Accra, the vibrant capital city of Ghana, is a popular destination for travelers looking to explore the rich culture, stunning landscapes, and bustling markets. When planning your visit to Accra, one important decision to make is the type of accommodation that will suit your needs and preferences. While hotels seem like the traditional choice, apartments have become an increasingly popular option among tourists. In this blog post, we will delve into the reasons why choosing apartments when traveling to Accra can elevate your experience and provide you with an authentic taste of the local lifestyle.
First and foremost, apartments offer a level of comfort and privacy that is hard to match. Rather than confining yourself to a single hotel room, apartments provide a spacious and homely environment where you can truly unwind after a long day of exploring the city. With separate living areas, fully equipped kitchens, and even private balconies, you can truly make yourself at home and enjoy the freedom to relax and unwind at your own pace.
Moreover, renting an apartment in Accra allows for a more authentic cultural experience. By staying in a residential area, you have the chance to immerse yourself in the local lifestyle and closely interact with the friendly Ghanaian community. Whether it’s chatting with neighbors, exploring nearby markets, or trying out the vibrant local food scene, living in an apartment gives you a glimpse into the daily life of the locals and offers a unique perspective that you can't get from a hotel.
Another advantage of choosing apartments when traveling to Accra is the cost-effectiveness it offers. Generally, apartments tend to be more budget-friendly compared to hotels, especially if you are traveling with a group or planning an extended stay. With the option to cook your meals, you can save on dining costs, and some apartments even come with laundry facilities, eliminating the need for costly hotel laundry services.
Last but not least, apartments provide the flexibility and freedom to design your own itinerary. With a fully furnished apartment as your base, you have the freedom to come and go as you please, without having to adhere to hotel check-in and check-out timings. This flexibility enables travelers to explore attractions off the beaten path, plan day trips at their convenience, or simply relax and take their time while experiencing the wonders of Accra.
In conclusion, when traveling to Accra, it's worth considering apartments as an alternative accommodation option. Not only do they offer comfort, privacy, and authentic cultural experiences, but they also provide cost-effectiveness and the freedom to design your own schedule. So, if you're looking to make your trip to Accra truly memorable, consider choosing an apartment for your stay and enjoy the many benefits it offers.
Accra Accommodation lists:
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Accra Luxury Apartments @ The Gardens
Boasting a swimming pool on a terrace, Accra Luxury Apartments @ The Gardens is set at a 4.5 km distance from Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum. The large square "Independence Arch" is 10 minutes' drive from the apartment, while Roundabout bus station is a minute away from the property.
The accommodation is located in the Cantonments district of Accra, about 16 minutes' walk from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum. The city centre is just 4 km away and Kotoka International airport is 5 km from Accra Luxury Apartments @ The Gardens.
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Maxwell Court Apartments
The 8-room Maxwell Court Apartments is located in Accra, 25 minutes' walk from the large square "Independence Arch", and pampers guests with an outdoor swimming pool. The apartment is placed in the Osu district of Accra, within 3 km of Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum.
The property is placed about a 25-minute stroll from The National Theatre of Ghana. The city centre is just 5 km away and Kotoka International airport is 10 km from the apartment. The nearest bus station Fire Service is merely 400 metres away.
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Accra Luxury Apartments
Accra Luxury Apartments is situated a 10-minute ride from Achimota Forest and offers a fitness room. The apartment features WiFi, and services like valet parking to ensure a more comfortable stay.
Accra Mall is located a 10-minute drive from the accommodation. St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church is within 3.5 km of the apartment. Puplampu bus station is in the very adjacency to Accra Luxury Apartments.
Luxury Accra Vacation Apartments
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Stylish & Cozy 3-Bedroom Apartment
The 175 m² Stylish & Cozy 3-Bedroom Apartment Accra is within 15 minutes' drive of the large square "Independence Arch". Wi-Fi and free private parking are also available at the apartment.
Located at a 3.3 km distance from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum, the propety is fairly close to Fire bus stop. Vienna City Beach is about 25 minutes' walk from this 3-bedroom apartment. Kotoka International airport is approximately 15 minutes' drive away.
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Ss Accommodation
The 2-room Ss Accommodation apartment is set 7 km from Accra Central Mosque in Accra.
This apartment is placed nearly a 25-minute walk from Maranatha Christian University. Asofa Hill is 10 minutes by car from the accommodation. Kotoka International airport is at a distance of 20 km from apartment.
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Luxury Apartment - Embassy Gardens
Staying at Luxury Apartment - Embassy Gardens Accra, guests can relax on a terrace nearly a 12-minute stroll from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum. WiFi and a free private car park are also available at this apartment.
The accommodation is placed in the Cantonments district, a 10-minute drive from Independence Arch. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum can be reached in 15 minutes' drives, while Kotoka International airport is 5 km away. Cantonments bus stop is 900 metres away.
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The Avery Apartments, Dzorwulu
The 6-room Avery Apartments, Dzorwulu Accra is nearly a 10-minute ride from Botanical Gardens. This apartment has patio views to offer and also a car park on site.
