Taitu Hotel, Heritage hotel in Piazza district, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The Taitu Hotel features a two-story wooden structure built with clay and grass materials in traditional Ethiopian construction methods.
Established in 1905 by Empress Taitu Betul, wife of Emperor Menelik II, this hotel holds the distinction of being the first accommodation facility in Ethiopia.
The second floor contains numerous Ethiopian paintings representing different artistic periods, alongside pottery, sculptures, and historical photographs throughout the building.
Located 7 kilometers from Bole International Airport, the hotel provides multilingual staff speaking English and Italian, plus parking space for 50 vehicles.
The hotel maintains its original early 20th-century furnishings and decor while incorporating modern amenities such as internet access and phone services.
Location: Addis Ababa
GPS coordinates: 9.03067,38.75429
Latest update: June 17, 2025 18:51
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