TRAVEL INFORMATION
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The conference will take place from 12 – 13 May 2025, at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The venue is located in Bole, near the Bole International Airport.
All conference guests must pick up their badges before the start of the conference. Additional information will be shared closer to the event date.
All conference guests must pick up their badges before the start of the conference. Additional information will be shared closer to the event date.
VISA
All foreign travelers to Ethiopia must secure their visas before traveling. You are strongly encouraged to apply for your conference visa online. The online application process takes 5-7 working days. Conference visas are only valid for 30 days from the expected arrival date.
After registration and confirmation of your participation, you will receive clear guidance on the application process.
After registration and confirmation of your participation, you will receive clear guidance on the application process.
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
Please arrange your airport transfer service directly with the hotel you booked. There will be
no central airport shuttle service.
MOBILE PHONES
Please ensure your mobile device is unlocked to buy a local SIM card. EthioTelecom and Safaricom sell SIM cards in the airport's arrival terminal. Each company also has retail shops in the city.
WEATHER IN ADDIS
May weather in Addis Ababa is mild, with occasional showers. While temperatures will range from 12 to 24 degrees Celsius, you should carry a jacket and an umbrella. Addis Ababa is located at a high altitude, so expect to experience lightheadedness. Please make sure to hydrate regularly.
ELECTRICITY
Electric supply in Ethiopia is 220-240 volts, 50 cycles, AC-accessible via a 13-amp, two-pin (European) socket.
CURRENCY (ETHIOPIAN BIRR)
Ethiopian currency is denominated in “birr”.
You can exchange major currencies at official banks as well as exchange bureaus at a competitive rates. You will find banks inside the arrival terminal around the luggage carousels, in hotels and around the city. As a growing city, many restaurants and hotels accept mainly Visa and MasterCard as forms of payment.
However, many cafes and smaller restaurants only accept cash. Please check with the establishment if they accept card payments before you consume. Many ATMs around the city accept VISA and MasterCard – all withdrawals are ONLY in Birr. You will find ATMS in the airport arrival terminal, all hotels, and in the conference venue.
You can exchange major currencies at official banks as well as exchange bureaus at a competitive rates. You will find banks inside the arrival terminal around the luggage carousels, in hotels and around the city. As a growing city, many restaurants and hotels accept mainly Visa and MasterCard as forms of payment.
However, many cafes and smaller restaurants only accept cash. Please check with the establishment if they accept card payments before you consume. Many ATMs around the city accept VISA and MasterCard – all withdrawals are ONLY in Birr. You will find ATMS in the airport arrival terminal, all hotels, and in the conference venue.
GETTING AROUND IN ADDIS
The best way to get around Addis Ababa is by taxi. You will see various yellow taxis, especially
around hotels. You should always negotiate and be prepared to pay in cash in the local
currency. Not all taxis are metered.
Alternatively, you can download the app for the following taxi-hailing services and order your ride:
Alternatively, you can download the app for the following taxi-hailing services and order your ride:
PARTNER HOTELS
Please refer to this code for the rates to apply: HLBF2025
Inclusive of breakfast, taxes, and shuttle (unless otherwise noted) and are listed by distance from the Event Venue (Closest to Furthest).
Inclusive of breakfast, taxes, and shuttle (unless otherwise noted) and are listed by distance from the Event Venue (Closest to Furthest).
Skylight Hotel
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 110
Phone No:
+251-11 681 8181
Email:
reservation@ethiopianskylighthotel.com
Hotel website:www.ethiopianskylighthotel.com/
Jupiter International Hotel - Bole Branch
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 60
Phone No:
+251-11 552 7333
Email:
mktmanager@jupiterinternationalhotel.com
Hotel website:www.jupiterinternationalhotel.com
Momona Hotel
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 60
Phone No:
+251-116 672 201
Email:
reservations@momonaHotel.com
Hotel website:https://www.momonahotel.com
Ramada by Wyndham
Addis Hotel
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 70
Phone No:
+251-116 393 939
Email:
info@ramadaaddis.com
Hotel website:https://www.ramadaaddis.com/
Ambassador Hotel
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 45
Phone No:
+251-116 188 284
Email:
sales2@ambassadorhotelethiopia.com
Hotel website:https://ambassadorhotelethiopia.com
Saro Maria Hotel
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 60
Phone No:
+251 911 67 21 67
Email:
sales.marketing@saromariahotel.com
Hotel website:https://saromariahotel.com/
Best Western Plus
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 70
Phone No:
+251-116 671 414
Email:
salesexecutive@bwplusaddisababa.com
Hotel website:https://bit.ly/4iKmFws
Sheraton Addis
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 240.35
Phone No:
+251-115 17 1717
Email:
Ruth.Solomon@luxurycollection.com
Hotel website:https://bit.ly/42pMVW4
Hyatt Regency
Rate/Night/Person:
USD 164.45
Phone No:
+251 115 171 234
Email:
menbere.gashaw@hyatt.com
Hotel website:hyattregencyaddisababa.com
CONTACT INFORMATION
Invest in Ethiopia - HLBF 2025
Organizing Team
Phone No: +251 966 334 456
Email: investethiopia@flawlessevents.net