A Great Hotel In The Addis and Surroundings Region

About Radisson Blu, Addis Ababa

The first Radisson hotel was built in 1909 in Minneapolis, Minnesota; the international hotel chain is now owned by the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, and operates a number of brands including Radisson Blu, Radisson RED and Park Inn by Radisson. In Kazanchis, or Cazanchise, district of Addis, Radisson Blu is near the United Nations compound and convenient for both tourists and business travellers. The spacious reception area with marble floor has a concierge desk, gift shop and the celebrated Tomoca Coffee Bar.

The 212 en-suite rooms are made up of standard, business, one-bedroom suites, and presidential suites. All rooms have climate control, Wifi, flat screen TV, desk, iron, ironing board, coffee, tea, safe, mini-bar, soundproof windows and blackout curtains. The suites have, in addition, a living area, and the presidential suites have a dining room and kitchenette. Features for guests with disabilities include wheelchair ramps, braille lifts, roll-in showers and audio-visual warning devices.

The Verres en Vers Restaurant is a French Brasserie with dishes from Paris, Geneva and New York; French and Ethiopian wines are served. Signature Bar and Signature Terrace have a selection of cocktails and bar snacks. The Rainforest Day Spa and well-equipped gym have a range of treatments; a ladies’ hair salon is also on site. The 9 meeting rooms can host from 15 to 250 pax, and are equipped with state-of-the-art conference facilities including PA system and conference calls; conference packages, weddings and banquets can be arranged. There’s also a business centre and business lounge.

Keen to promote eco-tourism, Radisson Blu supports a charity in providing clean water in Africa. The hotel also offers leisure options in Addis and beyond, including hot air ballooning, hiking and running.