Capital Hotel & Spa

​The large, open mezzanine area offers plenty of seating and super-fast wi-fi. The hotel's restaurant serves a complimentary breakfast buffet and coffee, and an à la carte menu and buffet throughout the day. Feel like a sweet pick-me-up? Head to the City Stop Pastry Shop for its globally inspired goodies and coffee. Colourful cocktails are served at the chilled-out Skyline Bar and Lounge, overlooking downtown Addis. There's an on-site spa with steam rooms and Moroccan baths, and a state-of-the-art gym.

​All rooms have good-quality furnishings with either twin or king-sized beds and varying degrees of space. The largest are the suites, which have a lounge and adjoining room. Next, the studios also enjoy a bit more elbow room, though have just one bedroom. En-suite bathrooms with Jacuzzi bathtubs, wi-fi access and mini-bars are standard. Some rooms have private balconies, for a bird's-eye view of the city. ().

​Life in Addis is uniquely Ethiopian. And it's mesmerising. In the country where, legend has it, coffee was invented, you need to experience the coffee ceremony to get in touch with the culture. From a simple brew to espresso, and the deliciously addictive Ethiopian version of a macchiato – you won't be disappointed. There are restaurants, food stalls and coffee shops aplenty. Arts, dancing and history lie on the doorstep – the concierge will point you towards the best.