Stay With Friends
A social hostel for curious travellers, backpackers, and good people passing through Ethiopia and Kenya.
Come for the bed. Stay for the people, the stories, the food, the games, the late-night conversations and the feeling that you’ve found your people.
Tucked into a convenient part of Addis Ababa close to restaurants, cafés, shops, bars, gyms and everything you need while exploring the city and just 10 minutes from the airport.
We’re here to help you experience Addis, not just pass through it.
Addis Details
Our Nairobi hostel sits in a quiet, leafy part of Lavington — a place to slow down after a day in the city, meet other travellers and have a little breathing room.
There’s space to hang out, cook, eat, play games, work, relax and make plans for whatever comes next.
And yes, Nairobi is right outside the gate when you’re ready for it.
Nairobi DetailsA full day getting your bearings in Addis — from $80/person, 30% off extra guests.
3 days / 2 nights in the otherworldly Danakil Depression — from $320/person.
2 days / 1 night at the rock-hewn wonders — from $200/person.
Grab the mic or grab a beer — Thursdays at the bar.
Traditional Ethiopian coffee, stories and snacks.
We know the strip. You bring the stamina.
"Perfect hub and THE place to stay for all travellers and backpackers. You meet everybody here."— Nomi (Spain)
"So glad I decided to stay at this hostel when I arrived in Addis. I booked for 2 nights but extended and stayed for a week."— Jaymini (UK)
"Amazing place to meet some lovely people! Staff are so nice and helpful."— Magheym (Morocco)