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Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 6 restaurants and full-service spa

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6 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Flat-screen TV
Flat-screen TV
6 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Lobby
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, near Edna Mall, offers six restaurants, an indoor pool, and spa services for relaxation. Guests enjoy the daily manager's reception, in-room WiFi, and helpful staff.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room (Deluxe) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room (Deluxe)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite (Mini)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite (Executive)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room (Premium)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Premium Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Premium Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Bole International Airport, P.O.Box 1755, Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, 1755

What's nearby

  • Medhane Alem Church - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edna Mall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Meskel Square - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Addis Ababa Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • African Union Headquarters - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Addis Ababa (ADD-Bole Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ethiopian Taem Cultural Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪One Koo Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Yod Abyssinia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The African Hub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ethiopian Taem Cultural Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Medhane Alem Church
Located close to Edna Mall and ECA Conference Center, Ethiopian Skylight Hotel provides a free return airport shuttle, a nightclub and a poolside bar. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a Thai massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 6 on-site restaurants. In addition to a free daily manager's reception and a terrace, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • A lift, free newspapers and 15 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 1024 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 6 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (26,910 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of ETB 2500 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and litter trays are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ETB 50.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: ETB 2500 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ETB 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa
Ethiopian Skylight Addis Ababa
Ethiopian Skylight
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Hotel
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa
Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Hotel Addis Ababa

Frequently asked questions

Does Ethiopian Skylight Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Ethiopian Skylight Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of ETB 2500 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at Ethiopian Skylight Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ethiopian Skylight Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ethiopian Skylight Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Ethiopian Skylight Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Ethiopian Skylight Hotel located?

This family-friendly Addis Ababa hotel is located in the entertainment district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Medhane Alem Church and Edna Mall. Addis Ababa Stadium and ECA Conference Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 426 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Naatoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, near the hotel. Though the reception can get really busy
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Amenities
Always excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adhanom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for 6 nights and it was amazing everything the room is massive and and clean also I was in E608 and the girls clean the rooms so nice and tidy every morning
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful! Blow us away!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zebib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sky is an amazing hotel located in one of the best neighborhoods in Addis. It’s also an excellent option for red eye flights as it is located very close to the airport and provides free shuttle back and forth. I have stayed multiple times and every single time it has been an exceptional experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top hotel in Addis Abeba and main city spot for business. Second trip stayingbhere and will come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abditu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service Staff they wonderful job and they are very friendly and staff they are helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay for a couple of hours
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Min

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

A great airport hotel

It was truly a five-star hotel. The breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliyas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

REGIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best in Addis even better than Sheraton.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adesola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love staying at Skylight Hotel! Even during layovers, I choose to stay there at my own expense because the level of service, comfort, and luxury is simply unmatched.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall, we will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

kirubel

When I arrived they said I had to pay more and I had to pay an extra 50 usd . The person at the front desk was very rude confrontational and even wanted me to leave and look for a cheaper hotel . I would like to get my 50 dollars back and make a complent to the management
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nasser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ewinet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place beautiful hotel but too many people too many transit but also the food is absolutely phenomenal service a little bit slow at the restaurants I guess because they were busy but it
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel is conveniently located near airport but also other offices as Addis expanded. Rooms are superb as is Italian restaurant, and modestly priced. Public areas a bit crowded with layover passengers but still good service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamirat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The all service is rally good and appreciated, I love if it continues like this, for ever .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

eskinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is beyond expectations. I travel many countries all over the world. This hotel is super from walk in to walk out. Specially room cleanness, amenities, food and location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

REGIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Very clean and buffet was good. A lot of expansion since it first opened.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024