Garalay Hotel

3.0 star property
The Garalay Hotel combines creative inspiration with practical comforts, offering morning breakfast buffets and an art gallery showcasing local talent to explore

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Travelers stay in the heart of the entertainment district at Garalay Hotel, where vibrant design meets modern comfort. Enjoy the daily manager's reception, start mornings with a breakfast buffet, and explore local art in the on-site gallery or shop at the nearby mall.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Senior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Separate tub and shower, hydromassage showerhead

Family Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 4 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Single Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy Single Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Addis Ababa, Garalay Hotel is in the entertainment district and in the mountains. National Museum of Ethiopia and Addis Ababa National Archives and Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Yekatit 12 Monument and Tiglachin Memorial. Visit our Addis Ababa travel guide
Map
Gojam ber Street, Addis Ababa, 1234

What's nearby

  • African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    African Union Headquarters
    10 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Medhane Alem Cathedral in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    Medhane Alem Church
    13 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Sheger Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • U.S. Embassy
    5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Addis Ababa University
    6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bole Intl. Airport (ADD)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ቶሞካ ቡና | Tomoca Coffee
    5 min drive
  • Koba
    7 min drive
  • Admas Bar
    4 min drive
  • Meskott
    6 min drive
  • Galani Coffee
    7 min drive

About this property

Garalay Hotel

Hotel in the entertainment district
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Garalay Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and a shopping mall on site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A living plant wall, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and an elevator
Room features
All 63 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Hydromassage showers, eco-friendly toiletries, and separate tubs/showers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2020
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock
  • TV with satellite channels
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:30 AM and noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:30 AM and noon

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Garalay Hotel Hotel
Garalay Hotel Addis Ababa
Garalay Hotel Hotel Addis Ababa

Frequently asked questions

Is Garalay Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Garalay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 15 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:30 AM– noon for a fee of USD 20.

What time is check-out at Garalay Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Garalay Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Sheger Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nigeria Embassy and Kiddus Raguel Church. St. George's Cathedral and U.S. Embassy are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Det var bra och tack
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Fitzgerald

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025