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Reviews of Sabon Hotel

Namibia Street BOLE ATLAS NEAR TO EDNA MALL ,KEBELE 03,HOUSE NO 2020, Bole, 1000 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

#6 of 102 hotels in Addis Ababa

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Review score

Based on 150 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was quite spacious and felt really comfortable.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    8.0
    Spacious, well-located hotel with friendly staff, though Wi-Fi and shower leakage need improvement.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights

    However, there were a few areas for improvement. The Wi-Fi was unreliable and very slow, often not working properly. Thankfully, we had purchased local SIM cards, so this wasn't a major issue for us. A more significant concern was the bathroom, where water leaked from the shower area, making the floor wet and very slippery. Lastly, the bed was not very comfortable and felt quite soft, causing us to sink in, which suggests it could benefit from an upgrade.

    The room was incredibly spacious and clean, easily accommodating everyone with ample space. We appreciated that the extra bed we requested for our child was already in the room upon arrival, and it was a good, extra-large size. The complimentary airport shuttle was a huge convenience. The hotel's strategic location was also a major plus, being close to numerous restaurants and cafes, and having two ATM machines right outside was incredibly handy. Throughout our stay, the staff were consistently friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    10
    Awesome hospitality in Bole. I will definitely return on future visits to Addis.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not every room has an A/C. This could be an issue during the summer. However, I spoke the front desk and they were able to provide me an A/C room when I requested it.

    Top notch hospitality. I felt really welcomed by all the staff. Excellent location in Bole. It’s very close to shops, bars, restaurants, etc.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2025

    8.0
    Clean, quiet, and a space to connect and rejuvenation.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A reliable and high-speed internet connection, characterized by exceptional cleanliness, tranquility, and unwavering friendliness.

    This property is one of its kind in the capital Addis Ababa. It’s super quiet, clean, and staff friendly. I have been traveling to Ethiopia 14 time a over 16 years and have been staying in multiple hotels including Golden Tulip; except for its location and Not So Great breakfast, Sabon exceeds every expectation and it is a place for a traveler who needs a quiet time to rejuvenate and clean space for your soul.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    8.0
    Recommend with location and facility provided
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff excellent at breakfast and couldn’t do more to ensure you’re satisfied. Room very spacious and comfortable

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    8.0
    Great location with friendly staff
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Windows in the shower need cleaning.

    Hotel has a good location with very friendly staff and a reliable pick up and drop off service to and from the airport. Used room service once and food was good and in a timely manner. Breakfast buffet has everything what’s needed.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    9.0
    Highly recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike in particular. I would have given a 10 but the breakfast is not kept hot enough for my liking

    Sabin is in an excellent location near many restaurants shops. The complimentary airport pickup makes getting to the hotel a breeze The staff are all lovely and great ambassadors of the Ethiopian people

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As I’ve commented before, Sabon is my go to hotel in Addis. Meets all the requirements of both a busy work traveler and a more leisurely tourist. Staff is first class

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2025

    9.0
    Great hotel near the ADD airport!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not all the rooms are air-conditioned

    1. Vey polite, friendly and accommodating hotel staff 2. Hotel is near the airport with free airport shuttle available 3. Hotel room was larger than typical hotel room

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2025

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Love the staff. Facility was clean and in an excellent location.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2025

    9.0
    it was a great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights

    room, facility all good

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    10
    Would definately stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast wasn't fully ready at the opening time (6am)

    A great place to stay. Free airport pick up weas there when I arrived. Room was spacious, clean , comfortable and quiet. Receptionist was charming and helpful. Security staff even showed me where I could find a local sports bar!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We took the apartment, but the kitchen was not equipped at all: there was no plates, cutlery, glasses.

    The location is very good, 5 min drive from the airport, 5 min walk to the 2000 Habesha Cultural Restaurant. The staff was very helpfull and friendly. The manager organized for us a car with a driver at a reasonable price to take us around the city for a whole day.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2025

    10
    Great place for an overnight stay close to the airport
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    lovely hotel in a convenient location with friendly staff and a good breakfast buffet. I recommend. no hi

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2025

    10
    EXCELLENT HOTEL TO STAY
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 8 nights

    The room space is spacious, spotless, and quite cozy. The hotel is situated in the downtown and is close to pharmacies and grocery stores. Restaurants, nightclubs, etc. are all within walking distance. The hotel's restaurant is outstanding, and breakfast is included in the price of your stay. It's delicious and offers a wide selection of dishes. Additionally, the hotel offers complimentary airport transportation. Above all, though, the staff is incredibly kind and helpful. I had planned to stay for three nights but extended my stay to eight nights. One of the greatest hotels I have ever stayed at in my many years of traveling is Sabon Hotel, and I will most certainly stay there again when I return to Addis Ababa.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2025

    9.0
    Definitely woild stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only issue was that airport shuttle did not wait for us on arrival despite arranging in advance. Not usually an issue but you simply MUST get an Ethiopian eSIM to make any calls in Ethiopian (I.e., America phones won’t usually work even with an international plan). Friendly attendant at the airport shuttle area called the hotel once the shuttle did not arrive.

    Very clean, quiet, and well-equipped hotel with friendly staff. Excellent, hot full breakfast, with lots of variety. Only about 10 minutes to or from the airport with 24 hour shuttle (arrange in advance if you can for night or early morning). Shuttle also helped me get around town to finalize some travel planning. Very nice!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very spacious rooms with all facilities including hot water kettle, tea bags and a fridge. The lighting in the rooms was good. The hotel is near the airport and they have convenient airport transfer. Very smooth check in process and wonderful staff.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2025

    9.0
    It’s become my go to hotel for my twice monthly trips to Addis Ababa
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Standard
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, clean and spacious rooms, superb welcoming staff and good food.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    10
    A home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was fantastic, the kindness and welcoming atmosphere of the place and of the workers .

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2025

    9.0
    I was delighted to receive an upgrade to my room at no additional cost. Furthermore, I was afforded a discount. I would
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lobby area is insufficient in size.

    The location, cleanliness of the room, and the friendliness of the staff are commendable.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The restaurant needs to be significantly improved. It is the only reason why I would hesitate to come back (especially as a business traveler with limited time to look for other food options)

    Cosy, quiet hotel, with lovely helpful staff. Good breakfast and very comfortable bed. Excellent value for money!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2024

    9.0
    A lovely, easily accessible place to stay in Addis Ababa. Good for families!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Standard
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our bed was too firm for my liking! Otherwise loved it.

    The property was well cared for. The staff was amazing and so kind! Close to the airport and in a walkable neighborhood with shops and restraunts. The breakfasts were nice and the Ethiopian restaurant next door was delicious. We stayed as a family and I’d definitely stay again!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2024

    9.0
    Perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Standard
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good, great rooms, they gave ma a free room upgrade.

    Stayed in December 2024

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