Alem Guest House

2.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near African Union Headquarters

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free self parking
Standard Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper
Reception
Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Mauritius Street, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa
  • African Union Headquarters
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Meskel Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Edna Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Addis Ababa (ADD-Bole Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Addis Ababa

Located in Nifas Silk-Lafto, Alem Guest House is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as African Union Headquarters and Meskel Square. This 17-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

What's nearby

  • African Union Headquarters - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Addis Ababa Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Meskel Square - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Edna Mall - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Medhane Alem Church - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bole Intl. Airport (ADD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sishu - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sakura - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zaika Indian restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sana’a Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yod Abyssinia Old Airport - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Alem Guest House

Guesthouse with free parking, near African Union Headquarters
At Alem Guest House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the area.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 6

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: USD 6 (subject to availability)

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 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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 for incidental charges and 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 only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Alem pension
Alem Guest House Guesthouse
Alem Guest House Addis Ababa
Alem Guest House Guesthouse Addis Ababa

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Alem Guest House?

Alem Guest House offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Alem Guest House?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alem Guest House on Jun 11, 2025 start from $17.39, 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 close to Alem Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Nifas Silk-Lafto, close to African Union Headquarters, Meskel Square, and Addis Ababa Stadium. You'll also find Edna Mall and Medhane Alem Church within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Alem Guest House?

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

Does Alem Guest House have a casino at the property?

No, Alem Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Alem Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Alem Guest House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Alem Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Alem Guest House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Alem Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Alem Guest House.

Does Alem Guest House have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Alem Guest House?

The closest major airport to Alem Guest House is Bole Intl. Airport (ADD), which is 4.4 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Alem Guest House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Alem Guest House.

Alem Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 8 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lakhal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good people

Good medium pension. People are very friendly. You can use the kitchen to cook. They prepare coffee (buna) and thee ( shay) for everybody. If you need a service out of the pension, they can assist you.
Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Biniyam

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is as worse as it gets. Starting with the location, it is not even remotely close to the address they listed on the booking sites. It is far off, through horrible ditches and construction route you finally make it after many calls to get the direction. It is horrible. Second, the staff were extremely unprofessional. They are not even willing to check you in. They are on their phone playing. The lady did not even pay attention while i was standing in her office door entrance for a while because she was playing with her hair and phone. The guest house is listed for 300 local birr for the first level, 250 birr for second level and 150 birr for third level in their office posting, but on the booking sites they listed their prices over 900 local birr. The place is not even worth 1 local birr, because it is absolutely a garbage. There were so much dust and debris all over the floor and bathroom. Walls had all types of stain. The door lock is not secured enough, the toilet had no bath tissues. I had to use mine. There was no hot water for the shower. Not even a hand soap was placed. The room had only one charging outlet which was in the middle of nowhere that was used by the TV, close to the entrance. This meant that i have to physically carry my laptop to charge. There was only one kindergarten size desk and chair in a room. The slippers they had was a baby girl slippers with no use to me. No wifi or extremely horrible internet access. should worth 0 birr to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pia Asmussen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Messi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bra pris och rent.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021