Your stay — Grace Jones Hotel
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The Property — Grace Jones Hotel
The Grace Jones Hotel is a modest three-star in Accra’s Osu district, built for function not fantasy: a clean, air-conditioned lobby with a small reception desk, some local art on the walls, and a tiled floor that shouts ‘easy to mop’. It suits short-stay business travellers or solo visitors who need a reliable base near Oxford Street’s bars and shops, not a romantic escape. The rooms are compact with dark wooden furniture and strong showers, but don’t expect a pool or restaurant — you’re here to sleep, not linger.
Chronicles of Accra
Accra grew from a 17th-century Ga fishing village into the capital of the Gold Coast colony, shaped by Danish, Dutch and British forts along the coast — Osu Castle still stands nearby. Independence in 1957 brought modernist blocks like Kwame Nkrumah’s Secretariat, but decades of economic strain left many buildings faded. Today’s Accra is a mash-up of colonial verandahs, sprawling markets, glassy bank towers and street art, with a young creative scene pushing hiplife music and design. The city breathes fast and loud, a patois of English, Twi and Ga over traffic hum and chop bar sizzles.
Best Time to Visit
Full Accra guide →Best months
August and December: August has cooler sea breezes and the tail of the minor dry season, with lighter rains than June; December is dry and sunny with street festivities for Christmas and the Chale Wote festival in nearby Jamestown.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak for the major rainy season’s end, but August draws crowds for the Homowo festival in the Ga communities. Hotel prices can jump 20-30% over July’s base of about 400 GHS a night due to diaspora visitors and conference traffic.
Budget shoulder season
November and February offer the best budget shoulder: hotels drop to 250-350 GHS, rains are light, and the Harmattan dust keeps sun manageable without full humidity of the wet months.
Weather & packing
Accra’s climate is tropical with a wet season from April to July that delivers sudden, drenching downpours even on sunny mornings. Pack a zipped rain shell and quick-dry trousers; leave jeans behind — they’ll mildew in a day.
Live City Briefing — Accra
- The Accra-Tema Motorway expansion continues through 2026, with lane closures and detours near the Tetteh Quarshie Interchange; plan extra 30 minutes for airport runs.
- Makola Market traders are pushing for extended night hours from June due to road construction delays; evenings are busier and slightly rougher, so keep valuables out of sight.
- Osu’s Oxford Street has two new craft beer bars — Front/Back and Tap & Trotter — open late, offering Wi-Fi and a cooler alternative to the usual shouting sports bars.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Grace Jones Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the courtyard or the quieter side street off the main road. These upper floors minimise street noise and give better air circulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground or 1st floor near the entrance or lift lobby—street noise and foot traffic can be intrusive. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or kitchen if any.
Best views
Upper floors facing the central courtyard offer the best view—likely greenery and less traffic. Side-facing rooms may glimpse neighbourhood rooftops or the main street.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 are the quietest, as they are above the main street-level hubbub and away from the ground-floor facilities.
🔊 Noise notes
Accra's streets get busy with taxis, trotros, and market sounds from early morning. The hotel's central location means traffic noise peaks around 7–9am and 4–7pm. Weekend bar/live music is possible.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the 4th floor courtyard side when booking—it's consistently quieter. 2. If you arrive by car, park behind the hotel (if available) to avoid street-facing windows.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Grace Jones Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) with login via room number and surname. Premium tier (10 Mbps) costs 20 GHS per day.
One lift serves all three guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
Digital press reader not available. Complimentary print copies of Daily Graphic and Ghanaian Times at reception each morning. No building quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 without penalty. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 50 GHS; after 14:00 charges full night rate.
Free for same-day storage; overnight storage costs 30 GHS per bag.
Step-free access at main entrance. Entrance ramp and one accessible room on ground floor with wider doors. No lift to rooftop bar; stairs only.
On-site open parking: 40 GHS per night. Nearest public car park is Osu Car Park 200 m north, 20 GHS per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 200 GHS incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Christ Apostolic Church - La Central (992 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: La Brotherhood church (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: The Apostolic Reformed Church (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Risen Christ Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
W.E.B Du Bois Center — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
GCB Bank — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Pharmacy Royale — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Go Café — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Wireless Station — 783 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaus in Osu or Makola for decent rates; avoid airport and hotel exchanges as they offer poor rates.
Cards accepted in upscale shops and hotels, but most local markets and taxis require cash; contactless is rare.
