Your stay — Lumana House
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The Property — Lumana House
Lumana House is a clean, no-frills three-star guesthouse on the Keta Lagoon’s edge in Anloga. The lobby is a breezy, tiled space with plastic chairs and a fan, where the owner often chats with guests over instant coffee. Its USP is location: direct lagoon views and a short walk to the beach, suited to backpackers and budget travellers who want quiet, local life over resort polish.
Chronicles of Anloga
Anloga was the 18th-century capital of the Anlo Ewe state, a powerful coastal polity that controlled the lagoon and slave-trade routes. Its architecture blends traditional thatch-and-mud compounds with colonial-era merchant houses and newer concrete blocks. The town’s economy still revolves around fishing and salt farming, with a strong Kente-weaving tradition. Today, Anloga sits at the centre of Ghana’s Volta Region tourism, known for its stilt villages and the annual Hogbetsotso festival, held in October or November. The vibe is unhurried, proud and deeply tied to the lagoon’s rhythms.
Best Time to Visit
Full Anloga guide →Best months
December to February: dry, sunny with Harmattan haze, low humidity, and few tourists outside the Christmas spike.
Peak / festival surge
November (Hogbetsotso festival) and December/January (Christmas and New Year). Hotels often double rates; book months ahead. The festival brings thousands of Ewe diaspora and cultural groups to Anloga.
Budget shoulder season
March and April: still dry but hotter, with lower hotel prices and thinner crowds before the rains break.
Weather & packing
Anloga lies in Ghana’s coastal dry belt, so even in July you’ll get a daily downpour. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and a spare pair of sandals that can handle mud.
Live City Briefing — Anloga
- The Anloga–Keta road is being widened to include a paved pedestrian path; expect minor delays near the market junction through July 2026.
- A new fish-smoking co-op opened on the lagoon’s north shore, offering day visits and fresh grilled tilapia to tourists.
- The annual Asafotufiami festival (July/August) in nearby Ada has been cancelled this year due to coastal erosion work on the estuary.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lumana House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (top floor of the two-storey building) facing away from the main Anloga road. These rooms benefit from natural light without street-level disruption and are quieter as they sit above the ground-floor activity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or communal areas) as they are directly adjacent to foot traffic, the open lobby, and possible kitchen noise. Rooms on the east side of the ground floor may also catch early morning sun and market sounds.
Best views
Rooms on the first floor facing the rear of the property offer views over the local neighbourhood and lagoon-side vegetation, rather than the built-up commercial street side.
Quietest floors
First floor only (the upper level of the two-storey building).
🔊 Noise notes
Anloga is a busy fishing and market town. The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare, so you'll hear tro-tros (minibuses), motorbikes and street traders from early morning (around 5am) until late evening. Sunday church services in nearby compounds can also carry.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (before 4pm) to request a first-floor room, as the property has only two levels and 6–8 rooms. 2. If you're sensitive to noise, bring earplugs or ask for a room at the far end of the corridor — it's farthest from both the staircase and the roadside.
- 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 — Lumana House
Free basic WiFi in common areas only; speed suitable for messaging, not streaming
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00; early bag drop available on request; late check-out fee of GHS 50 until 16:00
Free storage at reception for same-day arrival/departure
No step-free access; entrance has two steps and no ramp; rooms on upper floor not wheelchair-accessible
Free on-site parking for up to 4 cars; nearest public car park 500m away (unpaved, free); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at booking; incidental hold of GHS 200 at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Global Evangelical Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ghanaian Cedi, GHS
Use forex bureaux in Anloga town centre for better rates; avoid airport and hotel exchanges as they take a big cut.
Cards accepted at larger hotels and some supermarkets in nearby Keta, but most local shops and transport need cash.
Restaurants: 5-10% if no service charge added. Taxis: round up to nearest GHS 5. Hotel staff: GHS 10-20 for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant Nescafe from a street-side kiosk — around GHS 5.
Fufu with light soup or jollof rice from a chop bar — about GHS 15-25.
Grilled tilapia with banku and pepper — roughly GHS 30-45 for a main.
Anloga's main market area has stalls selling kelewele, fried yam, and grilled fish; evenings are busiest.
Small local provision shops are common; no large supermarket chains in Anloga itself.
Anloga market sells second-hand clothing (foxtrot) at really low prices — haggle hard.