The Loom is 3.8 km away, while it takes 15 minutes by car to get to Kotoka International airport. A 20-minute walk will bring you to the centre of Accra. Vulcanizer bus stop is very close to The Avery Apartments, Dzorwulu.
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Embassy Gardens Apartment
The 40 m² Embassy Gardens Apartment is located in the Cantonments district of Accra, at a 6 km distance from Independence Arch and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Guests with cars can enjoy the convenience of complimentary private parking at this 1-bedroom apartment, along with additional amenities such as concierge service.
The property is placed about a 15-minute ride from the tranquil park "Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum". Memory Lane Art Park is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the apartment. The nearest bus stop to Embassy Gardens Apartment is Night Market, which is less than a 5-minute walk away.
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Accra Fine Suites - The Pearl In City
Accra Fine Suites - The Pearl In City apartment is set 9 minutes' walk from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum and welcomes guests with an outdoor swimming pool. Active guests at this apartment can enjoy the convenience of mini golf.
The accommodation is placed in the Cantonments district, nearly a 10-minute ride from Independence Arch. The well-respected Artists Alliance Gallery can be reached in 10 minutes' drives, while Kotoka International airport is 5 km away. Cantonments bus stop can be found only a short drive from Accra Fine Suites - The Pearl In City apartment.
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Omega Choice Apartment
Omega Choice Apartment Accra is set around 10 minutes by car from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum.
This apartment lies 7 km from Independence Arch. Laboma Beach Resort is approximately 10 minutes' drive from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Kotoka International, 10 km from the 1-bedroom apartment, and Fire bus station is a 5-minute walk away.
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Comfortzoneapartment
The 1-room Comfortzoneapartment Accra is approximately a 10-minute ride from Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum. Providing a Jacuzzi, the apartment ensures a more relaxing stay.
The 800 m² property lies in the Labone district of Accra, within 2.9 km of Osu Mantse Palace. Christ the King Catholic Church is about a 10-minute drive from the apartment. Coffee Shop bus station is a 10-minute stroll away.
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Embassy Garden Studios
Placed at a 4.9 km distance from Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, which offers the thrill of discovering something beautiful, the 1-room Embassy Garden Studios apartment includes a restaurant. Situated within 2.6 km of Memory Lane Art Park, the apartment provides guests with cleaning amenities, such as a washing machine.
Independence Arch is located around a 10-minute ride from the 40 m² property. The 7-room apartment is set in the Cantonments district of Accra. Embassy Garden Studios apartment is also 750 metres from W.E.B. DuBois Centre in Accra and a minute's walk from U.S. Embassy. The nearest airport is Kotoka International, situated 5 km from apartment.
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The Avery Apartments At Odomaa Place, East Airport
The 8-room Avery Apartments At Odomaa Place, East Airport Accra is about 10 minutes by car from Vienna City Beach and offers a terrace with an outdoor seating. The nearest airport is Kotoka International, located 10 km from the apartment.
You can find Memory Lane Art Park in Accra, within a 10-minute drive of the accommodation. The Elizabeth is set around 10 minutes' drive from the apartment.
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Embassy Gardens By Wla Apartment
Embassy Gardens By Wla Apartment Accra is at a 4.7 km distance from Independence Arch and provides spa facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool. The apartment has a private location, only 5 minutes' walk from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum and within short walking distance to U.S. Embassy.
The tranquil park "Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum" is located about a 15-minute drive from the property. Christ the King Catholic Church is set within 10 minutes' drive of the apartment. The nearest bus stop Night Market is a short walk to Embassy Gardens By Wla Apartment.
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Regal Suites Ghana
The 1-room Regal Suites Ghana apartment includes a terrace and is located at a 4.8 km distance from the nature park "Legon Botanical Gardens".
The apartment is placed within 10 minutes' drive of Palace Hypermarket. Accra Zoo is set about a 10-minute drive from the accommodation. Kotoka International airport is at a 15-minute driving distance, and Puplampu bus stop is at walking distance to the apartment.
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Apartments Gh - Accra - Airport Residential Area - Mirage Residence
Boasting spa facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, Apartments Gh - Accra - Airport Residential Area - Mirage Residence is situated in the Airport Residential district, 3.4 km from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture Monument. This apartment offers a car park on site.
The accommodation lies nearly a 25-minute walk from Hajj Village. The city centre is just 2 km away and Kotoka International airport is 10 km from the apartment. Airport First bus stop is at a short distance from Apartments Gh - Accra - Airport Residential Area - Mirage Residence.
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The Signature Apartment
The 2-room Signature Apartment is situated in Accra, at a 3.2 km distance from Achimota Forest, and offers spa amenities such as a Jacuzzi and a sauna. Truimphant Presbyterian Church is 13 minutes' walk from the apartment, while Puplampu bus station is within a minutes' drive of the property.
Guests of the accommodation can reach the centre of Accra in 30 minutes' walk. Nubuke Foundation Art Gallery is set 18 minutes on foot from the apartment. Kotoka International airport is located at the distance of 10 km from the property.
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Master Bannor Street House Apartment
The 75 m² Master Bannor Street House Apartment is set within 3 km of Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture Monument in Accra.
