🇬🇭 Accra, Ghana
Sleepy Hippo Hotel
📍 38, Susubribi Street, Accra
Your stay — Sleepy Hippo Hotel
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The Property — Sleepy Hippo Hotel
Standing in the lobby of Sleepy Hippo Hotel, you get a no-frills, clean guesthouse vibe with painted concrete walls and a worn but functional reception desk. It’s a two-star property on the northern edge of Osu, targeting budget travellers who need a safe, quiet bed for the night rather than amenities. The USP is the price and location: a 15-minute walk to Oxford Street’s nightlife and restaurants, but far enough away to be calm after midnight. It suits backpackers, solo travellers on a shoestring, or anyone who sees the hotel as just a place to sleep.
Chronicles of Accra
Accra grew from a small Ga fishing village into a major colonial port under the British, who built James Fort and Ussher Fort in the 17th century to control the Gold Coast trade. After independence in 1957 under Kwame Nkrumah, modernist buildings like the National Museum and the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park reshaped the city centre. Today Accra is a sprawling, vibrant metropolis where colonial-era merchants’ houses sit beside glass-walled banks and open-air markets. Its cultural identity is an energetic mix of Ga traditions, pan-African ambition, and fast-paced street commerce, best felt in the bustling chop bars and tro-tro stations.
Best Time to Visit
Full Accra guide →Best months
August and December: August is the coolest month with less rain and lower humidity, while December brings harmattan winds and dry, comfortable days. Both months see moderate crowds that avoid the worst of the coastal heat.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is December–January driven by the festive season, Christmas parties, and the Chale Wote Street Art Festival (usually August, but December also huge). Hotel prices can jump 30–50% in December, especially around Osu. The biggest event is the Accra International Marathon, though it’s not the main draw — the general holiday rush is bigger.
Budget shoulder season
Shoulder months are May and June: rains are lighter than April’s big storms, fewer tourists, and hotel discounts of 15–25% are common. The city feels less crowded and prices at local eateries also drop slightly.
Weather & packing
Accra has a double wet season: heavy rains April–June and a second, lighter peak September–October. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket even in July, as sudden downpours are common, and bring thin cotton clothes — the humidity stays above 70% all year.
Live City Briefing — Accra
- The Accra Metro bus rapid transit system is extending routes along the Kaneshie–Osu corridor starting June 2026, so roadworks and lane closures near Sleepy Hippo Hotel are expected along Independence Avenue. Check for bus stops that may shift.
- The new Ghana International Trade Fair Centre opened in March 2026 in La, 20 minutes by taxi from Osu, which may boost traffic on the N1 highway during fair weeks — but as of July 2026, no major fair is scheduled.
- July 1 marks Republic Day in Ghana, a public holiday with parades and flags, meaning some shops and banks will close. Expect light traffic in the morning but quiet streets by afternoon.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sleepy Hippo Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard. They're removed from street noise on Susubribi Street and get morning light without the afternoon heat.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the front desk or lobby entrance — these pick up foot traffic and street din from Susubribi Street. Also skip rooms directly above the shared kitchen if there's one on ground level.
Best views
No real view to speak of. If you get a top-floor rear room, you'll see neighbouring compound walls and maybe a mango tree. The street side looks onto Susubribi Street's mix of small shops and cars — nothing special.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (top floor) are generally quietest, with less overhead noise and more distance from street level.
🔊 Noise notes
Susubribi Street is a residential road but gets early-morning hawkers and taxi honking from around 6am. Occasional church or bar music from nearby compounds on weekends. The hotel's own generator may kick on during power cuts — usually audible from ground-floor rooms.
Insider tips
1. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper — the street noise is real and walls are thin in a 2-star property. 2. Check if the hotel offers a discount for paying in cash (cedis) rather than card — many smaller Accra hotels do.
