are friendly and helplful. Hotel badly needs renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Colin

The garden area is really good, spacious and well kept with ample security. The staff are very polite and helpful. The T.V situation is poor and needs attention. There are no Tea or coffee making facilities and some of the rooms are void of a fridge. I found the hotel good value for money and will definately try to rebook.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property needs a lot of work to bring it up to scratch. For example no water came out when you turn on the hot water. However, the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shopper beware. I stay in hotels 200 nights a year I always look for the best in spite of potential surprises in a hotel. I read the reviews for this hotel prior to booking and thought it couldn’t be that bad. After all, it was self described with 4 stars and the pics looked wonderful. I should say the nature around the hotel was stunning and extremely impressive as was security for such a large complex. The WiFi was a major challenge going in/out with no consistency. I booked for 2 adults. At breakfast time I asked for a glass of water and found there was an extra charge, I was billed for the second adult breakfast even though the Orbitz confirmation indicated free breakfast for two. If you’re interested in using the gym there was a charge There was a beautiful Olympic size pool on the property but it too had a charge. The employees were not friendly especially those in the breakfast hall. The lady who checked me in was very nice but after so many problems I just couldn’t wait to check out. The interior and exterior of the hotel needs a major renovation. I won’t return again. Rate: 2/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Agréable mais avec quelques défauts à revoir

Accueil pas mal, chambre propre mais sans drap aux fenêtre comme dormir à ciel ouvert. Navette ne vient pas à l'aéroport à l'heure demander, il faut appeler sur place et compter un considérable temps d'attente
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023