How to Find Luxury Hotels in Ghana

Choose Where to Stay in Ghana

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  To book accommodations, contact The Gambia Tourism Authority at 011 (+220) 462 4491/3 or visit their Web site (see Resources, below). Stay in Accra, the capital of Ghana, for access to colorful craft markets, the National Museum, Revolution Square and several other attractions. Located just off the Gulf of Guinea, Accra also has several beautiful beaches. Luxury 4-star accommodations run between $200 and $500 per night.

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  Stay in Kumasi in the Ashanti region of central Ghana to experience an African city that is decidedly African. Large, bustling markets with local arts and crafts attract visitors from all over the country. Luxury and budget accommodations can be found.

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  Choose hotels in towns along the coast of Ghana such as Cape Coast and Elmina for proximity to attractions related to the slave trade history of the region. Luxury 4-star accommodations can be found from about $95 to $200 per night.

Get to and Around Ghana

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  Fly into Kotoka International Airport in Accra for the easiest entry into the country. Several major European airlines and a few American airlines fly regular flights to Ghana. The airport is modern and functional.

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  Take a taxi from the airport to the Accra city center. Taxi fares should be less than $5.

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  The easiest way to get around Accra is to hire a car and a driver by the hour or by the day. You can have a personal driver for the entire day for less than $100. Check with your hotel to make arrangements.