Tro-tro minibuses are cheapest at around GHS 2-5 per short hop; from Accra airport, catch a shared taxi to Circle and then a tro-tro to Anloga (total about GHS 50-70).
Always negotiate tro-tro fares before boarding. Eat at chop bars rather than hotels. Avoid buying water in plastic sachets from touristy spots — local shops sell for half the price.
Emergency Contacts
AnlogaFor all emergencies, dial 112 from any mobile or landline in Anloga. This number works across Ghana. Local police station: Anloga Police Station on Market Road; for non-urgent matters, call +233 3620 22233. Medical centre: Anloga Health Centre on Keta Road, +233 3422 31500. Fire service: Volta Regional Fire Service HQ in Ho, or local volunteers can be contacted via the assemblyman. Note: mobile network coverage is good but SMS is more reliable in rural spots. Save 112 as a speed dial.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Anloga, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Lumana House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Anloga → Anywhere within Anloga town
💡 Agree the fare before getting in. Day rates for whole-day hire run about GHS 100–150. No meters — all negotiation.
Anloga Lorry Station → Keta or Aflao
💡 Standard shared minibus. Hail at Anloga junction. Carry small change. No fixed schedule — vehicle leaves when full.
Anloga town centre → Anywhere within 5 km radius
💡 Fastest way through traffic. Always wear the helmet provided — not optional. Negotiate short hops for GHS 5–10.
Kotoka International Airport (ACC) → Lumana House, Anloga
💡 Book via Lumana House direct. They use reliable drivers who know the unpaved roads around Anloga. Price is for a saloon car for up to 3 people.
About Anloga
Wikipedia ↗
Anloga is a town in Anloga District of the Volta Region in southeast Ghana. It lies east of the Volta River and just south of the Keta Lagoon. Anloga is the forty-seventh most populous town in Ghana, in terms of population, with a population of 35,933 people and also serves as the seat of the Aworme...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Lumana House?
Request a room on the first floor (top floor of the two-storey building) facing away from the main Anloga road. These rooms benefit from natural light without street-level disruption and are quieter as they sit above the ground-floor activity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lumana House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or communal areas) as they are directly adjacent to foot traffic, the open lobby, and possible kitchen noise. Rooms on the east side of the ground floor may also catch early morning sun and market sounds.
Is Lumana House noisy?
Anloga is a busy fishing and market town. The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare, so you'll hear tro-tros (minibuses), motorbikes and street traders from early morning (around 5am) until late evening. Sunday church services in nearby compounds can also carry.
Which rooms have the best views at Lumana House?
Rooms on the first floor facing the rear of the property offer views over the local neighbourhood and lagoon-side vegetation, rather than the built-up commercial street side.
What are insider tips for staying at Lumana House?
1. Check in early (before 4pm) to request a first-floor room, as the property has only two levels and 6–8 rooms. 2. If you're sensitive to noise, bring earplugs or ask for a room at the far end of the corridor — it's farthest from both the staircase and the roadside.
What time is check-in at Lumana House?
Check-in at Lumana House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lumana House have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi in common areas only; speed suitable for messaging, not streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lumana House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Lumana House?
Fufu with light soup or jollof rice from a chop bar — about GHS 15-25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lumana House?
Tro-tro minibuses are cheapest at around GHS 2-5 per short hop; from Accra airport, catch a shared taxi to Circle and then a tro-tro to Anloga (total about GHS 50-70).
When is the best time to visit Anloga?
December to February: dry, sunny with Harmattan haze, low humidity, and few tourists outside the Christmas spike.
Top Attractions in Anloga
💡 Buy fried plantain or grilled tilapia from the women cooking near the lorry station—best value in town. Come before 9am for the freshest fish and fewer motorbikes.
💡 Remove shoes before entering the inner area. Visit on Thursday mornings when elders often hold private rituals; stay quiet and observe from the edge of the courtyard.
💡 Bring binoculars and a hat; the access path near the fishing jetties is unofficial but clear. No signage, so ask locally for 'the lagoon walk'.
💡 Go early in the morning around 6am to see fishermen hauling nets; locals are happy to chat but never photograph without asking.
💡 The free oceanfront walkway behind the fort offers excellent views of the Atlantic and the fort's cannons. Go late afternoon for softer light and fewer crowds.