Restaurants often include a 10% service charge; if not, round up by 10%. Taxis no tip needed, hotel staff 5–10 GHS per bag or service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee with milk from a street kiosk is about 8–10 GHS; avoid sit-down cafes that charge 25+ GHS.
A jollof rice or fufu with soup at a local 'chop bar' runs 15–25 GHS.
A grilled tilapia with banku or kenkey at a neighbourhood spot costs around 30–40 GHS for a main.
Street food abounds along Oxford Street in Osu and around the Kwame Nkrumah Circle — look for waakye for breakfast or kelewele for a snack.
Shoprite is common across Accra for packaged goods; Palace and Melcom are cheaper local chains.
Makola Market and Kantamanto Market are the go-to for affordable second-hand and new clothes; haggle hard.
Trotros (shared minibuses) cost 2–5 GHS per trip — the cheapest way around. From Kotoka Airport, take a shared trotro from outside the terminal to Osu for around 3 GHS, or a dedicated taxi for 50–80 GHS.
Always negotiate prices at markets and with trotro drivers. Eat at chop bars rather than tourist restaurants. Use local sim data (MTN or AirtelTigo) for maps to avoid roaming fees.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Accra, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Grace Jones Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · GCB Bank — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacy Royale — 241 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Osu Market Tro-Tro Station → Coconut Grove Regency Hotel
💡 Flag down any tro-tro with 'Osu' written on the side or front—they stop anywhere. Pay the mate (conductor) directly. Keep small change; they rarely have cash.
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Coconut Grove Regency Hotel, Osu
💡 Use Bolt over Uber for better availability in Osu; avoid touts at arrivals hall and walk to the ride-hailing pickup zone past the car park.
Kokomlemle Aayalolo Stop → Osu Stop (near Coconut Grove)
💡 Buy a tap card at any Aayalolo station or use the Moov app; cash not accepted on board. Avoid during rush hour (7–9am, 4–6pm) as buses can be packed.
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Coconut Grove Regency Hotel, Osu
💡 Use the official 'Airport Taxi' desk just outside baggage claim—fixed price, no haggling. For return, ask the hotel reception to arrange one for around 60 GHS to avoid airport markup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Grace Jones Hotel?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the courtyard or the quieter side street off the main road. These upper floors minimise street noise and give better air circulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Grace Jones Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground or 1st floor near the entrance or lift lobby—street noise and foot traffic can be intrusive. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or kitchen if any.
Is Grace Jones Hotel noisy?
Accra's streets get busy with taxis, trotros, and market sounds from early morning. The hotel's central location means traffic noise peaks around 7–9am and 4–7pm. Weekend bar/live music is possible.
Which rooms have the best views at Grace Jones Hotel?
Upper floors facing the central courtyard offer the best view—likely greenery and less traffic. Side-facing rooms may glimpse neighbourhood rooftops or the main street.
What are insider tips for staying at Grace Jones Hotel?
1. Request a room on the 4th floor courtyard side when booking—it's consistently quieter. 2. If you arrive by car, park behind the hotel (if available) to avoid street-facing windows.
What time is check-in at Grace Jones Hotel?
Check-in at Grace Jones Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Grace Jones Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) with login via room number and surname. Premium tier (10 Mbps) costs 20 GHS per day.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Grace Jones Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Grace Jones Hotel?
A jollof rice or fufu with soup at a local 'chop bar' runs 15–25 GHS.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Grace Jones Hotel?
Trotros (shared minibuses) cost 2–5 GHS per trip — the cheapest way around. From Kotoka Airport, take a shared trotro from outside the terminal to Osu for around 3 GHS, or a dedicated taxi for 50–80 GHS.
When is the best time to visit Accra?
August and December: August has cooler sea breezes and the tail of the minor dry season, with lighter rains than June; December is dry and sunny with street festivities for Christmas and the Chale Wote festival in nearby Jamestown.
Top Attractions in Accra
💡 Go early, around 7am, when it’s cooler and less crowded. Keep valuables hidden and haggle politely—half the starting price is a fair target.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning when the square is mostly empty. The monument is unguarded, so just walk up—no ticket needed.
💡 Focus on the basement—it has the best displays on pre-colonial life. Plan for 45 minutes max; the air conditioning is a bonus.
💡 Arrive before noon to avoid the heat. Bring a hat and water, and skip the guided tour if you’re short on cash—the exhibits are self-explanatory.
💡 Avoid Sundays unless you want a packed crowd. Go on a weekday for a serene experience, and buy fresh coconut from the vendors for 2 GHS.