Accra travel guide

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You're Going to Love Accra

With 1,96 million inhabitants, Accra is the most populous city in Ghana. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country.

When to visit Accra

Accra in September
Estimated hotel price
RM 992
1 night at 3-star hotel
Accra in September
Estimated hotel price
RM 992
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Accra in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Accra, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Accra

Plane

When flying to Accra, you’ll arrive at Kotoka Airport, Accra (ACC), which is located 2 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Accra, you’ll arrive at Kotoka Airport, Accra (ACC), which is located 2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Accra

Airlines serving Accra

Lufthansa
Good (4,670 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,811 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,604 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
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Where to stay in Accra

From 5-star hotels such as the Accra Marriott Hotel to great affordable options like the Grand Star Hotel, Accra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 348 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 876 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Accra

Most booked hotels in Accra

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,504+
Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,318+
Labadi Beach Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
RM 1,337+
Grand Star Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
RM 119+
La Palm Royal Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 687+

Hiring a car in Accra

Expect to pay RM 5.27 per litre in Accra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 63.15 and RM 84.20. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Accra, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 5.27 per litre in Accra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 63.15 and RM 84.20. Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Accra, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.