- 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 — Sleepy Hippo Hotel
Free for all guests; speed roughly 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login prompt, direct connection on network 'SleepyHippo' (password provided at check-in)
Two lifts serving all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary print copy of Daily Graphic at front desk (weekdays only); no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free of charge; late check-out until 18:00 costs GHS 100 (subject to availability)
Free for same-day check-out/check-in; longer storage (overnight or multi-day) costs GHS 50 per bag per day
Step-free main entrance via ramp; wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor (one only); lifts too narrow for large motorised chairs; no accessible bathroom in standard rooms
On-site parking free for guests (30 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park is at Kwame Nkrumah Circle (GHS 15 per night, 15-minute walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Accra does not currently levy a city tax on 2-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night charged as deposit via card or bank transfer; GHS 200 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Action Chappel International (279 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: St. Pauls Catholic Church (459 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Alhaja Khadijah Mosque (557 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Seventh Day Adventist Church New Town (597 m · ~7 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Stanbic — 417 m · ~5 min walk
Franeva — 490 m · ~6 min walk
Cilia Ventures — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Upper West Cargo Station — 803 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use official forex bureaux in Osu or Airport Residential; avoid airport and tourist area exchangers – rates are poor and commissions hidden.
Card acceptance is limited to upscale hotels, supermarkets, and some restaurants; most street vendors and tro-tros require cash, and contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 10% for good service if no service charge added. Taxis: round up fare or add 2-5 GHS. Hotel staff: small cash tip (5-10 GHS) for porters and cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant Nescafe or sachet chocolate drinks from kiosks – about 5-8 GHS. Fresh brewed coffee is rare and starts around 15-20 GHS at cafes.
Local chop bar serving jollof rice, waakye, or fufu with soup – around 15-25 GHS per plate.
Grilled tilapia with banku or fried yam – main around 30-50 GHS at a neighbourhood bar or chop bar.
Kokomlemle, Madina, and areas around Kwame Nkrumah Circle have dense street food: grilled meat, kelewele, and fried rice.
Shoprite or Melcom supermarkets – Shoprite in Accra Mall or Achimota; Melcom on Kwame Nkrumah Avenue.
Makola Market or Kantamanto for second-hand clothes and cheap textiles; Osu Oxford Street for affordable new fashion boutiques.
Tro-tro (shared van): 2-5 GHS per trip. From airport: take a shared taxi or tro-tro from Airport to Circle (10-15 GHS), or use Uber/Bolt for 40-60 GHS.
Always negotiate prices at markets and with street vendors; buy sachet water (0.50 GHS) instead of bottled; use tro-tros rather than taxis for short hops.
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 Sleepy Hippo Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Stanbic — 417 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Franeva — 490 m · ~6 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 Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
Request rooms on the 3rd floor facing the rear courtyard. They're removed from street noise on Susubribi Street and get morning light without the afternoon heat.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the front desk or lobby entrance — these pick up foot traffic and street din from Susubribi Street. Also skip rooms directly above the shared kitchen if there's one on ground level.
Is Sleepy Hippo Hotel noisy?
Susubribi Street is a residential road but gets early-morning hawkers and taxi honking from around 6am. Occasional church or bar music from nearby compounds on weekends. The hotel's own generator may kick on during power cuts — usually audible from ground-floor rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
No real view to speak of. If you get a top-floor rear room, you'll see neighbouring compound walls and maybe a mango tree. The street side looks onto Susubribi Street's mix of small shops and cars — nothing special.
What are insider tips for staying at Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
1. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper — the street noise is real and walls are thin in a 2-star property. 2. Check if the hotel offers a discount for paying in cash (cedis) rather than card — many smaller Accra hotels do.
What time is check-in at Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
Check-in at Sleepy Hippo Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sleepy Hippo Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed roughly 15 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up; no login prompt, direct connection on network 'SleepyHippo' (password provided at check-in)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
None (Accra does not currently levy a city tax on 2-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
Local chop bar serving jollof rice, waakye, or fufu with soup – around 15-25 GHS per plate.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sleepy Hippo Hotel?
Tro-tro (shared van): 2-5 GHS per trip. From airport: take a shared taxi or tro-tro from Airport to Circle (10-15 GHS), or use Uber/Bolt for 40-60 GHS.
When is the best time to visit Accra?
August and December: August is the coolest month with less rain and lower humidity, while December brings harmattan winds and dry, comfortable days. Both months see moderate crowds that avoid the worst of the coastal heat.
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.