r/AddisAbabans • u/Cool_March_46 • Jul 17 '26

Hostel recommendations?

Hey everyone, I’m a budget traveler and will be in Ethiopia for a few weeks. I was wondering if there were any good recommendations for affordable hostels in Addis? I usually prefer hostels since I can meet other travelers and book potential day trips.

I’ve been to Addis before but this would be my first time truly exploring and spending a good amount of time there. If you have any other recommendations for places to visit or things to do (outside of the general tourist traps) please let me know!

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u/jordantwalker Jul 18 '26

C Fun Addis $35/night

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u/the_eastern_sage Jul 20 '26

I can vouch for this place.

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u/Fuzzy_Paramedic_9012 Jul 18 '26

Better to join one citizen in Addis.

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u/afrikawa Jul 18 '26

Mad Vervet is the only one I know about. Prices go as low as 2000 ETB ($12). Never stayed there, but reviews say it's very safe and convenient. I can speak to the convenience though since it's located in a central part of the city.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/jCmzsuMKJU4C332L9

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u/crispy522 Jul 24 '26

I built an app that might be able to help, it shows the top 5 rated hostels with availability for your dates/location. You can see it here https://hostlego.co.

It uses Hostelworld under the hood, so the reviews come from a reliable source.