The Grand Palace Hotel Guinea Conakry St, Kirkos, 5710 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
#47 of 102 hotels in Addis Ababa
Guests' ChoiceBased on 428 hotel reviews
7.4Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Location
8.1
Facilities
7.5
Staff
8.6
Value for money
7.8
Free Wifi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: July 22, 2025
Anglebert
ZimbabweLevel of spicing of food was traditionally high. Tea was often not very hot
Breakfast was served in a good place, easily accessible. The menu, though limited, was good
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 22, 2025
Mercy
ZimbabwePungent smell of incense in common areas around the rooms. Noise from the precints.( not all the time though just ocassionally).
Furnishings fairly new and in good condition. Staff struggle with English but try their best.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Ismael
EthiopiaIn terms of negatives, it’s not really at the fault of the service, though i do have suggestions . I believe the heating was centralized in the building so we occasionally had to deal with a cold room and cold showers if the heating wasn’t working. We stayed in a larger room with many windows but the curtains they had weren’t very sufficient. I would recommend that they put heavier curtains on the windows and the balcony as well because there was a major cold draft coming from there. Other than that, it got a bit noisy late at night because of dogs but that can’t be helped so i dont fault the hotel for that.
The service was top notch 10/10. They took every request we had (it was a long stay so we had many requests) and made sure we were accommodated. The food was good and there were good options for meals.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Catherine
AustraliaVery loud prayers in the middle of the night that went on for hours and hours. Stayed at 2:30am until 9:30am and kept me awake both Saturday and Sunday morning.
Great location Friendly staff Comfortable bed
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 26, 2025
Sheetal
KenyaCleanliness is wanting in the room. Bath cubicle leaked water. House keeping very slack. Check on staff and dining staff very good. The pictures in the website of the room chosen was deceptive!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 31, 2025
Daffalla
United Arab EmiratesAlthough this hotel is rated over 4 stars, my experience did not match those expectations. The building is quite old and poorly maintained. Cleanliness was a major issue — my room was not properly cleaned, and the shower area was particularly problematic. The shower box and door couldn’t be closed at the same time, and after one use, water remained on the floor until housekeeping eventually cleaned it. Additionally, the room lacked basic amenities such as a fridge, which I would expect in any 4-star hotel. Overall, the hotel does not deserve its current rating based on my stay.
Location and staff.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 28, 2025
Martin
DjiboutiThere was no mini fridge in the room but that was not a big deal. The room was showing it's age but it was still comfortable.
It was right beside the business we had to visit. There are some nice restaurants in the area as well. Our room was massive! The people are all very friendly and the spa was relaxing as well.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: May 20, 2025
Mwihaki
South AfricaThere's a church that was quite loud from as early as 5am on Saturday and continued well into the morning. Plan your sleep accordingly.
The breakfast was good with great variety to suit different tastes.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 13, 2025
Bart
Belgium- food can do better
- great staff, very friendly - good region
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: May 11, 2025
Denise
AustriaReally nice hotel, with wonderful and friendly staff. The breakfast is excellent and has a nice variety of local and international food options. Eggs made to order, fresh juice, and good fruit salad. Good coffee as well. The rooms are a nice size, and the bed very comfy. The staff are extremely helpful. My only recommendation would be to add another towel in the bathroom for the floor in front of the shower, and for the hands. Otherwise very nice stay!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 10, 2025
Corrine
SeychellesWhat we did not like has nothing to do with the hotel, but with the taxi guy who overcharged us..
The location was good 👍🏽 the staff very friendly and welcoming
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 10, 2025
Mabala
UgandaI had a bad stomach ending in vomiting after the breakfast. Try to observe hygiene in preparing cold stuff like salads and juice
Some labels were in a local language which is not know by non-Ethiopians. So please try to translate the labels in English.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Alice
United KingdomThe room had no view at all which was a real shame
If was in a lovely location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 25, 2025
Jakub
United Arab EmiratesNothing really
Overall, the hotel was nice, has very well equipped gym and staff is very nice. I have also appreciated the location close to the airport and free shuttle service provided.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: January 17, 2025
Raymond
KenyaBreakfast to include more continental options. Steam bath was not working.
The breakfast was standard - lots of room for improvement. Location was nice.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 16, 2025
Odgerel
MongoliaThere were days with frequent electricity and internet outages.
I liked the attitude of the hotel staff.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Chipon
South AfricaThat you can't buy food from outside the hotel.
The place was clean and the shuttle driver was patient as I took a while to go through immigration.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: December 5, 2024
Eunice
KenyaThe standard room I booked did not have a functioning television .The toilet was too close to the wall and thus no leg room .Sink is too small and looks like an after thought. The breakfast option was quite limited for someone with egg allergies
The staff are really friendly..Sauna and steam bath were of great value addition .Bed is comfortable
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 3, 2024
Jeannette
AustraliaWas very much a business mans hotel. Room very small, no hangers in wardrobe , room not really suited to 2 persons.
The bed and pillows were very comfortable.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 25, 2024
Segun
Nigerianothing.
I like the staff, they were very receptive.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 22, 2024
Niko
GermanyThere is a policy of the Hotel that there should be no drinks or food be brought in from outside the hotel. This is totally fine for me! What I have never experienced before and what is not acceptable for me is, that this also applies for simple drinking water.
Gym
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: November 9, 2024
Liam
United KingdomIt's not quite a western 5-star, with dated furniture and power outages (meaning the lifts sometimes didn't work...). Breakfast really could be improved for the western palate.
Fairly good value for money in Addis. You get all the amenities of a 5-star but at a lower price. Close to most tourist attractions and friendly staff.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 3, 2024
Sumeet
IndiaNo air conditioning.
Location
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 20, 2024
Laura
United KingdomNoisy due to construction workd
Staff are fantastic. Good location . Spa us fantastic
Stayed in October 2024
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