Ethiopian Skylight Hotel is a luxury hotel owned by Ethiopian Airlines, situated five minutes from Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa. It offers over 1,000 guest rooms, 17 dining venues, extensive conference facilities, and comprehensive wellness amenities.
Owned by Ethiopian Airlines, the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel is a premier luxury property located in Addis Ababa, just a five-minute walk from Bole International Airport. The main property features 1,024 modern guest rooms, suites, and apartments offering spectacular city or airport views, alongside an additional 97 rooms at the Skylight In-Terminal Hotel inside the airport.
The hotel houses 17 food and beverage outlets catering to diverse tastes, including the Ethiopian Ta’em Cultural Restaurant, TaiChi (the largest Chinese restaurant in East Africa), Italian, Arabian, and Asian dining, ADD Restaurant, The African Hub all-day dining, Moodz Sport Bar & Terrace, and the Aquarius Pool Bar. Event facilities include eight meeting rooms and the Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 2,000 seated guests or 4,000 for cocktail receptions.
Wellness and leisure facilities are anchored by the Green Apple Health Club, which features a fitness center, an outdoor heated swimming pool, a Thai spa, massage services, mini-golf courses, and a beauty salon. Complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle services and high-speed Wi-Fi are provided for guests.
Facilities & services
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi
- 24-hour free airport shuttle service
- 17 food and beverage outlets
- Green Apple Health Club
- Fitness center
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
- Thai spa and massage
- Mini-golf courses
- Beauty salon
- Grand Ballroom and meeting rooms
- Pool bar
- Blu Jazz Club
Highlights
- Largest hotel in Ethiopia, owned by Ethiopian Airlines
- Located just a 5-minute walk from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
- Features 1,024 rooms at the main hotel plus a 97-room in-terminal branch
- Home to 17 dining outlets, including the largest Chinese restaurant in East Africa (TaiChi)
- Boasts the largest hotel ballroom in Addis Ababa, holding up to 4,000 guests
Details
- pool
- Outdoor heated swimming pool and pool bar
- wifi
- High speed free Wi-Fi connectivity
- breakfast
- Available; mainly online rates incorporate bed and breakfast (BB) rates; buffet breakfast offered
- room count
- 1024 rooms and suites (with additional 97 rooms in Skylight In-Terminal Hotel)
- room types
- Standard King, Premium Room, Mini Suite, Junior Suite, Executive Suite, Family Suite, Presidential Suite
- star rating
- 5-star
- airport transfer
- 24hrs Free airport shuttle service
- accommodation type
- hotel
- Accessibility
- Features Accessible King room suitable for differently-abled travelers
Visitor tips
- Take advantage of the complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle service, or walk to the hotel in just about 5 minutes from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.
- In-house guests receive complimentary access to the swimming pool, spa, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
- Explore the 17 on-site food and beverage outlets, including Ethiopian, Italian, Arabian, and Asian dining options, plus East Africa's largest Chinese restaurant (TaiChi).
- Transit passengers with a stay under 12 hours do not require a visa under Ethiopian regulations, making it accessible for quick airport stopovers.
Questions
Does Ethiopian Skylight Hotel offer airport shuttle service?
Complimentary 24-hour shuttle service is provided by the hotel to and from the airport, located just a 5-minute walk away.
Are swimming and spa access included in the room rate?
Yes, swimming and spa access are complimentary for in-house room guests.
Do guests need a visa to stay at the hotel?
According to Ethiopian government regulations, a visa is required for stays exceeding 12 hours. Transit passengers staying less than 12 hours do not require a visa.
Does the hotel have an in-terminal option at Bole International Airport?
Yes, Ethiopian Skylight Hotel offers 97 rooms inside Addis Ababa Bole International Airport's terminal.
