Radisson Blu Hotel, Addis Ababa

We stayed for three nights in an Executive room with lounge access, room 911. The room was very clean, the bed comfortable, the view unobstructed, and the bathroom had both a shower and a bathtub. The hotel is well located in the city, the breakfast buffet is exceptional and very varied, and the staff are extremely warm and welcoming. However, several small issues added up and somewhat detracted from the stay, and in my opinion do not fully match the standards of the Radisson Blu brand. Upon arrival at the airport, we waited 25 minutes for the hotel shuttle (in hindsight, I would recommend taking a taxi, which is faster and more convenient). The reception staff, although very pleasant, sometimes struggled to respond to our requests. Finally, on the last day of our stay, there was no hot water in the room. The business lounge was under renovation during our stay, and we were therefore unable to use it even though it was included in our package. One last recommendation: it would be nice to have a coffee machine in an Executive room. That being said, we had an overall pleasant stay. It remains a nice hotel, but slightly below the Radisson Blu properties we are used to, and therefore a bit expensive for the level of service offered.

🛌Stay and room We stayed for three nights in an Executive room with lounge access, located on the ninth floor. The room was very clean and spacious, with a comfortable bed, an unobstructed view, and a bathroom with both a shower and a bathtub. However, the bathtub drain was not functioning properly, and the water drained very quickly, which made taking a bath quite frustrating. The heating/air conditioning system was also noisy and could be disturbing for light sleepers. 📍Location and security The hotel is well located in Addis Ababa, making it convenient to get around the city. The property feels very secure and offers an ATM as well as a bank for currency exchange inside the hotel, which is very convenient. 👩🏽‍💼Reception and services The staff are generally very warm and welcoming. However, despite their friendliness, the reception team sometimes struggled to handle our requests efficiently. Upon arrival at the airport, we waited around 25 minutes for the hotel shuttle; in hindsight, taking a taxi is faster and more convenient. 🍸🥠Executive Lounge The business lounge was under renovation during our stay and was therefore not accessible, even though it was included in our package. However, we were given access to the Business Lounge formula at the hotel bar, with a pleasant selection including very good tea, samosas, chicken, falafel, and whisky. A coffee machine in the Executive rooms would also be a welcome addition. ☕️🍽️ Breakfast The breakfast buffet is a real highlight: very varied, good quality, with wide opening hours and easy access. 💆‍♀️Spa and wellness I tried two massages at the spa. The chair massage (20 minutes, USD 8) was pleasant, but the space was very small, which limited the comfort of the therapist. The foot reflexology massage (30 minutes, USD 12) is, in my opinion, a type of treatment that is too technical and too specific for this kind of spa; in addition, the therapist had slightly long nails for this type of massage. Prices are very attractive, the facilities are very clean, the female staff are kind and professional, and access from inside the hotel is easy. 🌇Common areas and decoration The lobby is poorly organized and lacks harmony. Despite an effort with Christmas decorations, the overall design remains quite standard and below what is expected from a Radisson Blu. 🆗but - Overall impression Overall, the stay was pleasant. It remains a nice hotel, but slightly below the Radisson Blu standards we are used to, and therefore somewhat expensive for the level of service provided.

The experience was good in total. |Selamawit who shares with us the Ethiopian Coffee at the main terrace, was absolutely amazing. |She came with us after her working hours to visit and grab some souvenirs.|She didn’t grab any tipp for that, she was genuinely helpful and really welcoming. |She made our stay better and it was an amazing encounter to meet her. |Hope to see Selamawit again in our next business trip

I had an amazing experience at this hotel! From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming very professional. The check-in process was smooth, and I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and spacious the room was. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the room had all the amenities I needed — fast Wi-Fi, complimentary water, and a beautiful view. Housekeeping did an excellent job every day.

Excellent hotel, I will be back again. The staff that served breakfast were sooo nice, kind and respectful. The nurse Bethlehem was a gem and a professional when my sister became sick. You guys Rock. Thank you 🙏

Excellent stay at Radisson Blu! The hotel is clean, comfortable, and perfectly located. What truly stood out was the outstanding service—especially from Lidiya, who was incredibly welcoming, professional, and always ready to help. Her warm attitude made the stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommended

I had a great stay, friendly staff from housekeeping all the way to the porters. Good breakfast and lunch and very clean rooms. Azarias at reception exceeded my expectations at checkout and went out of his way to ensure my shuttle pick ups were settled. I will definitely stay there again. Good corporate space if you have meetings in Addis.

I had an amazing experience at the Radisson Blu thanks to Lidiya at the reception. She was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive. From the moment I arrived, she made me feel welcomed and valued. Her friendly attitude and efficient service truly elevated my stay. Thank you, Lidiya, for your outstanding hospitality!