By Catherine Madison
Ghana is a West African nation found on the coast. The country was under British rule until 1957. The island's architecture and cuisine still allude to those bygone days. The country is impoverished, and safety can be a concern; it is critical to choose safe and secure hotels. Regardless, great hotels are available for visitors to Ghana.
Hotels in Accra
Accra is a magnificent beach city in the southern part of the nation. The surf is rough, though, so you need to be an excellent swimmer if you plan to go in the water. Visit Labadi or Coco Beach and enjoy a little fun in the sun.
Stay at the Golden Tulip, likely one of the best hotels Ghana has to offer. The hotel has a pool, tennis courts, casino and restaurant. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel is another nice hotel in the area. It also has a restaurant, pool, tennis courts, health club, coffee shop, salon and transportation to the airport.
Golden Tulip Accra Hotel
Liberation Road 16033 Accra
011 (+233) (0) 21 213161
http://www.goldentulipaccra.com/
La Palm Royal Beach
No. 1 Bypass, Accra
P.O.Box OS 3000, Osu, Accra, Ghana
011 (+233) 21 771700
lapalm@gbhghana.ne
http://www.gbhghana.net/pgs/lapalm.php
Hotels in Volta
Ghana's waterfalls and its largest river, the Volta, attract many visitors to this region. Head to Mole National Park for a firsthand view of the exotic game and wildlife.
Stay at Manet Paradise Beach resort and enjoy the pool, casinos and excellent dining while you're taking a break from sightseeing. Also consider the Holy Trinity Health Spa, a spa and retreat center located in the Ho region of Volta. The spa offers a number of health amenities, including stress and weight management, beauty treatment, and nutrition counseling.
Book Manet Paradise Beach Resort at HRG Ghana
Expertravel & Tours Ltd.
P.O. Box 0823 Osu
Accra, Ghana
011 (+233) 021 775498
http://www.expertravel.com.gh/contact-us.aspx
Holy Trinity Health Spa
P.O. Box AN 12828, Accra-North
011 (+233) 91 91334
http://www.holytrinityspa.com/
Hotels Near Cape Coast
Cape Coast, the former dungeon used to house slaves, is the most popular tourist destination in the city. This is the site of the infamous "Door of No Return"; once slaves ventured through it, they would never return to their families.
Stay at the eclectic Hans Cottage, which offers Internet access, a pool, health and fitness center, and breakfast. Mighty Victory is another good hotel in the region. The hotel, located on a hill, is clean and simple with an attentive staff.
Hans Cottage
P.O. 1240 Cape Coast, Ghana
011 (+233) 21 303663
hcottage@yahoo.com
http://www.hansbotel.com/
Mighty Victory Hotel
E.30 A/3 Aboom Road
Cape Coast, Ghana
011 (+233) 42 30135
About the Author:
Catherine Madison is a full-time freelance writer specializing in travel and food. She holds a B.A. from the University of Georgia School of Journalism and has six years of writing experience. Madison has written for Stir Magazine, My Food Place, Hispanic Kitchen and Sustainability.
