Kefetew Guest House

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.8

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Kefetew Guest House in Addis Ababa offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a work desk, soundproofing, and free WiFi. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a sauna, sun terrace, and open-air bath. Additional amenities include a steam room, yoga classes, and hiking opportunities. Dining Experience: A breakfast buffet featuring local specialties, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and fruits is served daily. The on-site bar offers a variety of beverages. Convenient Location: Located 4.3 mi from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Matti Multiplex Theater (5.6 mi) and Holy Trinity Cathedral (6.2 mi). Free airport shuttle service is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

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Jerome
France France
“Absolutely great, healthy and copious breakfasts. Jenet the lady owned is simply a gem with a BIG heart. Would love to come should the opportunity arise.”
Rafi
Israel Israel
“the hostess ganet was amazing. the design and vibe were colorful and unique with a great vibe”
Jack
United States United States
“My daughter and I spent 3 nights at the Kefetew Guest House during our trip to Ethiopia. The house itself was so comfortable it felt like home. The breakfast provided was wonderful. But the best part of our stay was the hospitality of Genet...”
Anita
Uganda Uganda
“Genet offers a warm welcome in her beautiful art-filled house. The breakfasts are amazing and I felt very comfortable there.”
Eric
United States United States
“The house is beautiful and spacious. Genet is a brilliant host and consistently went out of her way to make us feel comfortable, well fed, and entertained. She really takes the role of host seriously and did everything she could to help make our...”
Aminata
Switzerland Switzerland
“Kefetew Guesthouse is a soulful place. Beyond all my expectations! Genet, our hostess, is full of heart and a wonderful cook. I arrived tired, dehydrated, and with a cold, I left healed and invigorated. The place itself is a safe haven, away from...”
Juan
United States United States
“Lovely host, beautiful common area and dining room, incredible breakfast and coffee!”
Kehinde
United States United States
“The host was spectacular! She is very helpful & an amazing resource & coordinator for city’s movement and must sees! Breakfast was delicious and Amazing!”
Sukumaran
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We enjoyed staying in this pleasant beautifully decorated house with the lovely host Genet and her 4 puppies. She was very warm ,welcoming and treated us like a member of the family. Genet was very efficient and organised and updated us...”
Annika
Germany Germany
“If you are looking for accommodation in Addis, look no further! Genet is a lovely caring host, who goes out of her way to make her guests feel comfortable. Her house is beautiful and feels like a cozy home away from home. Thanks for everything...”

Managed by Kefetew Guest House

Company review score: 9.8Based on 53 reviews from 1 property
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Company info

Genet Kefetew is the heart of the guesthouse experience, earning rave reviews from guests for her warmth, kindness, and personal attention. Background: After decades of honing her culinary and design skills in the U.S., Genet returned to Addis Ababa to start the guesthouse. She named the business after her father. Artistic flair: As a talented artist, Genet's creative touch is evident throughout the guesthouse, which is filled with colorful and stylish decor. Personalized service: Guests frequently praise Genet for her willingness to help them navigate the city, arrange transportation, and provide local insights. Culinary skills: She is an exceptional cook who prepares amazing traditional Ethiopian breakfasts, and guests often rave about her other meals as well. Strong connections: Her experience and belief in the power of teamwork extend to her professional life in Ethiopia, where she also works to build cross-cultural teams and develop training technologies.

Property info

Located in a quiet residential area of the Bole district, the guesthouse offers a relaxing retreat from the city's chaos. Atmosphere: The guesthouse provides a communal, family-like atmosphere where guests are encouraged to mingle and enjoy the peaceful ambiance. Rooms: The individually decorated rooms are clean, spacious, and comfortable, with amenities like private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and soundproofing. Amenities: Features include a rooftop terrace, a full-service spa with a steam room and sauna, a bar, a coffee shop, and barbecue facilities. Services: Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast, free airport shuttle service, and daily housekeeping. The guesthouse is also pet-friendly.

Neighborhood info

The neighborhood is a quite residential area ,away from the chaos and noise from the city. You can relax in leisure after a busy day, work in a quiet and private environment, or mingle with our other special guests in our spacious and comfortable common area.Genet, the owner and operator, is always available to personally see to it that you are well cared for and to answer any questions you may have.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Kefetew Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
$15 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

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Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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