Accra City Hotel is the practical, good-value choice for exploring the middle of the city. It is on Barnes Road, a 12-minute walk from Makola Market, a 14-minute walk from the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and an 8-minute walk from the National Theatre, with Independence Square a 2-minute drive away. The listing lists it as a 4-star property with 196 rooms and a guest rating of 8.4 from more than 400 reviews. Facilities include an outdoor pool and children’s pool, a 24-hour gym, an outdoor tennis court, mini golf, a playground and an on-site shopping mall, as well as a restaurant, a bar and a deli. Rooms are comfortable and well equipped, with air conditioning, a work desk and free Wi-Fi. Free self parking is a big plus in the city.
Location and getting around: the hotel is among the best placed for walking to the main sights in cool hours, although the heat means a short ride is often easier. Kotoka International Airport is about a 7-minute drive away, and the Accra International Conference Centre is a 3-minute drive. The Mövenpick Ambassador and The Deli Restaurant are 7 minutes on foot, so there is a choice of places to eat nearby. Ride-hail taxis are the simplest way to reach Jamestown, Labadi and Osu.
The rooms: the listing shows Standard, Superior and Twin rooms of about 300 to 345 square feet, with queen or twin beds and space for up to three guests, all with air conditioning, a 32-inch television and a laptop-friendly safe. The Superior rooms score highest with guests, so they are worth the small upgrade.
Who it suits: families, groups and independent travellers who want a larger hotel with a pool and plenty of facilities at a more modest price, as well as visitors who prefer to walk to sights and markets. The playground and the mini golf make it a good fit for children, and pets are allowed for a fee, which is unusual in the city.
Good to know: the buffet breakfast is served from 6am to 10am and is charged separately, at about 20 US dollars for adults and 10 dollars for children. Pool access is roughly 9am to 6pm. The airport shuttle costs around 10 dollars per person each way, check-in is from 2pm, and late check-out carries a fee. Parking is free.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool and children’s pool
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Tennis court and mini golf
- ✓Playground
- ✓On-site shopping mall
- ✓Restaurant and bar
- ✓Free parking
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Can you walk from Accra City Hotel to Makola Market?+
Yes, Makola Market is as a 12-minute walk and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park as 14 minutes. The heat means many guests take a short ride instead.
Is breakfast included at Accra City Hotel?+
The buffet breakfast is charged separately, at about 20 US dollars for adults and 10 dollars for children in the listing. Check your rate for inclusions.
Does the hotel have facilities for children?+
Yes, it has a children’s pool, a playground and mini golf. Free parking and an on-site mall add convenience for families.