The park museum "Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum" can be reached by car in a few minutes, while St. James Catholic Church is right by this 1-bedroom apartment. The accommodation is located within 20 minutes' walk of Osu Castleand adjacent to Golden Dragon Casino. The nearest airport is Kotoka International, 10 km from this apartment, and Papaye bus station is approximately a 5-minute stroll away.
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Afrikan Tomraic Guest Lodge 2 Bedrooms With Kitchen East Legon Kfc Free Wi-Fi Dstv Water Best Lowest Price Check It 010
The 1000 m² Afrikan Tomraic Guest Lodge 2 Bedrooms With Kitchen East Legon Kfc Free Wi-Fi Dstv Water Best Lowest Price Check It 010 apartment is set within a 10-minute drive of Nubuke Foundation Art Gallery. WiFi and parking are also available at this 10-room apartment.
The accommodation is placed about 15 minutes by car from El-Wak Stadium. The city centre is just 2 km away and Kotoka International airport is 15 km from the apartment. The 2-room Afrikan Tomraic Guest Lodge 2 Bedrooms With Kitchen East Legon Kfc Free Wi-Fi Dstv Water Best Lowest Price Check It 010 apartment is at a moderate distance from the nearest bus stop Ghana Link.
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Lovely & Cozy 1 Bedroom Serviced Apartment
Featuring views of the pool, the 1-room Lovely & Cozy 1 Bedroom Serviced Apartment Accra is located 4.8 km from Legon Botanical Gardens. Along with concierge service, this apartment provides guests with the convenience of a free private car park.
The accommodation lies around 15 minutes' drive from Osu. Memory Lane Art Park is 10 minutes by car from the apartment. Puplampu bus stop is just a short drive from Lovely & Cozy 1 Bedroom Serviced Apartment.
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1 Bedroom Luxury Furnished Apartment In East Legon
1 Bedroom Luxury Furnished Apartment In East Legon is located in Accra, within 4.8 km of Accra Mall, and pampers guests with a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool. Wi-Fi and complimentary private parking are also available at this apartment.
The accommodation lies approximately a 15-minute ride from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture Monument. It takes a 20-minute walk to reach Accra city centre. The 59 m² 1 Bedroom Luxury Furnished Apartment In East Legon is only 350 metres from KFC / Banku Junction bus stop.
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Addison Homes
The 1-room Addison Homes apartment is nestled in the Osu district of Accra, within a 5-minute drive of Independence Arch. The apartment offers modern facilities, such as Wi Fi and essentials like a free private car park for car travellers.
The park museum "Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum" is nearly 10 minutes away by car, while Oxford Street Mall is within easy reach of the accommodation. Christ the King Catholic Church is located around 5 minutes by car from the apartment and 10 km from Kotoka International airport. The nearest bus stop to Addison Homes apartment is Papaye, which is about 5 minutes' walk away.
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Afrikan Ragant Guest Lodge 2 Bedrooms With Kitchen East Legon Ghana Link Free Wi-Fi Dstv Water Best Lowest Price Check 011
Located about 10 minutes by car from The Elizabeth, the 10-room Afrikan Ragant Guest Lodge 2 Bedrooms With Kitchen East Legon Ghana Link Free Wi-Fi Dstv Water Best Lowest Price Check 011 apartment stands a 10-minute ride from a top family-friendly place like Accra Zoo.
The apartment is placed at a short distance from St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Nubuke Foundation Art Gallery is around 10 minutes' drive from the 1000 m² property. Ayido bus stop lies within walking distance to the 2-bedroom apartment.
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Embassy Gardens Luxury Apartments
The 10-room Embassy Gardens Luxury Apartments is set 5 km from Independence Arch in Accra. Staying in this apartment, nestled a few minutes drive from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum, guests can relax on a terrace.
The accommodation is located in the Cantonments district of Accra, 10 minutes by car from the political museum "Osu Castle". Academy for African Music and Arts can be reached in 10 minutes' drives, while Kotoka International airport is 5 km away. Night Market bus stop is fairly close to this apartment.
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Harmony Park, East Cantonments, Accra
Harmony Park, East Cantonments, Accra apartment is set around a 17-minute walk from Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture Monument in the Labadi district of Accra and welcomes guests with a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool. Within a 15-minute drive of the apartment you will find Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum.
La Pleasure Beach is located approximately 10 minutes by car from the property. The city centre is just 4 km away and Kotoka International airport is 5 km from the apartment. Guests can also take a bus at Soul Clinic bus station, set a mere 750 metres away, to explore the rest of Accra.
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2-Bedroom Apartment In Accra
For sports enthusiasts, the 2-room 2-Bedroom Apartment In Accra has a great location as it is set around a 10-minute ride from El-Wak Stadium, also Dubois Centre for Panafrican Culture History Museum is at a 6 km distance from. The apartment offers modern facilities, such as Wi-Fi and essentials like a car park for car travellers.
Nubuke Foundation Art Gallery is located about a 10-minute drive from the accommodation. To get to the real heart of Accra you need to walk for 25 minutes. Kotoka International airport can be reached by car in 20 minutes' drive.